People of Faith for Public Schools

08/24/2026

As our children and school staff return to school this month, we continue to hold all of our communities in prayer. Comment "amen" if you prayed along with us!

08/23/2026

As a new school year begins, this resource offers suggested reading, ways to build relationships, questions to ask and things to avoid saying when welcoming neighbors who are new to the United States or have lived here for years.

Designed for students, teachers, parents, caregivers, counselors and anyone who wants to be a good neighbor, the resource draws on insights from immigrant families, educators and ministry leaders. Thank you, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship !

Check out the resource @
https://cbf.net/practical-immigration-resources-for-the-new-school-year/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT27RhwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAGJyaWQRMW5pUTBUZnA2WXp2Z1g3cU1zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe85NP_BYcefY4K6hBpgRPmlfIYlMfOkiLTYvujeUOk8nqrfiFtaba1Zw3qcU_aem_4H6UHa59sDpNId46K92GFw

By Ellen Sechrest, CBF Director of Mission Engagement As the new school year begins, we want to offer some suggested readings, ways to meet new friends that may be new...

08/22/2026

Weekends are for Advocacy!

School supplies aren't just for students; teachers often purchase items from their individual budgets to help students succeed in the classroom. Replenishing their supply helps them to better provide a safe and engaging learning environment for students. Be like Street United Methodist Church and advocate with school supplies!

08/21/2026

Fridays are for FUNding!

Check out our swag shop @ https://www.bonfire.com/store/pastors-for-nc-children-store

All sales support our mission to mobilize faith communities to advocate for public schools!

08/20/2026

Partnering with Public Schools Workshop - New Date Available!
September 8, Noon - 1:30 PM

Pastors for NC Children and People of Faith for Public Schools offers an additional dates for this workshop to support faith communities in being good partners with their local public schools during the 2026-27 school year.

Workshop will include presentation, small group discussion, sharing ideas, and ways to engage in both assistance and advocacy for public schools.

Sign up soon! bit.ly/PSPartners98

08/19/2026

Join Cherry Point United Methodist Church for their Mission Service,
Sunday, August 30 @ 10:00 AM.

Worship will feature special songs, an offering to support partner school, Havelock Middle School, and a special message by Rev. Suzanne Parker Miller.

You’ll find Cherry Point Methodist @ 103 Methodist Drive, Havelock, NC, 28532.

08/18/2026

Equipping Faith Communities for Advocacy: August 23

Many of us have been alerted us to the challenges and threats that Christian Nationalism pose to proclamation of the word of God. Now you are probably wondering- what can I do? Pastor Suzanne will lead a workshop focused on equipping faith communities for advocacy at the local, state and federal levels.

Make plans to attend this timely workshop where we will learn how we can put our convictions to work.

Place: University UMC’s Gunman Chapel, 150 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514



Date and Time: August 23rd, 9:00-10:15 AM

08/17/2026

Supporting our Students and Staff as they Return to School - Check out these new ways to connect with PNCC and People of Faith for Public Schools in your area! https://mailchi.mp/7d4aa9fac389/2026-07-14198254

08/17/2026

Will you pray with us?

As children, students, teachers, staff, school administration and support staff return to their classrooms, offices and learning spaces this week, we hold them in light and care as we pray for each one, and for the systems under which we operate.

Comment "amen" if you prayed with us, and share this prayer so that others may pray with us as well.

08/16/2026

Weekends are for Advocacy!

School Board meetings are usually accessible to anyone in the community. Showing up for a school board meeting means that you are interested and invested in local public school issues.

Check your county's Board of Education's website for meeting dates, times and locations. Show up to listen, speak or participate! Or, if you're unable to be physically present, watch and comment on the live streamed event. Most counties make their meetings available on public television and/or online!