The New York State Council of Churches is an ecumenical Christian organization that brings together Protestant, Orthodox, and other Christian denominations across New York State to promote social justice, public witness, and cooperative ministry. It advocates for policies consistent with Christian teachings on human dignity, economic justice, peace, and community well-being.
The organization typically pursues legislative policies related to social justice, poverty reduction, affordable housing, healthcare access, immigration reform, racial equity, criminal justice reform, environmental stewardship, and peace and human rights.
The Council is primarily funded through contributions from member denominations, individual donations, grants, and program-related support.
National Council of Churches; member Protestant and Orthodox Christian denominations in New York State
Non-profit religious organization
