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Motivating and Educating God's People to Involvement
The Citizens' Awareness Ministry of Idlewild Baptist Church is a
ministry which is responsible for evaluating and communicating the
impact of local, state, and national issues which relate to our church
families and community.
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All church members are encouraged to attend the Citizens' Awareness Ministry Town Meetings concerning pertinent issues to our members. These town meetings are held at the Main Campus every quarter.
For questions or comments please contact Pastor Reno Zunz, Minister - Family Care and Missions, (813) 264-8729.
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Support the Marriage Amendment
Critical Time for Federal Marriage Amendment Is Now
photoUnless Christians speak up now in support of the Federal Marriage Amendment, legalized homosexual marriage in the United States is likely to become a reality, according to Christian leaders. Several U.S. Congress members say that Christian constituents have been relatively silent on this issue, making the lawmakers less confident to take a stand. Time is running out. The vote may well come in the House of Representatives this summer. With election year on the minds of Congress and our current President in favor of the Federal Marriage Amendment, the best time to settle this issue is now.
Here is the text of the proposed Federal Marriage Amendment (SJ Res 26 and HJ Res 56) to the U.S. Constitution:
"Marriage in the United States shall consist only of the union of a man and a woman. Neither this Constitution, nor the Constitution of any State, nor State or Federal law, shall be construed to require that marital status or the legal incidents thereof be conferred upon unmarried couples or groups."
Here’s how you can show your support of the Federal Marriage Amendment:
1. Register to vote. Legislators pay more attention to registered, active voters. In addition to registering yourself, help a friend get registered and multiply your influence.
2. Contact and express your support of the Federal Marriage Amendment to the members of the U.S. Congress who represent you. The best way to let them know is by calling their office.
3. Vote. It is our privilege and responsibility to elect government officials that represent the values that we hold. Find out where the candidates stand and their voting records, then vote your convictions.
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Citizens' Awareness Ministry Supports...the Following Activities |
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Town Meetings:
Town Meetings are held quarterly after the Sunday evening service. Forum topics/speakers could be: IBC members who hold a public office or are running for public office, other public servants who will speak on relevant topics to IBC members, current moral issues in Tampa, Florida, and the U.S. Government.
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Choose Life License Plates:
Citizens can purchase the "Choose Life" license plate at the Department of Motor Vehicles. Proceeds from sales in Hillsborough County stay in the county to fund maternity homes and crisis pregnancy centers. Click here to go to their website.
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Clean Up Tampa:
Ongoing efforts are made, through letter writing and visits to local officials and court sessions, to rid Tampa of the pornography that litters our streets.
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Crisis Pregnancy Centers:
IBC supports two centers; both are nonprofit, faithbased outreach centers whose ministries are to protect and preserve the sanctity of life.
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Legislative Trip to Tallahassee:
A two-day trip to meet with state leaders, witness political policymaking during Florida Legislative Days, and visit historical landmarks of our State. This is usually the first Tuesday and Wednesday of April.
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Reclaiming America for Christ Conference:
Christian leaders from across the country gather for small group discussions and update attendees on issues of the day.
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