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2024 Advent Resources from ELCA World Hunger
New for 2024! Action Guide, Calendar, and Study for congregational use to plan educational and fundraising events at your congregation. From ELCA World Hunger.
ELCA Conference of Bishops emphasizes the need to speak the truth
The ELCA Conference of Bishops has issued a statement on the need to speak the truth. “We know that the power of truth is greater than the power of deceit,” the statement read, in part. Read more.
Question: What is your advice for someone who is on the fence about voting?
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, “What is your advice for someone who is on the fence about voting?” Length 1:21.
Track your ballot for peace of mind
Check the date your ballot was sent to you, the date the ballot was returned and received by the County Recorder, and whether your ballot was accepted and signature verified.
World Food Day Celebration with ELCA World Hunger
Download World Food Day promotional toolkit and Register today! Join ELCA World Hunger on October 15 for a celebration of World Food Day and the 50th anniversary of ELCA World Hunger!
Finish the ballot: How to decide which judges to vote for
Here's everything you need to know about judges in Arizona, including a 2024 judicial review. Know the facts, vote your values!
League of Women Voters 2024 Ballot Propositions
Ballot Prop resources from League of Women Voters. For each proposition, the document lays out the description, what a Yes vote means, what a No vote means, what those in favor say, what those opposed say, and the background, the provisions, and the fiscal analysis.
Act now: Farm Bill expires September 30!
The farm bill, our nation’s most important anti-hunger legislation, must be reauthorized every five years. It is unlikely Congress will pass a new farm bill before the current one expires on September 30. Urge your representative to pass a short-term extension of the farm bill by September 30 and a new farm bill before the end of the year.
Graceful Conversations: Building Arcs Across Divided Perspectives
Tired of anger and divisiveness? Want to foster unity and compassion in your faith community? This new resource is a 5-session workshop series to help faith communities talk openly about the issues facing our country and our Church.
The Peacemaker’s Toolkit
The Peacemaker’s Toolkit from Common Ground USA, the Multi-Faith Neighbors Network, and PERIL at American University includes a Reference Guide for Reconciliation in Your Community; a Starter Pack for beginners, and Practice Cards to to imbue peacemaking into daily life.
Question: How can people with differing opinions work together during election season?
Another new voter engagement video from LAMA! Filmed at the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering, people of faith share their thoughts on the question, “How can people with differing opinions work together during election season?” Length 1:46.
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.