In this month's episode, Brian "B.J." Duke, Chair of the JRCLS International Service Committee, reflects on the 2026 Month of Service and its theme, "Lift Where You Stand: Become Anxiously Engaged in Good Causes." He shares inspiring stories from around the world, discusses efforts to combat human trafficking and sexual exploitation, and offers practical ways attorneys and law students can use their legal training to serve others.

Blaine Evanson, J.D., provides an overview of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society's Religious Freedom Committee, including its amicus brief and International Religious Freedom Day initiatives. He explains the church autonomy doctrine and offers advice for those looking to engage in religious liberty work.

JRCLS Updates:

• Religious Liberty Fellowship
• 2026 JRCLS Asia Pacific Philippines Multi-Area Conference

References:

• JRCLS Amicus Briefs Page
• Dallin H. Oaks, "Defending Our Divinely Inspired Constitution," General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, April 2021.
• 5th-Sunday Discussion Guide and Video: “Celebrating the Founding of the United States and the U.S. Constitution"

Wendy Neeley, J.D., creator of Cache Valley Interfaith, explains the event's impact in her community and shares advice for interfaith work.

JRCLS Updates:

• 2026 Annual Conference Recap
• Global Student Summit
• Month of Service Planning Tips and Checklist

References:

• Cache Valley Interfaith website
• Cache Valley Interfaith Instagram
• Facebook: Cache Valley Interfaith
• Contact Information: info@cvinterfaith.com
• Wendy's LinkedIn