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ELCA Advocacy Action Alert: Urge Congress to support migration and refugee programs
Ensuring that refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants have access to supportive services is essential for their successful integration and well-being. Several programs would help achieve greater efficiency in the immigration system, support immigrants and refugees, and address equity and fairness in immigration proceedings.
Bishop Eaton: Civic Engagement and Loving-Kindness
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.
Requesting your ballot by mail
Ballot by mail has been available in Arizona for over two decades and approximately 75% of Arizona voters already choose this method to vote. As such, the infrastructure and security are well in place.
Question: Is voting important to you?
Another new voter engagement video from LAMA! Filmed on location at the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering, people of faith share their thoughts on the question, “Is voting important to you?” Length 1:23.
Introducing LAMA’s 2024 Voter Guide
LAMA's 2024 Voter Guide briefly introduces the 13 statewide ballot measures that Arizona voters will consider this fall. Positions taken were based on LAMA's policy priorities and adopted by the LAMA Policy Committee on August 27, 2024.
Register to Vote!
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
Question: Does your faith influence your political opinion?
LAMA presents an exciting new voter engagement series! Filmed on location at the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering, people of faith share their thoughts on the question, “Does your faith influence your political opinion?” Length 1:41.
How to register to vote in Arizona
October 7 is the BIG CUTOFF DATE for registering to vote in Arizona general election. Check your registration status, check your friends and loved ones’ status, check, check, check!
ELCAvotes: Voter guidelines for people facing homelessness
Here are some helpful tips for congregations interested in expanding the vote for people struggling with housing security in our communities.
Addressing Polarization and Building Cohesion in Your Community
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.
Hunger Advocacy Fellowship: Autumn’s Year in Review
In her own words. Autumn Byars' Hunger Advocacy Fellowship has come to an end. Read the engaging, insightful recap of her transformational year here.
Sharing Trustworthy Information About Where and How to Vote
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.
September is Hunger Action Month!
Hunger Action Month is a 30-day event each year, where people just like you, join together in the mission to end hunger. It’s typically held in September and is fast growing as a national event.
LAMA Volunteers at the West Valley Lutheran Thrift Shop
A few weeks ago, LAMA joined the rest of the Office of the Bishop staff and volunteered at the West Valley Lutheran Thrift Shop in Sun City. Read more about our visit and this impressive ministry on the synod website!
Congressional Meetings Recap
Last week, LAMA had FOUR congressional meetings! Read about who we met with and what we talked about now.
Benevolence Grants Now Available!
Lord of Life Lutheran Church is granting funds of at least $10,000 to nonprofits doing amazing work. Submit an application for your ministry by 9/9!
Weigh In on LAMA’s 2025 Policy Priorities
It's nearly time for LAMA's Policy Council to identify our policy priorities for 2025. We want to hear from YOU! Take our one-question survey and let us know what you want LAMA to work on in the coming year.
2024 Manna Grants: Apply Now for Funding to Combat Hunger
The 2024 Manna Grant is open for proposals!With approximately $20,000 available, the grants support projects that alleviate hunger and address its root causes. Eligible congregations and ministries should apply by Sept 13, 2024.