The Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona Policy Council met Sunday-Monday, November 17-18 to listen, learn, laugh and discern LAMA’s Policy Priorities for 2025.

Guest blogger Paul Westermann of University Lutheran Church in Tempe writes about his experience as an elections clerk.

Guest blogger Christopher Jacobson shares about the Bread for the World-sponsored Offering of Letters at Faith/La Fe Lutheran Church in Phoenix.

Lutherans and friends from across the state will gather at Wesley Bolin Plaza at the Arizona Capitol for a day of advocacy on Monday, February 10, 2025 from 8:30 am - 1:00 pm. Details to follow.

The ELCA Civic Engagement and Voter Education Guide is a resource guide to encourage, empower and equip voter education and other responsible civic participation shaped by faith values. Now available in Spanish.

Lutherans have a history of civic engagement during election season, including being voting centers. Holy Trinity and Mountain View were two of 37 Lutheran congregations who offered their space at voting centers in Arizona’s 15 counties this year

In anticipation of Election Day in the United States, Bishop Eaton reminds us that “civic engagement through political and nonpolitical processes is how we live into our baptism and share Christ’s love as we work to make a difference in our communities and strive for justice and peace across the globe." 3:20 mins.

Today is National Voter Registration Day. Celebrate the day by registering to vote! Already registered? Text 3 friends a reminder that registering to vote online takes just a few minutes. #NationalVoterRegistrationDay

The Lutheran Advocacy Ministry of Pennsylvania shared this new curriculum: “Lessons from Dietrich Bonhoeffer in a House Divided and a World On Fire.” Made in partnership with the International Bonhoeffer Society, this study course explores Bonhoeffer’s legacy and teachings.

Week 3: Hear from Will Milner (HAF in Washington, DC0 about how his faith values impact his vote in this new video from ELCA Advocacy!

Prepare for God’s Work Our Hands Sunday by planning an advocacy activity! Participate in the service day while staying inside and beating the heat.

Introducing our next opportunity for conversation and connection: Book Time with LAMA. Readers are invited to suggest titles and facilitate conversations. August selection: I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening): A Guide to Grace-Filled Political Conversations.

August presents unique opportunities to bring our deep concerns as Christians about many things related to our planet and the beings that inhabit it to U.S. Congress in our own backyards. Read tips from ELCA Advocacy.

Last week, the LAMA team joined synod staff, youth, leaders, and young adults from around Arizona for the ELCA Youth and Young Adult Gatherings in NOLA! Read our LAMA recap here.

Voting has begun for the Arizona Primary! Vote on or before July 30. Here are some steps to ensure your voting process goes smoothly.

Read more about Autumn’s visit to Tucson and the partnership between Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and Grace St Paul’s Episcopal Church.

Check out these new resources on corporate responsibility from churchwide! Learn about responsible ways to spend our money and explore the intersection between corporate life and the issues we work on.

In this election year, how might our Lutheran faith shape our thinking, acting, and voting on major issues? In this important 6-part series, ponder timely ELCA social teachings and learn tips for leading discussions in your own community.