Pastors Political Playbook

We believe the Church must be the model of unity in a divided culture. These tools will help you lead with Compassion + Conviction

Resources to Help the Church Navigate a Politically Polarized Culture

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Faithful civic engagement doesn’t start with a political party—it starts with biblical conviction. The Pastor’s Political Playbook is a collection of practical, Christ-centered tools designed to help pastors, church leaders, and congregations respond to today’s political climate with wisdom, unity, and action.

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When you access the Playbook, you’ll receive:

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The 10 Disciplines for Faithful Civic Engagement

• A foundational framework that outlines key practices for Christians who want to reflect both compassion and conviction in public life. These disciplines are rooted in Scripture and designed to shape not just what we do, but how we do it.

Small Group Videos & Presentation

• Video tutorials and a downloadable presentation that walk through each of the 10 disciplines—perfect for leadership development, small groups, or civic engagement ministries looking to go deeper.

Dos & Don’ts for Churches

• A concise ethical guide to help pastors understand what is permissible in political engagement from the pulpit and within their ministries. It outlines best practices and common pitfalls for churches during election cycles and beyond.

Civic Engagement Playbook

• A hands-on guide to help your church start building impact at the local level. From mentoring to advocacy, this resource provides step-by-step ideas to begin addressing community needs faithfully.

Town Hall Presentation

• A ready-to-use presentation that helps guide your congregation through the complexities of the political process, highlighting the role Christians can play in promoting justice and unity without compromising the gospel and the importance of local elections.

Trusted Media List

• A curated list of fact-based media outlets to help your church navigate news and information with discernment. This list promotes accountability, balanced reporting, and informed decision-making.

Sermon Outline

• A biblically grounded message crafted to help pastors teach on the role of Christians in civic life and how at the center is loving your enemies and showing up for our neighbors across party lines

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The Church has a unique calling to be a model of unity, especially in a culture that often encourages division. This Playbook is designed to help you disciple your people, build bridges across differences, and shine the light of Christ in your community.