We train principled leaders for government and the church because the world needs people who can think clearly, lead wisely, and love faithfully in public life.
In a world that profits from anger and exhaustion, we're doing something different; equipping people to think deeply, lead wisely, and engage mercifully.
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The world needs people angry enough to click, share, and donate. We need people informed enough to think for themselves, so we provide honest education without scare tactics or partisan spin.
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Principles matter more than party loyalty, which is why we develop leaders who evaluate ideas on their merits and pursue human flourishing, not political wins.
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Quick hits and hot takes don't build the kind of leaders the world needs, so we take the long view through courses, mentorship, spiritual formation, and community that develops people over time.
We help Christians think clearly about politics so they can engage faithfully, not fearfully.
The outrage machine is exhausting. But checking out isn't the answer either. Politics matters and faith speaks to public life, so the question is how to engage without losing sanity or compromising witness.
Develop the capacity to think, not just react. Through courses, workshops, and articles, we teach people to understand what's happening historically and theologically; going deeper than tribal loyalty or borrowed talking points. Engage ideas charitably before disagreeing. We show how to listen well, ask better questions, and evaluate positions on their merits, not just whether the right team supports them.
Build conviction without cruelty. This is formation, not just information. We're equipping Christians who are thoughtful without being timid and convicted without being cruel: people who bring clarity to chaos instead of adding to the noise.
Know What's Happening and How to Respond
We're the voice of the Church in public policy.
Most people find out about legislation too late or through sources designed to provoke anger, not understanding. There's a better way.
Get the substance, not the spin. We monitor state and federal legislation affecting religious freedom, family policy, education, and human dignity; then explain what's actually in these bills, why it matters, and what can be done about it.
Make informed decisions. No scare tactics. No manipulation. Just clear, accurate information delivered with enough context to think independently about how to respond.
Take meaningful action. We provide guidance on contacting representatives, advocacy resources, and opportunities to make voices heard effectively. Everyone has a right and responsibility to engage. We make it possible to do so thoughtfully.
Organizations like the American Council matter. They equip believers to think clearly, engage wisely, and stand firmly for faith, freedom, and common sense in public life. If we want to preserve the principles that made this nation strong, we need informed citizens who are willing to lead. The American Council and Tanner DiBella are helping raise that kind of leadership.
Ben Carson
Former United States Secretary of Housing & Urban Development
Common Questions
What is The American Council?
The American Council is a nonprofit dedicated to building moral clarity and principled leadership in the Church and in public life.
Is The American Council a church?
No. We serve the Church by providing resources, education, and support, while remaining independent of any single denomination or congregation.
Who is The American Council for?
Our work serves pastors, church leaders, families, and everyday Christians who want to think biblically and live faithfully in today’s culture.
Are you a political organization?
We are faith-based and values-driven. We equip believers to engage civic life with wisdom and conviction without telling churches or individuals how to vote.
How do you support churches and Christians?
We provide practical tools like family voter guides, leadership training, prayer gatherings, and educational resources designed to strengthen faith and public witness.
How is The American Council funded?
We are supported by generous individuals, churches, and partners who believe in strengthening the Church and forming principled leaders for the common good.
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