of power — faithfully.
Capitol Culture brings prayer, civility, integrity, and servant leadership into government — proven in one statehouse, built for all fifty. Faithfully present. Institutionally independent. Entirely donor-funded.
who serve our states.
Behind the policies and headlines are people — and that's where we focus our efforts.
Andrew Carlson serves as Chaplain and Minister to the Oklahoma State Legislature. He ministers to both chambers — leading Bible studies for the House and Senate and serving members of both as a pastoral presence, without institutional ties or government funding.
As Executive Director of Capitol Culture, Andrew is spearheading the development of the Chaplain Training Program — building the platform, curriculum, and network to equip chaplains in every state and around the world.
Institutionally independent.
Dr. Joel W. Harder founded Capitol Culture with a vision for transforming civic culture through civility, integrity, and servant leadership. A former Chaplain of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, Joel established the organization's values, relationships, and foundational mission. He now serves on the Capitol Culture board, and the mission continues under the leadership of Executive Director Andrew Carlson.
An experienced leadership consultant and author, Joel is committed to shaping culture among policymakers through non-lobbying, non-political engagement.