“Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy. Rescue the weak and homeless from the powerful hands of heartless people.”
Psalms 82:3-4
PURPOSE
Loving God, Loving ALL people, advocating for those seeking legal assistance, raising awareness of systemic disparities, and changing the world in order to make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Contact Person(s):
- Deacon Charles Koen
The struggle for the Voting Rights Act taught us that people who love this country can change it. Don’t give away your power – go vote.
Barack Obama
People sacrificed and struggled for the Right to Vote. Don’t dismiss their sacrifice or take their struggle for granted.
Voter Information & Instructions
Researching Candidates
Who’s on the Ballot
ID Required to Vote
Polling Locations
Your Personal Ballot
Voter Registration Initiative Videos
Voting Breaks Bondage
Am I Registered?
Registering to Vote
Completing the Voter Application
Key Dates & Deadlines
- September 2020
Harris County Ballots mailed to voters requesting them - September 25, 2020
VOTE 2020 “A Party with A Purpose”
Youth Zoom Voter Registration Event - October 5, 2020
Deadline to register to vote in General Election - October 13 – October 30, 2020
Early Voting in Harris County – General election - October 23, 2020
Deadline for Application for Ballot by Mail to be received - November 3, 2020
General Election
Deadline for Ballot by Mail to be received
Harris County Voters – Key Links
Our Committees
The social justice arm of the Ministry consists of several attorneys and committees that address the most pressing problems affecting at-risk communities and strategize actions to resolve those issues in a Christian manner. Here’s what we’re working on.
The Education Committee
The Education Committee is focusing on helping families who are part of Good Hope and who require assistance. The Committee has developed a listing of educational resources for families. CLICK HERE!
The Financial Education And Economic Education Committee
The F.E.E.E. Committee is currently working on an online Good Hope Business Directory consisting of the business owners and practitioners within the Good Hope MBC family that we may support as consumers. We are also highlighting black-owned businesses on social media on an ongoing basis.
The Political Action/Public Policy Committee
The Committee is also working on a voter registration information and education program, plans to provide Candidate Platform information for voters, plans to assist those in Harris County Jail to become registered voters and follow-up with them after their release.
The Social Media Committee
The Committee is utilizing social media to publicize the activities and events of the Ministry and its Committees.
The Youth Action Committee
The Committee members are scheduled to meet to discuss youth activities.