The "Big Beautiful Bill" passed out of the Senate today. It now returns to the House for a final vote as soon as Wednesday. Contact your Representative today, urging them to vote NO on this bill.

New ELCA Advocacy Action Alert! Senate leadership aims to schedule a rushed vote on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act as soon as this week, undermining access to core programs in our communities.

The Center for Climate Justice and Faith at PLTS is accepting applications to their Certificate in Climate Justice and Faith program for lay leaders and clergy members from around the world who want to be effective advocates for climate justice. Applications due June 15, 2025.

The Lutherans Restoring Creation network is offering an Earth Day creation care-centered sermon by Dr. Rev. Barbara Rossing — in English and Spanish — in response to the Sunday, April 27th readings.

Earth Day 2025 Theme: Our Power, Our Planet. Click for tips, actions and activities for Earth Day 2025, and watch the theme video. Join the world’s largest environmental movement!

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Episode 2 explores the intersection of faith and environmental advocacy within the ELCA and highlights the challenges and opportunities faced by congregations in implementing sustainable practices. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

New Lenten Action Alert! Share your values and convictions with elected officials — urge Congress to oppose the repeal of IRA investments in affordable clean energy, American jobs and economic development in the upcoming budget reconciliation bill.

Celebrate World Water Day on Saturday (March 22) as one of your spiritual practices during Lent. Get ideas from the United Nations’ toolkit for Glacier Preservation or the 40-40-40 Lenten Challenge resources and toolkit shared here.

Has your church or a church you are familiar with made use of the Direct Pay for Clean Energy Tax Credits from the Inflation Reduction Act? If so, please share your stories.

Join advocates for the annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol. Meet with your legislators, hear from great speakers, and connect with others who are doing advocacy work both inside and outside the Arizona Legislature. RSVP today!

ELCA Advocacy Update: The federal advocacy team has released an update on the Farm Bill’s status. Learn about where the Bill currently stands in the House and Senate, and where our advocacy is needed!

As Lutherans, we hold profound concern for survivors of major disasters, as we see dignity in each person as children of God. Our churches, LDR, and many of our partners arrive in the immediate aftermath of a disaster and remain working to rebuild years after FEMA leaves. This bill helps that.

The Center for Climate Justice and Faith at PLTS is accepting applications to their Certificate in Climate Justice and Faith program for lay leaders and clergy members from around the world who want to be effective advocates for climate justice. Applications due June 17, 2024.

The Colorado River Indian Tribes reached a water rights settlement with the State last week! Read to learn more.

ELCA Advocacy Action Alert: Encourage Congress to support conservation and climate friendly measures in the Farm Bill!

AFN Action Alert: Urge our lawmakers to reject legislation that threatens to undermine protection of Arizona’s public and sacred lands! Take action to protect Creation right here in Arizona.

World Water Day is observed each year on March 22 to promote the responsible use of water and access to safe water for everyone. 2024 Toolkit included.

Lutherans Restoring Creation and ELCA World Hunger share a resource faith communities can use to start discussions and inspire community-based-solutions to grow climate justice, as part of the One Home, One Future collaborative.