LAMA News 11/08/22

Update • November 8, 2022

Thank you for reading Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA)’s newsletter, featuring excerpts and highlights from our website at LAMAz.org. LAMA is an advocacy ministry of the Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA.

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ACTION ALERTS

Vote!

Need help deciding? Civic Engagement Beyond Voting, an Indivisible group, is a grassroots nonpartisan organization that works to empower Arizona’s citizens to exercise their voices at the state level. They remain the only Indivisible group in Arizona that is wholly focused on the state legislature.

Track your ballot for peace of mind

Check the date your ballot was sent to you, the date the ballot was returned and received by the County Recorder, and whether your ballot was accepted and signature verified.

EVENTS

ANTI-HUNGER & FOOD SYSTEMS ADVOCACY CALL

Friday, November 11 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Connect with hunger advocates in Arizona and get legislative updates through monthly advocacy calls. Facilitated by Arizona Food Systems Network and Arizona Food Bank Network.

2022 HUNGER-FREE COMMUNITIES VIRTUAL SUMMIT

Wednesday, Nov. 16 @ 10:00 AM - Thursday, November 17 @ 3:00 PM

This year, this annual 2-day event will focus on how the outcome of the mid-terms elections are likely to impact the prospect for fighting hunger at the federal level, as well as, the next steps resulting from the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health.

LAMA LIAISON ROUNDTABLE

Monday, November 21 @ 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The LAMA Liaison Roundtable meets the third Monday of the month at 6:30p via Zoom. These conversations offer an opportunity to discuss a wide range of topics about congregational engagement in advocacy, and answer all your questions.

AFN SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMISSION

Thursday, December 1 @ 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

The Social Justice Commission is the branch of Arizona Faith Network (AFN) that engages in justice and advocacy work. All are welcome to join this group!

AFN FAITHFUL VOTER AZ (VOTING RIGHTS) COMMITTEE

Thursday, December 1 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The Arizona Faith Network is working hard to protect our cherished right to vote on the state and federal level. Join this working committee to stay up to date with voting advocacy in AZ and beyond. The interfaith working committee meets monthly online.

HUNGER AT THE CROSSROADS WEBINAR: HEALTH AND HUNGER

Thursday, December 1 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Experts from both the U.S. and overseas help explain the complex relationship between health and hunger. Participants also will hear from leaders working to improve health in their communities and learn effective steps that can be taken toward a just world where all are fed – and where all are healthy.

NEWS FROM OUR BLOG

This Week at LAMA HQ

Here’s what Solveig Muus and the LAMA team are up to 11/06 - 11/12:

Voting!
November 2022 Southwest Regional Meeting
Anti-Hunger & Food Systems Advocacy Call
LAMA newsletter, correspondence & social media

We’d love to hear from you!

Thank you for being partners in advocacy ministry in Arizona. We’re glad you’re here! Please contact LAMA if we can help you or your church, including:

Speak to your congregation or meet with your social justice team
Connect you with advocacy volunteer opportunities
Advocate on behalf of community programs you care about
Help you set up a AZ Legislature Right to Speak (RTS) account

EMAIL LAMA

Vote!

Track your ballot for peace of mind

LAMA Summit Recap

Bishop Eaton’s Election Day message and prayer

Worship Resources for a National Election