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Here I Pod, Episode 5: Migration policy changes and their impact

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. In Episode 5 you’ll hear from faith-based advocates meeting our current moment by supporting immigrants and refugees during a time of rapid shifts and changes. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

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Here I Pod, Episode 4: Foreign assistance funding freeze effects and actions

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Episode 4 takes a critical look at the direct impact on lives worldwide of the evolving landscape of U.S. foreign assistance. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

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Here I Pod, Episode 3: Connecting faith-based advocates and lawmakers

Here I Pod is a podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. Real people making a real difference come to the fore in Episode 3, delving into how faith-based advocates can engage in shaping public policy and drive meaningful community engagement. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

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Here I Pod, Episode 2: Climate Care and Policy Trends

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.

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ELCA Lenten Action Alert: Protect clean energy jobs and investments

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.

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Here I Pod, Episode 1: Housing and Homelessness Trends and Policy Impacts

Here I Pod is a new podcast series from ELCA Advocacy bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. The inaugural episode discusses the pressing issues of housing and homelessness in the U.S. and what we can do. Host: Regina Q. Banks of Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California.

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ELCA Action Alert: Keep funding support for housing programs in FY25 and FY26 budget

New Action Alert! Congress has a new fiscal deadline of March 14 to pass the 2025 budget when a temporary stopgap expires and to begin the process of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget plan. Urge Congress to pass a budget with strong homeless and affordable housing programs.

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ELCA signs Ecumenical Declaration Defending Refuge. Now it’s your turn.

Church World Service — As a Covenant Member of CWS the ELCA was part of drafting and signing The Ash Wednesday Ecumenical Declaration: Defending Refuge. Read the final version of the Declaration and sign on.

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Faithful Witness Wednesday: A Call for Congressional Courage

Sojourners and the Washington Interfaith Staff Community (WISC) co-sponsor this weekly public witness through March, beginning Ash Wednesday, March 5. These multi-faith vigils will call on Congress to exercise greater moral courage in upholding its Article 1 powers and preventing executive overreach.

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