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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: Rest, refresh, and pray through Holy Week to the glorious resurrection of our lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Please share this information with your networks, encourage them to sign up for our newsletter and FOLLOW us on Facebook for even more articles and events.
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We at LAMA offer this Holy Week prayer for our friends and neighbors, leaders and advocates all. |
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GRAND CANYON SYNOD HUNGER LEADERS NETWORK Tuesday, March 31 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Hunger leaders from offices & congregations all over the synod gather together to discuss each other’s projects, collaborate, and lend each other support. We hear from synod and churchwide offices working on hunger solutions and find out what we can do to help. All are invited to join!
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ANTI-HUNGER & FOOD SYSTEMS ADVOCACY CALL Friday, April 3 @ 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.
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AFN CHERISHING CREATION COLLABORATIVE Tuesday, April 14 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 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.
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POLL CHAPLAIN/PEACEKEEPER TRAINING Tuesday, April 14 @ 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM These multi-faith, multi-racial, intergenerational poll chaplains (ordained and lay leaders) and peacekeepers will help provide a calming and moral presence to vulnerable voters, such as the elderly, disabled, youth, and other disenfranchised citizens.
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A CONVERSATION WITH JOHN FUGELSANG: FAITH, DEMOCRACY AND THE SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE Wednesday, April 15 @ 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM This is a national program designed to equip participants of all faiths and no faith with knowledge, context, and practical insight at a pivotal moment in American public life. Don't miss this!
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LAMA LIAISON ROUNDTABLE Monday, April 20 @ 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.
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Churchwide search for 5 young adults and 5 not-so-young adults to participate in an Advocacy Immersion Trip focusing on Climate Justice. Do you have someone in mind? Nominations open until April 17. |
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The ELCA has released a new video, Heart of the Community, featuring the ministry of Navajo Evangelical Lutheran Mission (NELM). The video highlights NELM’s deep relationships, community presence, and |
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This month’s ELCA World Hunger spotlight shares the story of Floricel Liborio, a community leader in Stockton, CA, and the faithful response of Iglesia Luterana Santa María Peregrina. Amid fear surrou |
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April 20-22, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Diverse faith traditions gather to inspire and strengthen their call to Congress to commit to Protecting People, Peace, and Planet! Includes worship, workshops, |
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ELCA Action Alert updated March 18. Join the ELCA in urging Congress to protect voting rights and reject legislation that would raise barriers to voting. Take action today! |
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At the Table, the Intergenerational VBS Study from ELCA World Hunger, focuses on the importance of storytelling, inviting your community to learn how storytelling can make a difference in your neighbo |
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Here’s what Solveig and the LAMA team are up to 03/29 - 04/04: Safe Communities Coalition monthly call Grand Canyon Synod Hunger Leaders Network Passover Seder Dinner Anti-Hunger & Food Systems Advocacy Call LAMA newsletter, correspondence, website & social media
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Explore the many ways you can support the ministry of advocacy with your financial gifts. We are grateful for your congregational, or individual contribution.
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We’d love to hear from you!
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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
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