Response to the cry to address polarization in our communities is being heard in many ELCA synods, congregations and ELCA-affiliated state public policy offices. Helpful resources and ideas for caring for one another and our communities as people of faith from the "Faith in Elections Playbook" on Interfaith America are reprinted in this post.

Our civic engagement as people of faith can help ensure that everyone benefits from the good of government. Resources and ideas for this important non-partisan service by faith communities an election year are reprinted here by permission from the “Faith in Elections Playbook” of Interfaith America.

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!

Find out the result’s for Tuesday’s primary election! Learn which candidates will be facing off in November.

Get ready for the November election by researching the propositions that will be on ballot! Draft analyses are out now.

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.

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

NEW: We have gathered together resources for all of the major primary elections on 7/30! Get to know your candidates before voting day by exploring this page.

This single-session Bible study and discussion guide on Civic Engagement can be used by adults or older teens, as individuals or in small groups, for consideration of civic commitment as people of faith. Published June 2024, 3 pages.

New ELCA Advocacy Video Series: Why Does Voting Matter To You as a Person of Faith? As a part of the new ELCA Election Activator Network, ELCA Advocacy is releasing videos on voting and faith. This week, hear from Autumn about why voting matters to her faith.

Introducing #ELCAElectionActivator network, a monthly gathering for the mutual support and equipping of all Lutherans preparing to participate in the electoral process.

We are called to conversation and prayer around our role as U.S. residents and as people of faith in ensuring our election systems promote dignity and respect for all. Join our 2024 Election Protection Arizona efforts!

Yet another policy threatening to curtail early voting and ban voting centers is up for discussion! Join us in urging your legislators to vote against HCR2056.

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.

Find out about Lutherans Restoring Creation’s art contest for youth and young adults! Participants will have their art displayed at the Youth Gathering this summer.

Last Week, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest shared a webinar on the importance of voting. Check it out now!

LSS-SW shared a testimonial from one of their staff members on the importance of voting. Read Francisca’s story now!

Read about our success in opposing a harmful election-related bill! HB2547 failed its vote in the Senate, but we aren’t safe from this policy just yet.