The first step to participating in EPF is to JOIN. As a fellowship, koinonia (1 John 1:7), our common bond is our shared relationship with the Prince of Peace. We support each other in growing into his likeness by following his ways. Jesus’ Way is nonviolence, both as the means and the end of our action in public life (Wink, MLK, Jr.). We support each other in becoming people of peace actively engaged to dismantle systemic violence and oppression. Becoming people of peace includes personal spiritual practice, study, and nonviolent action for justice.

Recommended annual membership dues are $60/year or $5/month (or $30 for students), however no one will be turned away due to inability pay. All members must be able to affirm the statement of conscious quoted colorfully below.

Any group of at least 5 EPF members can apply to become a Chapter. A Chapter is a group of supporters who may or may not be members of the same parish. Some chapters are regional or diocesan-wide.

EPF Chapters covenant to become a community of peace in whatever way works best for it’s members (offering conflict resolution or anti-racism training, learning about specific forms of systemic violence, etc) and to pray for other members to become instruments of Christ’s peace. Chapters lend support to the causes embraced by EPF, consistent with the discernment of the group, and pay annual dues of $250.

Peace Partner Parishes (PPP) covenant to become a community of peace in whatever way works best in the congregation (offering an annual class on conflict resolution, anti-racism training, learning about specific forms of systemic violence, etc.) and to pray for other members to become instruments of Christ's peace; Parish Peace Partners lend support to the causes embraced by EPF, consistent with the discernment of the congregation, and pay annual dues of $250.

To learn more about what it means to become a Peace Partner Parish, contact our Executive Director.

EPF Action Groups focus on a single peace or justice issue and begin with an interested group of at least five EPP members.

Current of prior Action Groups have included:

Palestine Israel Network

Gun Violence Prevention

Racial Justice

Anti-War / Conscientious Objectors

Welcoming the Stranger

Young Adult Network

These groups work across the nation (and sometimes the globe) to spread a promise of peace through liturgical, legislative, and personal action to bring the Gospel to life. If you are interested in starting a new action group, please contact our Executive Director.