Bishop Curry Issues Statement on Iran War
March 4, 2026 Dear siblings in Christ, They shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation; neither shall they learn war any more (Isaiah 2:4). In our Lenten journey, we are reminded of our dependence on God, and
FAITH + ELECTIONS A Source for Trustworthy Information
Misinformation and disinformation undermine not only confidence in elections, but also the trust needed to govern ourselves in a democracy. Knowing that spreading falsehoods can lead to very real harm to our neighbor, we should strive to be trustworthy in all that we share. At LAMPa, this is always our
ELCA Statement on EPA Decision to Rescind the Endangerment Finding
ELCA Statement on EPA Decision to Rescind the Endangerment Finding “The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) expresses profound concern and disappointment regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to rescind the endangerment finding on greenhouse gas emissions. This action undermines our collective responsibility to care for God’s creation
A Decade After Its Start, Ashes-to-Go a Welcomed and Meaningful Tradition
"Ashes-to-go at the Capitol is one of my favorite things of the year," said the Rev. Matthew Best, pastor at Christ Lutheran in Harrisburg and a former LAMPa Policy Chair. Beguan a decade ago to provide opportunity for individuals to receive prayers and the mark of ashes on their foreheads
Governor Releases 10-Year Housing Plan for Pennsylvania; Lawmakers Highlight Bipartisan Approaches
The ELCA social message on homelessness is clear: "Housing is a fundamental human right." Yet for hundreds of thousands of Americans, that right remains out of reach, and Pennsylvania is no exception. On Feb. 12, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced Pennsylvania’s first-ever comprehensive Housing Action Plan to address critical housing
PA Human Relations Commission Issues Fair Housing Report
“God heard the cry of a homeless people and delivered them out of oppression in Egypt. Jesus, “who [had] nowhere to lay his head” (Luke 9:58), ministered with compassion to the poor and vulnerable. In practicing hospitality, we are promised to encounter the living Lord: “I was a stranger and
Governor’s Budget Includes Increases for Schools, Replacing Federal Funding
On Feb. 3, Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled a $53.3 billion state budget proposal that would use emergency funds to boost basic and special education spending in identified underfunded public schools and to help Pennsylvanians affected by recent changes in federal Medicaid and nutrition programs. Check here to track and see
Prophets, Saints, and Kings
Resisting Christian Nationalism and Building the Beloved Community with King and Bonhoeffer Kindling Faith: Prophets, Saints, and Kings Event Recording – YouTube Download: Dr. Reggie Williams Presentation Slides Download: Dr. Stephen Haynes Presentation Slides Jan. 17 was a sobering and inspiring day of learning from MLK and Bonhoeffer to resist
Presiding Bishop Curry and Minnesota Synod Bishops Condemn Immigration Activity
Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry and ELCA synod bishops from Minnesota share a joint pastoral video message condemning aggressive immigration activity. The bishops acknowledge the uncertainty being experienced by many in Minnesota and in other parts of God’s kingdom, and they remind this church that in our lament we still hold fast to
LAMPa and Lutheran Partners Attend Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition Convening
Left to right: Cricket Hunter, Rev. Linda Theophilus, Daniella Garber, Pastor Jay Eckman On January 15–16, LAMPa and Lutheran partners joined the Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition (PIC) for its annual convening, hosted by Tree of Life Lutheran Church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The gathering brought together advocates, organizers, service providers,
