The Vision | Freedom Churches in our Region | Become A Freedom Church!
Freedom Churches faith communities who partner with the Coalition. They are committed to addressing human trafficking from a collaborative, Christ- centered perspective. . .
The Coalition has been mobilizing and equipping churches since we began in 2010. We have worked with over 50 churches in the Central Valley, and have current, active relationships with at least 40 (not including the churches in our extended network- that number is much higher!).
Need more info or want someone to contact you? Fill out our quick form or email info@cvjusticecoalition.com.
THE VISION
Our vision is to see followers of Christ leverage their influence to make a difference in the lives of those being exploited, responding effectively to human trafficking in our community. Whether you are a pastor, a church member, a business owner, an educator, a social worker, a student…YOU can make a difference! Partner with us by identifying and reporting victims, preventing trafficking, and taking part in bringing transformation to our region.
Our commitment to partner churches:
1. Communicate (about regional human trafficking issues & news)
2. Provide Opportunities (prayer, education, prevention, ways to serve and lead)
3. Resource and Support (those affected by human trafficking; victims, survivors, families, advocates)
4. Educate and Consult (with church members, leaders, groups- this includes speaking at one event or providing one training annually by request)
Freedom Churches work to:
1. Identify a Coalition Representative (and build a team!)
2. Participate in Freedom Sunday. This is the first Sunday of February (or whenever you choose to participate!) For more info see our Freedom Sunday page
3. Pray for CVJC and human trafficking issues (take advantage of CVJC prayer opportunities and our prayer guide.)
4. Partner financially.
5. Build a safe culture in your faith community (for victims, survivors, and their families.)
View our Calendar for opportunities to connect as a church.
Freedom Churches in our Region
The churches whose logos are displayed below are publicly acknowledging their commitment to bea Freedom Church! This means…
- The faith community is part of the Central Valley Justice Coalition, and will actively engage in addressing human trafficking from a Christ-focused and collaborative approach in our region
- A CVJC Rep within the church congregation is being identified and starting planning a process for the church to move forward in the justice journey (in partnership with CVJC)
- This process will move towards including (note: everyone is on a different timeline and journey, it is a process!)
- Prayer and financial support
- Observing Freedom Sunday annually
- Intentionally fostering a safe culture for victims, survivors and their families.(i.e: training for church leaders or consultation on responding to needs in the congregation)
For more about what this process looks like in a practical way, fill out our quick form or email info@cvjusticecoalition.com.
Fresno First Baptist Church
1400 E. Saginaw Way
Fresno CA, 93704
(559) 227-8478
Holy Family Episcopal Church
1135 E Alluvial Ave
Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 439-5011
Millbrook Presbyterian Church
3620 N Millbrook Ave
Fresno, CA 93726
(559) 227-5355
Northpark Community Church
2297 E. Shepherd Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 322-7200
Fax: (559) 323-7206
The River
4450 N Brawley Ave #111
Fresno CA, 93722
(559) 492-7011
Woodward Park Baptist Church
1801 E. Teague Ave
Fresno CA, 93720
(559) 298- 7087
Become a Freedom Church!
For more info or to request someone to contact you: Fill out our quick form or email info@cvjusticecoalition.com.
The process is focused on relationship! Our team wants to:
- Meet with you/those interested in leading in this way
- Create a step by step process together, specifically for your faith community
- Support the journey you have been on and are committing to! It will be a process and each will move at a different pace.
