A Local Official's Guide to Working with Clergy and Congregations

This publication describes approaches to enhance working relationships with clergy and congregations that can deepen and diversify public engagement, extend local agency outreach, and support public services. The guide includes stories from throughout California and offers practical recommendations for making these partnerships successful, while noting the necessary boundaries between public and religion sector institutions.

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A Local Official's Guide to Working with Clergy and Congregations