Mission and Social Justice

The Riverside Church’s Mission and Social Justice Commission, as agents of God’s justice, healing, and love, strives to transform individuals, communities, and systems burdened by racial, social, economic, and environmental oppression.

 

What We Do

Mission and Social Justice (MSJ) at Riverside is comprised of the MSJ Commission and nine ministries that work to identify and address specific areas of great human need. MSJ collaborates with the Poor People’s Campaign, a national fusion movement dedicated to societal transformation. Together, we address interconnected injustices such as racism, poverty, militarism, ecological devastation, and distorted religious nationalism. In alliance with Reclaim Our Vote, MSJ conducts impactful activities like postcard writing and phone banking to amplify our collective voice for change. Join us in shaping a more just and equitable world. MSJ focuses their work in three areas where its ministries could make a positive difference: Democracy, Earth, and Equity.

MSJ at a Glance

MSJ Commission

2024-2025 Members, Officers, and Liaison Assignments

Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner (Minister of Justice Advocacy and Change)

Franchesca Cepeda (Administrative Assistant)

Regina Tate (Chair)

Pamela Davis (Vice Chair)

Jeannie Lee (Secretary)

Derrick Biney-Amissah

Sandra (Chap) Chapman

Jeremiah Drake

Arelis Figueroa

Perry Greene

David King

Juliet Owour

MSJ Meetings

Join us on the second Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8 PM ET. Email us for more information.

Community Partners

MSJ collaborates with the Poor People’s Campaign, a national fusion movement dedicated to societal transformation. Together, we address interconnected injustices such as racism, poverty, militarism, ecological devastation, and distorted religious nationalism. In alliance with Reclaim Our Vote, MSJ conducts impactful activities like postcard writing and phone banking to amplify our collective voice for change. Join us in shaping a more just and equitable world.

MSJ Ministries & Initiatives

Riverside Weekly Actions

Riverside Weekly Actions is here to provide you with regular opportunities to participate, offer your support, and take meaningful action. Each week, we share new ways for you to stay informed and engaged with ongoing initiatives. By connecting with Riverside Weekly Actions, you’ll have access to the latest updates on opportunities where your voice and actions can make a difference. Stay involved, stay up to date, and be part of the change you want to see. We are here to support you as you take action toward creating a more just and compassionate world.

Riverside Weekly Actions

MSJ Videos

Mission & Social Justice Events

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1:00 PM

Beloved Earth Community

Saturday, August 2

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1:15 PM

1:00 PM

Theatre of the Oppressed

Saturday, August 23

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1:00 PM

Beloved Earth Community

Saturday, September 6

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1:15 PM

1:00 PM

Theatre of the Oppressed

Saturday, September 27

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1:00 PM

Beloved Earth Community

Saturday, October 4

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1:15 PM

1:00 PM

Theatre of the Oppressed

Saturday, October 25

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1:00 PM

Beloved Earth Community

Saturday, November 1

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1:15 PM

1:00 PM

Theatre of the Oppressed

Saturday, November 22

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1:00 PM

Beloved Earth Community

Saturday, December 6

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1:15 PM

1:00 PM

Theatre of the Oppressed

Saturday, December 27

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1:00 PM

Beloved Earth Community

Saturday, January 3

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1:15 PM

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