Disaster Legislation Wrap Up Part 1

Disaster Legislation Wrap Up Part 1

More than 16 million Texans, or almost 58 percent of the population, live in a county put under a disaster declaration after Hurricane Harvey. The more than 50 inches od rainfall that caused the flooding affected nearly 7 million people in the Houston metro area, or...
Courts and Ports Weekly Blog: Highlights of the Week of June 16th

Courts and Ports Weekly Blog: Highlights of the Week of June 16th

This Week on Courts and Ports – June 16th, 2019 This week’s participants are a group from First United Methodist Church in Austin, led by Rev. Cathy Stone. The other members are Lisa Hildebrand, Gerry Carroll, Karen Smith, and Robbie and Tom Ausley. Our guests went to...
Changing the Climate in D.C.

Changing the Climate in D.C.

by Texas Impact Executive Director Bee Moorhead   I spent the first week of May in our nation’s capitol, meeting with colleagues from around the country to advocate together for strong U.S. leadership on climate and disaster response. I was joined for part...
Responding to Family Violence: A Toolkit for Congregations

Responding to Family Violence: A Toolkit for Congregations

Family violence is a serious issue in Texas. According to the Texas Council on Family Violence, 1 in 3 Texans will experience domestic violence in their life. Faith communities can be key resources for victims of family violence. It is vital for clergy to know how to...

Faith Principles for US Climate Policy

Sign on to Faith Principles for a “Green New Deal” click here to add your name The introduction of the Green New Deal resolution in the 116th Congress presents a profound moral opportunity. Collectively, we have the chance to respond to the ecological and...