iowa clergy rapid response network

Clergy are trusted messengers and carry a prophetic voice of influence. The network garners the influence of clergy from across the state to address issues that place our democracy, elections, and voting at risk. If you are clergy (active or retired) and want to join, please let us know!

the vote is sacred webinars

"Your Vote Is Precious, Almost Sacred."

Inspired by the words of Rep. John Lewis, the Interfaith Alliance (national) is launching The Vote Is Sacred 2026: a nationwide effort to protect our democracy and mobilize people of faith to vote.

Join Interfaith Alliance and partners for a six-part training series (August 25–September 30) designed to support you in meeting this moment: from de-escalation at the polls, to a showcase of volunteer opportunities, and trusted-messenger and Vote411 training.

Each webinar is a stand-alone event so you choose the ones most relevant to you. Register below.

• August 25 recording: The Faith in Elections Playbook with Interfaith America & Protect Democracy
• September 2 recording: Do's and Don'ts for Houses of Worship
• September 9 recording: Faith-Based Campaigns for Democracy
• September 15 recording: Trusted Messenger Training
• September 23 recording: De-escalation and Bystander Intervention
• September 30: The Final Stretch: Get Out The Vote

the vote is sacred bus tour

The Interfaith Alliance (national) is launching a national Vote is Sacred bus tour in early October with stops in Des Moines, Grinnell, and Cedar Rapids. Mark your calendars and make plans to join us!

Save the Dates:

• Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 PM, Des Moines - Grace United Methodist Church, 3700 Cottage Grove Ave.
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• Wednesday, October 7, 11:45 AM, Grinnell - Grinnell College, Joe Rosenfield ’25 Center, 1115 8th Ave. The Vote is Sacred Pizza Party! Students and everyone welcome!
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• Wednesday, October 7, 6:30 PM, Cedar Rapids - St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 1340 3rd Ave SE.
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In partnership with Interfaith Alliance of Iowa, the national tour will hold two press conferences with local faith leaders in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. Please join us and help us protect Iowa elections!

‍The Vote is Sacred Press Conference – Des Moines
‍Wednesday, October 7, at 9:45 AM
Plymouth Congregational Church, 4126 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines – press conference will take place in front of The Vote is Sacred bus (on Ingersoll)

‍The Vote is Sacred Press Conference – Cedar Rapids
‍Wednesday, October 7, at 3:30 PM
St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 1340 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids