On a beautiful August morning in Richmond, VA, more than twenty Christian, Muslim, and Jewish faith leaders gathered for a day of advocacy. As prayers, readings, and stories were offered from across traditions, a shared purpose emerged: to bring our faith into action for peace and an end to suffering in Gaza. Faith leaders bring a unique and essential voice to advocacy. Faith leaders told stories of loss, resilience, and hope — and lawmakers listened. Faith leaders told stories of loss, resilience, and hope — and lawmakers listened.