Campaign for Kindness: Floris UMC is bringing back respect, humility, and compassion this election season
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HERNDON, Va. - Washingtoner -- Floris United Methodist Church joins the nationwide movement taking a stand against polarization with kindness.

In these divisive times, Floris United Methodist Church is approaching the upcoming election with a "Campaign for Kindness." Our church, alongside others across the country, is spearheading an initiative that asks a simple yet powerful question: "How do you want to be treated?" This campaign, rooted in the universal Golden Rule, aims to bridge divides and foster understanding in communities nationwide.

Political polarization has taken a toll on all of our communities that we aim to heal. The "Campaign for Kindness" is an open invitation, welcoming everyone into a safe space to have a dialogue on practical ways that we can apply the Golden Rule in our daily interactions.

Floris offers a wealth of opportunities to get involved with free resources, events and services. On an individual level, our daily decisions are an easy way to share the campaign — you can do this by simply choosing kindness. Share with us why you're campaigning for kindness on social media or in person at Floris UMC.

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A list of our events is available below:

• Authentically Human: Who are we this election season?
  October 6 - November 3 |  9, 11 AM & 5 PM
• The After Party: Toward Better Christian Politics
  October 16 – November 20
• Growing in Democracy Tree Planting
  October 20
• Church, State, and Citizenship with Dr. Rick Elgendy
  October 20
• Election Prayer Service
  November 4

Let's rediscover what it means to be authentically human. Together, we can reclaim the superpowers of kindness, respect, humility, compassion, and love. In unison, we can equip our communities and individuals with resources to join the movement and vote for kindness.

"The Kindness campaign offers an on-the-ground, grassroots approach to a national trend, providing a positive perspective on addressing social divisions—something every person can find both inspiring and relevant. - Tasha Mitchell, Director of Communications

Join the movement at FlorisUMC.org/kindness

Interested in scheduling an interview with Rev. Gina Anderson-Cloud or to learn more, contact Tasha Mitchell, communications@florisumc.org