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Applications Open for Certificate in Climate Justice and Faith
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.
2025 Manna Grants: Apply Now for Funding to Combat Hunger
Now accepting applications: The 2025 Manna Grant offers up to $20,000 in total funding to Grand Canyon Synod ministries that address hunger and its root causes. Projects must demonstrate a commitment to inclusive leadership. Apply by July 31.
Presiding Bishop Eaton Issues Statement on Fatal Shooting of Two Israeli Embassy Staff in Washington, D.C.
Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has issued a statement on behalf of the ELCA expressing deep sorrow over the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff in Washington, D.C.—an act rooted in the deadly rise of anti-Semitism.
ELCA Advocacy appoints new program director for Civil Rights Policy
ELCA Advocacy welcomes Antoine Cummins as new Program Director for Civil Rights Policy.
Bishop Eaton: Remembering George Floyd
May 25, 2025 marks the fifth anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. In her message to the church honoring George Floyd, Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton calls our attention to how this “horrific act revealed the deadly reality of racism in the United States for many across the world.”
Bishop Eaton pastoral letter on election of Pope Leo XIV
Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton shares a pastoral letter marking the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born and first Augustinian pope. Read the full pastoral letter.
ELCA now accepting nominations for exciting new Building Resilient Leadership Cohort
Nominate yourself or other adult leaders, ages 18+, to participate in the first Building Resilient Leadership cohort! Over 12 months, participants will grow their public leadership skills while developing a justice-oriented project in their community. Nominate by June 2.
2025-26 ELCA Federal Policy Priorities for the 119th Congress
Read about 2025-2026 ELCA Federal Policy Priorities on Domestic, Environment, International, Migration, Middle East and Civic Engagement topics, the justification through biblical and ELCA social teachings, and how you can be involved.
Domestic Hunger Grants: Now accepting letters of inquiry
Need help funding your hunger ministry? ELCA World Hunger’s 2026 Domestic Hunger Grants are easier than ever to apply for, and faster to receive the funds. Hurry! Letters of inquiry are due July 2!
LAMA Policy Committee welcomes Martha Garner!
Martha Garner of Flagstaff joins the LAMA Policy Committee, accepting the call to serve a three-year term on the board.
2025 World Water Day Toolkit
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.
Arizona Food Bank Network Anti-hunger Conference March 25
Arizona Food Bank Network invites you to their annual conference for a day of connection, learning, and thought-provoking discussions. Tuesday, March 25, free of charge.
United Across Faiths: Lutheran, Jewish, Muslim, and Christian Leaders Stand for Refugees
ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has convened an interfaith coalition to advocate for refugees and immigrants, urging the restoration of faith-based partnerships in resettlement. The statement calls on elected officials to renew support for those forced to flee their homes. Read the full statement here.
Presiding Bishop Eaton: Faith, Fear and the Call to Community
ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton speaks to the church about the need to check in on one another during this time of great anxiety and fear for so many members. "We may not know what tomorrow brings, but we have each other.” 1:42 mins.
ELCA’s Eaton responds to executive orders on immigration
In her February 14, 2025 response to President Trump’s executive orders on immigration, Bishop Eaton urges us to take action and speak out. “We are church together, and together we will continue to defend the most vulnerable communities and people among us as Jesus taught us.” 3.33 minutes.
ELCA responds to false accusations on X
A statement from Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA, February 2, 2025, made in response to recent characterizations of Lutheran social service organizations by DOGE, effectively undermining community care.
Presiding Bishop Eaton Issues Statement on Immigration Executive Orders
Presiding Bishop Eaton issues a statement on recent Immigration Executive Orders, outlining the policy changes that are contrary to our church’s social teachings.
‘What to do about poverty?’ event at New Spirit Tucson
Special event at New Spirit Lutheran in Tucson! Author, speaker and activist Shane Claiborne speaks on how we, as followers of Jesus, can help to address poverty.