Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice

08/28/2026

Raksha Bandhan is an Indian holiday that celebrates the love between brothers and sisters. On this day, a sister and a brother will each tie a rakhi (threaded amulet) around the other's wrist. They will promise to protect each other and pray for the other's well-being.

08/26/2026

Milwaukee friends looking to connect across religious differences, check out this opportunity happening this week!

Connecting across Religious Differnces at the Sikh Temple in Oak Creek on August 29. Register at this site: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScR2rsI00TVmKWqjHuvSm7vkGtQI7C6ssfVHaoLEhKBGFcalg/viewform?pli=1

08/25/2026

New episode alert!

This month on Interfaith Voices Podcast, we're focusing on the Poll Chaplain Program, a partnership between WIVEC and the Wisconsin Council of Churches that places interfaith chaplains at polling locations across Wisconsin to offer a peaceful, steady presence on election day.

Instead of our usual interview format, this episode brings you the audio from our Faithful Voices in a Critical Hour webinar series, presented by this year's Poll Chaplain Organizer, Breanna Illéné, who also serves as Director of Ecumenical Innovation and Justice Initiatives at the Wisconsin Council of Churches.

We're recruiting new chaplains right now, so if you've ever wondered what the role involves, this is a great place to start. And even if you're not in Wisconsin, similar poll chaplain programs exist across the country, so it's worth a listen wherever you're from.

Learn more about the program at www.wifaithvoices.org/wivec

Listen at https://feeds.transistor.fm/jesus-never-ran or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.

08/20/2026

As we head into the 2026 midterms, WIVEC is offering several ways for congregations, organizations, and volunteers to get involved in protecting and strengthening our democracy.

This week's newsletter has it all in one place: Whether you have an hour or a whole season to give, there's a way to plug in. Take a look and find what fits for you

🔗 https://mailchi.mp/wifaithvoices/pray-with-your-feet-pray-with-your-vote

08/20/2026

Missed the live workshop? The recording is now available on YouTube!

"Watch Talking About Trans Rights: Messages to Move People" with Fair Wisconsin and learn how to respond to anti-trans attacks and disinformation — and how you and your community can best support transgender rights.

🔗 Watch now: https://youtu.be/XDkaJqXR_yU

08/18/2026

Meet our keynote speaker!

We're honored to welcome Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush, President and CEO of Interfaith Alliance , as our keynote speaker for the Hope Lives Annual Celebration on Thursday, September 17.

An ordained Baptist minister, Rev. Raushenbush is a longtime interfaith leader and renowned advocate for civil rights and religious freedom. He works with affiliates, networks, and leaders across the country to build a resilient, inclusive multi-faith democracy — and his voice has reached audiences through CNN, MSNBC, NPR, The New York Times, and more.

Join us at the table on Sept. 17. Tickets and details: https://www.wifaithvoices.org/hope-lives

08/17/2026

Election Day is coming, and we're recruiting Poll Chaplains and Poll Chaplain Assistants to serve at 100 polling locations across Wisconsin this November 3!

No ordained clergy required — we have a role for everyone. Poll Chaplains (clergy with CPE training) are paired with Poll Chaplain Assistants (open to all!) at each site to offer a peaceful presence and support voters waiting in line.

Pick a time that works for your schedule. Bring a friend, or we'll pair you with one. All volunteers get free online training in active bystander skills, de-escalation, nonpartisan guidelines, and more — plus a vest and hat to wear on the day.

As Rev. Karen Hagen put it: "Our sole job is to provide peace and calming care for those who are waiting in line and to be of assistance any way we can."

🔗For more info visit: www.wichurches.org/pollchaplains
Register now: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/WisconsinCouncilofChurches/PollChaplain2026Nov.html

08/11/2026

Happy Election Day, today is a chance to use our voice and vote! I was #97 at my ward. Drop your number in the comments or let us know if you voted early.

If you haven't voted yet and have questions check out https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ or DM us and we can help.

08/11/2026

It's Election Day! 🗳️ Polls are open from 7am-8pm!

As Rev. Raphael Warnock reminds us, a vote is a kind of prayer for the world we desire, and our prayers are stronger when we pray together. Make your plan and get to the polls today!

Visit https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ to find your polling location and see what's on your ballot before you go.

08/10/2026

Tomorrow is Wisconsin's Partisan Primary and polls are open from 7am-8pm.

Visit https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ to see a sample ballot, check your registration, and find your polling location. You can also track your absentee ballot there.

Looking for a non-partisan candidate guide for the governor's race? WIVEC Intern Citlali put together this helpful guide.
🔗https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J9-Qwl-c6RbROvH1GiydEVA4MTvclhXg/view?usp=sharing

Wisconsin let's use our voice and our vote tomorrow!