According to Martin Luther, The Freedom of a Christian “contains a summary of the whole Christian life.” Its main point is that only faith can make us free in such a way that we can give ourselves in loving and joyful service to our neighbors, whoever they may be, without seeking anything in return other than to praise God.

All about how and where to vote today, tomorrow, and all the way to Tuesday, November 3.

One common narrative about American voters is that they are liberal and Democratic leaning in their youth and grow more conservative and Republican leaning as they age … that certain types of life events like home ownership, marriage, and raising children lead people to become more conservative … as they age. Is this true?

The last day to register to vote for the 2020 election is Friday, October 23.

Ruth Ivory-Moore explores racial inequities, social & economic conditions, incorporating ESG principles into policy, sustainability & faith.

Seldom has a presidential campaign generated such intense feeling and heated rhetoric as the one currently nearing its conclusion. There are growing fears that, whoever wins, the outcome will further divide our nation and cause even more intense conflict within families and churches.

Called to be Political explores the Christian call and responsibility of civic engagement. This updated and refreshed version of the Women of the ELCA’s popular resource includes the reflection of four Lutheran women on faith and politics.

The Discipleship in a Democracy social message explores how government is a gift from God that can also be abused and misused. It also delves into how we can view civic engagement as Lutherans. A Study Guide and a Leader's Guide for those facilitating groups is now available. Spanish translation also available.

This year's Phoenix CROP Hunger Walk is Virtual! CROPWalk is raising funds and awareness of local and global hunger with 25% of funds going to the HART Pantry in Peoria. Walk on your own, with a friend or family member, or ‘virtually’ to help end hunger, both globally and here at home.

As a citizen and person of faith, ask your Senator support H.R.6, the American Dream and Promise Act. Move TPS, DED and DACA recipients from limbo with clarified path to citizenship.

First state-wide gathering for LAMA advocates and friends to connect! Presenters Dr. Ryan P. Cumming (ELCA World Hunger) and Ms. Angie Rogers (Arizona Food Bank Network) discuss food insecurity and poverty and what we can do to help.

Rev. Eugene Cho, President and CEO of the nonpartisan Christian advocacy organization, Bread for the World, address hunger & poverty in the Southwest United States.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s release yesterday of a revised package to address the virus and economic slump is an important and hopeful step. While the new package scales back the House-passed Heroes bill from $3.4 trillion to $2.2 trillion, it does so in sound ways. — Robert Greenstein, CBPP

National Prayer Vigil TODAY (Tuesday, September 29) for Covid Relief for Families. Lutherans join partners in faith at 1:00p (4:00 EST) in prayer.

A new Voting Study Resource for congregations by Rev. Mark Holman, Bishop’s Associate for Mobility and Leadership, for the Grand Canyon Synod.

Potentially tens of millions of workers will lose all unemployment benefits by December. This is The COVID-19 Daily Report for September 24, 2020.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) provides $1 million in support for Respecting the Circle of Life and EMPWR (Educate, Motivate, Protect, Wellness and Respect) programs.