RFRA - Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Watch this short message, explaining the importance of Religious Freedom Sunday and encouraging pastors to participate.

Stand Up for Religious Freedom in Your Community and State

Religious Freedom Sunday is an initiative for Georgia Baptist churches to emphasize the importance of religious liberty. This special Sunday service aims to educate congregations in Georgia on the significance of religious freedom and mobilize them to advocate for this fundamental right. We encourage you as a pastor to lead your church to hold a Religious Freedom Sunday in January or February and utilize the resources provided here to create a meaningful and impactful event.

Importance of Religious Freedom

Why It Matters

Historical Context

Additional Context

Protecting Evangelism and Missions through Religious Freedom

Religious freedom allows us to evangelize and carry out missions without government interference. It is crucial for the free exercise of faith both publicly and privately. The First Amendment's protection ensures that government actions do not infringe upon these rights, maintaining a balance where faith can thrive within the community.

Legislative Support for Religious Freedom

Recent legislative efforts, such as the introduction of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (SB 180) in Georgia, aim to align state protections with federal standards, providing robust legal safeguards for people of faith. This bill seeks to ensure that religious freedom is treated with the utmost importance, requiring government actions to meet strict scrutiny when impacting religious exercise.

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Contact Information

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How to Participate

1. Planning the Event

Choose a date in January or February, and inform your church leadership and congregation about the upcoming Religious Freedom Sunday.

2. Announcing to the Congregation

Use church bulletins, social media, and announcements during services to inform your congregation about the significance of this event.

3. Engaging the Community

Encourage members to invite friends and family and participate in community outreach to raise awareness about the importance of religious freedom.

Resources

Action Guide

Download action guide that shows step-by-step… that highlight the importance of religious freedom and its impact on our lives and communities.

Bulletin Inserts

Access downloadable inserts to include in your church bulletins, providing information and reflections on religious freedom.

Promotional Materials

Flyers, posters, powerpoint slide, animated video, and social media graphics are available to help promote Religious Freedom Sunday within your church and community.

Prayer Guide

Suggested prayers focusing on religious freedom to be used during services and personal devotionals.

Discussion Guides

Facilitate meaningful discussions in small groups or Sunday school classes with these guides on religious freedom and its relevance today.