The Faith Outreach program of The Humane Society of the United States seeks to engage people and institutions of faith with animal protection issues, on the premise that religious values call upon us all to act in a kind and merciful way towards all creatures. Religious Statements on Animals For Churches: Animal Protection Ministries More Faith Outreach Resources
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Christian leaders speak out against cockfighting.
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Chanting a blessing. HSI/Joan Wai
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In Animal Protection Ministries: A Guide for Churches, get ministries for pets and the people who love them.
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Explore our library of Religious Statements on Animals. istockphoto
Christian Leaders Speak Out Against Cockfighting
The Palmetto Family, and Dr. Richard Land, president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s ethics and religious liberty commission, expose the cruelty of cockfighting as well as the larger societal effects of the illegal blood sport. Read moreWatch the videoRead the most recent Humane Steward
News & Resources
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December 16, 2011
Rejoice! A Year of Faith and Animals
Celebrating the many ways that faith communities helped animals in 2011.
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December 14, 2011
The HSUS Announces Maryland Episcopal Church as Top Dog in Hymn Video Project
The HSUS announced that St. George’s Episcopal Church in Glenn Dale, Md., was selected as the “favorite” video in a national hymn video project.
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November 17, 2011
The Christian Vegetarian Association
Stephen R. Kaufman, M.D., president of the Christian Vegetarian Association, writes an essay about his organization's mission.
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October 20, 2011
Faithful Following: Compassion in the Pews
The HSUS's Faith Outreach campaign brings message of advocacy to audience of believers
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October 15, 2011
Food Day Celebrates Roots of Food
Food Day, October 24, is a nationwide celebration of real food. The day is to raise awareness about health, humane eating, the environment, and America's food system.
