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Nonpartisan Talking Points for the Post-Election Period
Are you thinking about the messaging for election day and beyond, and wrestling with what is the right thing to say? These talking points Voting Rights Lab is a useful resource.
Breathe. Reset.
You’ve done your part. You voted. You made sure your voice was heard. You care about your democracy and it shows. Your action alert for today is to breathe. Pray for our nation. Pray for healing and hope, and rejoice in God’s goodness. Reflect on your many blessings.
Pledge to be a #FaithfulAZVoter
Have you taken the pledge and shared your voting commitments to reach out to family and friends and even your faith community?
Jesus and the election
“I think this is almost invariably (note the tiny escape clause) an accurate statement: Lutheran pastors do not tell parishioners how to vote. Not only is this technically illegal but also probably unwise.”
2020 Advent Resources from ELCA World Hunger
New for 2020! Advent Action Guide, Calendar, Study and Reproducible Stories for congregational use to plan educational and fundraising events at your congregation. From ELCA World Hunger.
Arizona the latest state to reconsider medicaid work requirements
Arizona is suspending its plan to take Medicaid coverage away from people who don’t meet work requirements, adding to the growing list of states making similar decisions. Other states with approved or pending work requirement waivers also should reconsider these harmful policies.
4 in 10 Children Live in a Household Struggling to Afford Basics
More than 4 in 10 children live in households that struggle to meet usual household expenses. … The figures underscore the need for policymakers to agree on a strong, bipartisan economic relief package.
The Freedom of a Christian 3-Seminar Series
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.
VOTE. Then track your ballot.
All about how and where to vote today, tomorrow, and all the way to Tuesday, November 3.
America’s electoral future: The coming generational transformation
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?
Register to Vote Extended Deadline
The last day to register to vote for the 2020 election is Friday, October 23.
Envisioning an Environmentally Just World: Virtual Town Hall with Ruth Ivory-Moore
Ruth Ivory-Moore explores racial inequities, social & economic conditions, incorporating ESG principles into policy, sustainability & faith.
Discipleship in a Democracy
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 Advocacy Resource from WELCA
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.
Government and Civic Engagement Social Message Congregational Study
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.
Phoenix Virtual CROPWalk for Hunger Awareness
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.
Press for American Dream and Promise Act
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.
LAMA Virtual Summit: We Come to the Hungry Feast
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.