Social Justice & Compassion
Social Justice & Compassion
The message of justice and compassion are at the very core of Jesus’ ministry. We embrace diversity and affirm the dignity and worth of every person created in the image of God. At Plymouth Church, we have several active social justice groups and committees that do work in our community.
AMOS
Plymouth is part of AMOS (A Mid-Iowa Organizing Strategy) which is a broad-based organization of faith congregations, neighborhood groups, and nonprofits working together to develop citizen leaders, strengthen community institutions, and advocate on the issues important to families. Meeting schedule here.
Anti-Racism Committee
Plymouth’s Anti-Racism Committee (ARC) works to provide educational opportunities that will help Plymouth members understand the historical impact of racial discrimination and how it continues to affect our society today. As one of Plymouth’s newest committees, ARC embodies the practice of a Just Peace church through its work. The tenets of seeking a world where we all can live free from fear and with dignity are central to this mission. Learn more.
Creation Care & Justice
Our Creation Care & Justice Committee grows in love of God, neighbor, and creation by advocating for environmental justice issues, including climate change, water and soil quality, waste, sustainable agriculture, animal welfare and protection, and refugee farming. These issues are addressed from a faith-based understanding that we are stewards of God's Creation, called to ensure a healthful planet for generations to come. Learn More.
Cuba Partnership Team
Plymouth’s Cuba Partnership Team continues to grow in love of God and neighbor by building people-to-people relationships between Plymouth Church and Ebenezer Baptist Church of Marianao, Cuba. We explore the role and mission of the church in divergent cultures and political systems; providing opportunities for shared worship and spiritual growth.
Peace & Justice
Just Peace is a recognized designation for activities which are intentional and purposeful to alleviate inequities and injustices which may lead to violence. A Just Peace congregation recognizes there can be no true peace without justice for all, including Just Peace in the Community – so that all may live free from fear. Learn More about Plymouth’s Peace & Justice Committee.
Plymouth Justice Network
To “do justice,” as God requires, is to advocate. It is to act. That is the mission of the Plymouth Justice Network, a Plymouth committee that advocates on issues such as LGBTQ+ rights, anti-racism, creation care, welcoming migrants, reproductive freedom, gun laws, food and housing insecurity, and human rights. We do so by sending alerts about pending legislation on the state and national levels, and upcoming rallies and presentations. Learn more.
Rainbow Action Network
The Rainbow Action Network is our LGBTQIA+ committee under our Board of Christian Social Action. This committee is focuses on advocacy and education in support of our queer friends and neighbors. Learn more.
RENEW English Learners
RENEW teaches adult English Language Learners (ELL) and offers classes for citizenship test preparation. We create a welcoming environment for our students where they feel that someone truly cares about their future and friendships are formed. Our program provides one-on-one tutoring or small groups in order to work with each student’s goals and abilities. If you’d like to find out more or are interested in volunteering, email here.
Transition from Prison Ministry
Plymouth’s Transition from Prison Ministry supports those recently released from jail or prison. We walk with them as they begin to rebuild their lives and provide mentorship to help with goals, needs, and meet other challenges.
Welcoming Migrants Committee
The Welcoming Migrants Committee (WMC) puts radical love into action by supporting migrant and refugee individuals and families in our community, and by advocating for just immigration policy and practice at the local, state and national levels. Learn more.