We are a national group organizing clergy against the death penalty.

We invite you to join us.

Sign the declaration!

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We, the undersigned clergy and spiritual leaders, stand united in our opposition to the death penalty.

We believe in the inherent dignity of every human being. No act of violence—no matter how serious—removes a person’s worth or humanity. The death penalty does not bring true justice. It continues a cycle of violence.

We have walked alongside those impacted by harm—victims, families, and sometimes even those facing execution. From these experiences, we have come to a shared conviction: taking a life does not heal wounds, restore what was lost, or bring lasting peace.

As clergy, we are called to be voices of compassion, accountability, and hope. We believe our role is not to support systems of harm, but to point toward healing and restoration.

We reject:

• The risk of executing innocent people

• The unequal application of the death penalty

• The belief that justice requires taking a life

We affirm:

• The possibility of change and transformation

• The value of every human life

• The importance of mercy and accountability

Therefore, we call for:

• The abolition of the death penalty

• A justice system focused on accountability and restoration

• Ongoing reflection within our faith communities about how we respond to harm

This is a moral issue.
This is a human issue.

We sign our names in shared commitment.

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