Social Justice Ministry

Social Justice Initiatives

Public Policy Initiatives

In collaboration with the Virginia Justice and Witness Action Network and the Center for Common Ground, we send postcards to encourage people to Get out the Vote during election seasons. We also send emails and postcards to our state and federal representatives on public policies. Members also protest regularly at the National Rifle Association, in order to introduce gun policies that will better protect our children and society.

Interfaith Communities for Dialogue is a non-profit organization that brings together people of various faiths to engage in a range of ongoing and meaningful learning and social opportunities designed to build knowledge and understanding among the diverse people in our community. Little River is a member organization, and regularly hosts ICD meetings and events. Get a preview of the dialogues being planned for 2024-2025 here!

Support for Immigrants

With several other local churches, our congregation is part of Neighbor-to-Neighbor. This program provides support and education to Afghan refugees and families year-round. We participate by having a representative on the board, volunteering to teach English and tutor other subjects as requested, and participate in other special events.

Criminal Justice Reform

Little River has worked with other organizations to successfully eliminate the death penalty in Virginia. Some of our members are also active in Lifelines to Solitary, a correspondence program with persons who are or have been in solitary confinement. Members continue to advocate for automatic voter restoration rights of convicted felons who have served their time.