Sacred Text
The Coalition mobilizes with moral and interfaith action addressing the pressing issues of the day, based on these core values
Mission
The New Jersey Coalition of Religious Leaders subscribes to a community-centered theology, rooted in love, that harnesses the power of interfaith collaboration and fellowship to become a chorus for justice across New Jersey.
Vision
The New Jersey Coalition of Religious Leaders will be a unifying force of interfaith religious leaders across New Jersey in order to build a just and merciful world.
Guiding Principles
Legislative Agenda
A Call for the Establishment of a Reparations Task Force
Bishop William Stokes
Criminal Justice Reform Edna Mahan Women’s Prison
Rev. Sara Lilja
The New Jersey Green Amendment
Charles Loflin
Fair Chance in Housing Act
Rev. Eric Dobson
News and Events
Faith in Action: Together Advocating For Social Change
On March 20, sixty religious leaders from Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh faith communities gathered on to engage in dialogue and action steps In advocating for social change. The gathered was addressed by Governor [...]
Annual Kean Day on Capitol Hill
Dear Rev. Jack Johnson, NJ Coalition of Religious Leaders: I hope this letter finds you well. As part of my ongoing commitment to fostering community engagement and advocating for the interests of congregations, I am [...]
One Last Night With Dr. King
Dear Respected Faith Leaders: On April 3 at 5 pm, please join the United Black Agenda, along with Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs/SPIA in NJ and Trinity Church of Princeton, in commemorating [...]