Bill Moyers of PBS interviews Rev. Samuel Rodriguez on the role faith is playing in this campaign season

NHCLC Working Across the Nation

Christian Leaders Call for an end to racist rhetoric in immigration debate, may 4 service to rally faith community

National Hispanic Evangelical Leader, Rev. Wilfredo DeJesus, Meets with Obama, Hispanics embracing “change” message

NHCLC National Latino Evangelical Leader Leaves behind Legacy of Multi-Generational Leadership.

In the Chicago Tribune's story "WWED: What will evangelicals do?" Rev. Samuel Rodriguez explains the shift in Hispanic Evengelical voting trends.

In the Chicago Tribune's story "Latinos courted as wild card among shifting evangelical voters" Rev. Samuel Rodriguez of the NHCLC is viewed by Democratic & GOP candidates as a vital link to nearly 18,000 congregations.

In The Sacramento Bee, Miami Herald and Kansas City Star's story entitled "Pastor may help swing votes of Latino evangelicals" Rev. Samuel Rodriguez of the NHCLC states that "I'm being courted by a number of candidates, but it's not Samuel Rodriguez they're courting, it's me as a symbol of the growing number of Latino evangelicals."

VIDEO: Dallas Morning News Interview with Rev. Samuel Rodriguez

Religious Leaders on Left/Right Plan Forum
A broad alliance of religious leaders, are inviting Republican and Democratic candidates to speak at back-to-back "Compassion Forums" on Nov. 26 in Greenville, South Carolina, to ask where they stand on climate change, torture, poverty in the United States and abroad, and genocide in Darfur - as well as abortion.

NAE, NHCLC Leaders to meet with Secretary General of the United Nations, Ban Ki-Moon
The National Association of Evangelicals and the leadership of the Hispanic NAE will meet with the Secretary General of the United Nations in early October. “This is an unprecedented opportunity to engage the United Nations in areas of concern for the Body of Christ”, stated Rev. Sam Rodriguez, Hispanic NAE President and Executive Committee Member of the NAE.

NHCLC Participates in Council on Foreign Relations Discussion on Religion and Foreign Policy

What leaders are saying about NHCLC:

The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) is the National Hispanic Association of Evangelicals serving approximately 15 Million Evangelical/Born Again Christians and 18,000 congregations by providing leadership, fellowship, networking, parterships and a representative voice before governmental and ecclesiastical authorities.

As a sister organization of the National Association of Evangelicals, the NHCLC connects Hispanic churches to other evangelical churches in America and beyond. NHCLC leads Hispanic congregations and denominations through fellowship, networking, partnerships, public advocacy and more.
—Leith Anderson, President, National Association of Evangelicals

"NHCLC represents a much needed culturally affirmative worldview with a deeper spiritual expression and a broader social agenda and is an authentic, independent witness of strong Christian principles for the growing, diverse Latino community."
—Dr. Jesse Miranda

"The NHCLC is the only nationally-recognized multi-denominational organization in the nation that takes a faith-based approach to Latino civil rights, immigration reform, social justice, the environment, education, and foreign policy. It's strength rests in its direct tie to the grassroots Latino community through hundreds of churches, faith-based community service organizations, and parachurch ministries. The fact that virtually every major presidential candidate in the 2008 election has sought its advice and friendship speaks volumes."
—G. Espinosa

"The NHCLC is a prophetic voice to and for the Hispanic/Latino Christian community in the United States with a clear focus on providing a message of hope to our youth and families. I am grateful to be connected to this national ministry, especially when we have opportunity to advocate and act on behalf of "the least of these" among us."
—Albert L. Reyes, President, Buckner Children & Family Services

"NHCLC has served as a conduit for social action and change for Hispanic churches across the country. In addition, NHCLC provides a breath of fresh air for Hispanic leaders and their ministries. As I complete my first year as part of the executive board, I am proud to be associated with this organization and its work. I look forward to further advancement on the issues faced by the Hispanic community in the coming year."
—Rev. Wilfredo De Jesus, Senior Pastor, New Life Covenant Ministries

Noticias de La Iglesia Hispana en Español

UPDATE: The Washington Post invited NHCLC President Samuel Rodriguez to participate in threading the Faith narrative in America by his participation and inclusion in the distinguished panel of bloggers on Washington Post's "Onfaith" Blog. Click on the "On Faith" banner above to learn more

Changing Faiths: Latinos and the Transformation of American Religion
A joint survey by the Pew Hispanic Project and the Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life

NHCLC to recognize The Jesse Miranda Leadership Center as Latino Evangelical “Think Tank” and Leading Center for Latino Evangelical Leadership Studies
The NHCLC recognizes Dr. Miranda’s vital role in opening the pathway for so many of the blessings the Latino Church is currently experiencing particularly in the area of National influence.

National Task Forces created to address Issues in Latino Community
The Hispanic NAE voted and formed National Task Forces that will address specific issues, creating sustainable and viable programs that will include research and problem solving initiatives

27,000 in Pakistan hear the gospel from the NHCLC Leadership
as relationships forge between the Latin American Evangelical Church and the Pakistani people SEE PHOTO

NHCLC offers resources to 18,000 Hispanic Evangelical Congregations and Local Pastors
Resources include a 24 Hr. Pastoral Care Hotline where Latino Pastors and ministers can call and speak to a certified Christian Counselor and Therapist including Psychologists 24hrs a day

The Nations most recognized Foreign Policy Think Tank, The Council on Foreign Relations invited Rev. Sam Rodriguez, representing the NHCLC and the entire Latino Evangelical Community in a discussion on how religion impacts American Foreign Policy.

NHCLC Declares War on Xenophobia and Anti-Latino Rhetoric
The NHCLC launched a nationwide tour engaging close to 18,000 churches in registering voters, addressing xenophobia and racism from the pulpits while simultaneously presenting "The Hispanic American Christian Manifesto".

Hispanic Mega Church Association to Host annual Conference, Beginning April 2008
The Recent Pew Research Data in respect to the growing Hispanic Evangelical population prompted the HISPANIC MEGA CHURCH ASSOCIATION or HMCA to announce an annual conference to discuss issues relevant and unique to America's largest Latino Evangelical Congregations.

Promise Keepers and NHCLC Reaffirm Strategic Partnership. President Joins NHCLC advisory Board, NHCLC President Appointed to Promise Keepers Board of Directors representing the Latino Community.

NHCLC President, Rodriguez speaks at National Church in D.C. Addressing in Pentecost. Clinton and Obama address Faith Issues.

New Life Covenant Church Draws Global Attention
Pastor Wilfredo DeJesus and the New Life Covenant Church in Chicago continue to present a vibrant model of a 21st Century Kingdom congregation. "Pastor DeJesus is one of America's Top Pastors", declared Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, Hispanic NAE President

The number of Spanish-speaking evangelicals is growing, in Wichita and across the U.S.
There are now about 10 million Hispanic Protestants, according to the recent Hispanic Churches in American Public Life research project. That number has doubled during the past 10 years.

U.S. Hispanic believers prefer Spirit-filled worship in Spanish
"Hispanic believers in the United States prefer Spirit-filled religious expression and gravitate toward a distinctively ethnic worship experience, opting to go to church with other Hispanics and speak Spanish when they get there, according to a recent report by the Washington, D.C.-based Pew Hispanic Center.