"The people closest to the pain are the ones who need political education the most"
With so many things affecting our country, and especially our communities, the lack of political education has unfortunately…
"Education itself gives kids a chance for a better life. as a state, we can't deny that"
Retirement is a time for many to enjoy all the fruit's of one's labor.…
Pastor Daniel eisenberg: leading with faith in action in northeast philadelphia
"we are loved beyond measure, and never forgotten by God; which is why I am called to this work."
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Natalia naranjo: cultivating community in Norristown, Pennsylvania
“Community has always meant showing up for each other, whether it was showing up for people after a house fire and needed help paying bills…
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission just ruled in favor of the Energy Justice Advocates - led by POWER Interfaith - upholding the First Amendment and blocking Philadelphia Gas Works from demanding our private…
Fossil fuel extraction has been a huge topic of discussion regarding the sanctity of our environment, especially within Pennsylvania. While many lawmakers have looked to increase the amount of drilling that…
A Call for Peace, Understanding, and Unity Dear POWER Interfaith Family, I write to you today with a heavy heart. As many of you may have heard, a devastating act of violence took…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dionne Watts-Williams / 215-713-4875 / press@powerinterfaith.org Faith Leaders Organize Across PA to Support Fair School Funding Amid National Attacks Philadelphia, PA (April 3, 2025) - Faith leaders,…
Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW)’s pipe replacement plan is like repairing a sinking ship with duct tape. We need to build a new vessel. PGW’s pipeline network is a relic of the 19th century with inevitable leaks…
Philadelphia, PA (February 4, 2025) - Following Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s address earlier today, POWER Interfaith acknowledges the priorities outlined and urges the administration and state legislators to take bold, moral action to…
By Rev. Dr. Gregory Edwards, Executive Director, POWER Interfaith January 20th marks an extraordinary confluence of events: the inauguration of our nation’s next president and the commemoration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King…
POWER Interfaith Responds to the Halting of 76ers Arena Project: A Call for Accountability & Partnership Philadelphia, PA (January 13, 2025) In a striking development, the proposed 76ers arena in Center City has…
Rising Together in the Fight for Democracy in 2025 Philadelphia, PA (January 7, 2025) And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint…
POWER Profile: Ensuring housing affordability reaches every household in philadelphia: lilah saber's story
Affordable housing disparities have erupted in the city of Philadelphia, with developers attempting to force people out of their homes.…
POWER Profile: Climate justice leader, patrick houston fights for cleaner and renewable energy in philadelphia
With access to cleaner and affordable energy in Philadelphia dwindling, Patrick Houston, Climate Justice Lead at POWER Interfaith,…
Empowering philadelphia through community organizing: ethan stein's guide to building power
Philadelphia has remained the most impoverished large city in the United States for decades. With issues such as climate and economic injustice,…
POWER Profile: Rabbi Mordechai liebling's fight for justice
The Senior Advisor to the Executive Director of Power Interfaith, Rabbi Mordechai Liebling has devoted his life to fighting for social justice. With…
POWER Interfaith Board Appoints Rev. Dr. Gregory Edwards as Executive Director Philadelphia, PA (December 10, 2024) - POWER Interfaith, a leading faith-based organizing network in Pennsylvania, is thrilled to announce the appointment of…
Join POWER Interfaith’s final push to get out the vote! Volunteer for our phone banking team and help ensure every Pennsylvanian can make their voice heard this November. This election season, you have…
We at POWER Interfaith stand in solidarity with our Jewish siblings at Congregation Mikveh Israel in the face of the abhorrent acts of antisemitism that took place on October 22, 2024, and over…