Through its nonpartisan programs, the group works to bridge racial, religious, and political divisions among elected officials, while promoting reflective and ethical leadership.

[10] Their involvement brought in many additional members and leaders of Congress interested in dialogue across party, religious, racial, and ideological lines, creating a "spiritual community of men and women who seek a better way to do the people's business.

Past speakers include South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Thich Nhat Hanh, and authors and thought leaders like Bryan Stevenson, J. D. Vance, Sam Quinones, Arthur C. Brooks, and john a. powell.

The annual pilgrimage to Montgomery and Selma, Alabama includes a walk over the famous Edmund Pettus Bridge, which was led by Representative John Lewis, an early civil rights leader.

[13] Other special activities include: The Faith & Politics Institute concluded its annual Congressional Pilgrimage to Alabama that was focused on Art, Architecture, Story & Song, featuring a visit to Montgomery's new Memorial for Peace and Justice and Legacy Museum.