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Freedom Sunday 2023 can be celebrated any time! On this day, God’s people join together to proclaim freedom for all, especially those who are enslaved and exploited.

Some faith communities will continue our tradition of celebrating the last Sunday in February. This year that date is February 26.

what does freedom sunday look like?

Freedom Sunday looks like whatever you want it to look like! Some communities dedicate their entire service, focusing music and teaching around themes of freedom, justice, community, and the ways Jesus opens our eyes to the world and equips us to be the Body of Christ. Others choose one or a two ways to engage. There’s no right or wrong way.

Here are some ideas:

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We believe that now, more than ever, we as the Church need to be reminded of our critical role in working to prevent human trafficking and bring freedom to all people.

If you are part of the Catholic community: consider observing Freedom Sunday on the Sunday closest to February 10th, in honor of Saint Bakhita. Contact us for resources.

To learn more fill out our Freedom Sunday Interest Form

Additional Resources

NOTE: To receive editable copies of our PowerPoint or receive more resources, contact our office at info@justiceco.org. We have collected and created many resources in the past ten years of doing Freedom Sunday!

Full Freedom Sunday gathering from Northpark Community Church

Videos

Freedom Sunday 2021 (3:50 video)

Educate and Empower (2020)

Freedom Stories Collective (Freedom Sunday, February 2019)

Pray, Give, Act Video (5 minutes: UPDATED 2018)

More videos available for Freedom Sunday on Vimeo,com/justiceco or contact us for more options that are not posted online, including Freedom Stories from our survivor leaders.

Powerpoint Samples and Templates

Freedom Sunday 2021 Powerpoint Preview

Freedom Sunday for Kids Preview

Freedom Sunday 2020 Powerpoint Preview

Freedom Sunday for YOUTH: 2020 Powerpoint Preview

Worship Folder Inserts

(printable – contact us to edit)

Freedom Sunday 2023 Worship Folder Insert

Freedom Sunday 2020 Worship Folder Insert

Freedom Sunday Resource Page 2021

Freedom Sunday Worship Folder: Christina’s Story (Use with Christina’s video)

Podcast

Fighting Human Trafficking: LEAD Pods

For Fresno Podcast

webinar

The Realities and Myths of Human Trafficking: What is Our Role? – a USMB Webinar

articles

Congregations Encouraged to Learn About Human Trafficking, Christian Leader, 2020 Feb 16

Human Trafficking – Did You Know?, Christian Leader, 2020 May 1

Labels, Christian Leader, 2020 May 1

IF YOU OR SOMEONE
YOU KNOW IS:
  • Not getting paid for their labor
  • Not free to change employers
  • Being controlled by someone else
  • Being forced to do something they don’t want to do
  • Has been cheated into payment of debt upon arrival

You, he, or she may be a victim of human trafficking and eligible for free assistance.

Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 888.373.7888 for more information. Or, text INFO or HELP to BEFREE (233733)

Contact us at 559.725.1865 for support, resources, and consultation. You can also contact the Fresno Police Tip Line at 559. 621.5950

REPORT CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION
REPORT TO THE F.B.I.