Transforming lives with Good News in the Nation’s Capital

Championing The Gospel On The Hill

Nov 10, 2026

Last Wednesday was a special day for Faith & Liberty, and we'll share why in a moment, but first, we want to thank you for your prayers — which have been answered — for our upcoming Live Nativity outside the U.S. Supreme Court.

 

It's a living celebration of the light and hope of the world — at a moment when the hope Christ gives is so desperately needed in our hearts and our culture. Your generosity makes this wonderful Capitol Hill Christmas event possible.

We have received all the permits we need well in advance of when they are usually granted, and that's a big praise! It also helps that we stage the Live Nativity every year, so we've been able to develop relationships and gain trust in ways that help us wade through red tape, and we are truly thankful that God has gone before us in this way. Last year, as you can see below, we had 52 volunteers helping with the Live Nativity! 

The Lord has also been generous to us in another way. At the National Clergy Council’s annual gathering last Wednesday, we celebrated Faith & Liberty's Director of Strategic Partnerships Patty Bills as she received the 2026 Excellence in Faith Award, along with the presentation of a second award in loving memory of her twin sister, Peggy Nienaber.

The Council honored Patty with this award for her outstanding Christian service. President of the National Clergy Council’s Joint Academic Commission Rev. Dr. Allen Church presented the award and said, “She’s had a lot of influence … and I don't think there’s operational work without Patty.”

Rev. Church also presented Patty with an additional Excellence in Faith Award for Peggy in memory of her legacy of service. Peggy passed away early this year after 40 years of ministry on Capitol Hill bringing the Gospel to all in the nation’s capital through prayer, Bible studies, worship, fellowship, and pastoral care.

Mat Staver, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel and Chairman of Faith & Liberty said, “Like her late twin sister, Peggy Nienaber, Patty Bills is an unstoppable servant full of life and energy. Patty is entirely deserving of these awards because she is such a joyful and tireless champion of the Gospel and is continuing her sister’s and her own profound legacy of faith and service in our nation’s capital."

As supporters of Faith & Liberty's unique and vital ministry on the Hill, we know you are glorifying God with us over this answer to prayer and these awards. The honor we most look forward, however, is the commendation of our Lord saying, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant."

YOU MAKE A CRUCIAL DIFFERENCE

None of this ministry happens without faithful partners like you. Your prayers and financial support make it possible for Faith & Liberty to serve as your missionaries in Washington, D.C., bringing a biblical witness to the very heart of our nation's government.

As we continue this important work, we invite you to stand with us. Together, we can keep rebuilding, restoring, and renewing. Thank you for your faithful prayers, your generous support, and your partnership in advancing God's Kingdom on Capitol Hill and across America.

Your generosity makes this ministry happen. Please prayerfully consider making a gift today to support Faith & Liberty's mission in Washington, D.C.

Your missionaries in Washington, D.C.,

The Faith & Liberty team

You Can Make a Difference on Capitol Hill! 

Thank you for faithfully supporting Faith & Liberty through prayer and giving. We invite you to prayerfully consider making a special gift or becoming a monthly partner in our ministry on Capitol Hill. Click the SUPPORT YOUR MISSIONARIES button below and select recurring donation, or call Patty Bills at 202-737-1776. Your partnership truly matters. 

YOUR GENEROSITY MAKES ALL THIS POSSIBLE! 
  • Advocating for the preborn: The National Pro-Life Religious Council board will meet at our Ministry Center this week, and we are glad to be a resource to them. Faith & Liberty’s Lindsey Cruz will also participate in the daylong 115 Forum event with pro-life leaders this week.
  • Presenting the Christmas story: We are looking forward to our annual Live Nativity to be held Thursday, Dec. 3. Praise the Lord for the final permit being granted!
  • Mentoring meet-ups: We thoroughly enjoy meeting with and mentoring young people here on Capitol Hill. We value your prayers for these important one-on-one conversations and prayer times.
  • Honoring Christian women: We are wrapping up planning for the Congressional Women’s Appreciation Prayer Breakfast and the She Leads Willard Tea, which will be next week!
  • Praying in one accord: The Eagles of Fire joined together in intercessory prayer at the Ministry Center this past week. The Aglow women’s group is also visiting this week for their prayer and fellowship meeting.
  • Applying the Word: Our Bible studies at the Ministry Center help those who work on Capitol Hill understand and apply God’s Word to life on the Hill. King’s Church also continues its Equip class at the Ministry Center on how to live out the Christian faith while working in government. This week, we also joined in the virtual Senate Chaplain’s Bible Study with Chaplain Barry C. Black.
  • Meeting faith leaders: As mentioned above, Faith & Liberty’s Patty Bills and Lindsey Cruz attended the National Clergy Council event on Nov. 4. More than 60 pastors from across the country came for this annual gathering.

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