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.
This week’s Action Alert: Register for Arizona Anti-Hunger Alliance Day at the Capitol. 90 minutes and free lunch!
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LAMA is co-sponsor of the Anti-Hunger Alliance Advocacy Day at the Capitol on March 13th, 2023, from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at the Wesley Bolin Plaza. Complimentary lunch included. Please join us!
The first workshop in the AFN Leadership Series will cover an overview of the Arizona Legislature structure, roles, and responsibilities and an introduction to the Request to Speak System.
CCC is a group of individuals, faith communities, sustainability and justice-oriented organizations collaborating to more effectively cherish our shared earth and all creation. All are welcome to join these meetings. Arizona Faith Network.
Join people from diverse religions working together to help around Hunger and Housing. This group convened by Arizona Faith Network meets the third Thursday of each month. Solveig Muus, director of LAMA, is guest this month.
The Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Discipleship Journey Seminar features keynotes by Rev. Charles Newman (Crossroads, San Tan Valley), Rev. Deborah K. Hutterer, Bishop of the Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA, and Rev. Jacqueline Pagel, Bishop’s Associate for Faith Formation and Candidacy.
The LAMA Liaison Roundtable meets virtually the third Monday of the month. These conversations offer an opportunity to discuss a wide range of topics about congregational engagement in advocacy.
The Grand Canyon Synod vs. the Southeastern Iowa Synod in a winner-take-all challenge to raise money for ELCA World Hunger. Pledge to participate in some spiritual and physical practices during the 40
The 40-40-40 Lenten Challenge ~ Grand Canyon vs. Southeastern Iowa Synods ~ supports ELCA World Hunger. Why? See what ELCA World Hunger is up to and get inspired register for the Lenten Challenge!
The preparation of this study is part of the process toward developing a social statement on these many topics related to civic life and faith. Participants’ feedback is key. The study response period
Explore the economic, cultural, political, and ecological contours of the systemic crisis we face, and grow in the knowledge, skills, spiritual strength, and community that are so vital to forging the
Here’s what Solveig Muus and the LAMA team are up to 02/05 - 02/11:
LSS-SW/LAMA Advocacy Video script and filming
State Public Policy Office (SPPO) meeting
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Discipleship Seminar prep
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
