2019 ELCA Advocacy Policy Priorities
God is calling us into the world to serve together. Shaped by the ELCA’s social teaching documents and experiences of its congregations, ministries and partners, the ELCA advocates to end world hunger and stands up for policies that create opportunities to overcome poverty, promote peace and dignity, and preserve God’s
Gov. Wolf Signs Executive Order To Reduce Carbon Pollution in PA
Gov. Tom Wolf announced that he has signed a new executive order establishing the first statewide goal to reduce carbon pollution in Pennsylvania, which is contributing to climate change. The executive order also establishes the GreenGov Council to boost green and sustainable practices in state government to help achieve the
LAMPa Policy Council Sets 2019 Priorities & Elects New Officers
The Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Pennsylvania (LAMPa) Policy Council met on December 6, 2018, to set their agenda priorities for the upcoming term of the Pennsylvania General Assembly. Following a thoughtful, engaging and lengthy conversation among those present the following priorities were identified: Hunger; Creation Care; Poverty; and the 2020
Enter the Cool Congregations Challenge for Chance to Win Money for Climate Adaptations
Has your congregation been busy this year finishing a solar project or an energy efficient lighting upgrade? Maybe you've installed a new HVAC system or windows? Does your green team have an organic garden or drought resistant landscaping project they'd like to show off? Now is the time to prepare
National, International Climate Reports Point to Increasing Urgency for Action
"Climate change creates new risks and exacerbates existing vulnerabilities in communities across the United States, presenting growing challenges to human health and safety, quality of life, and the rate of economic growth." That's according to the Fourth National Climate Assessment, released the day after Thanksgiving. Mandated by federal law in 1990 to,
PennEnvironment Releases New Consumer Energy Guide
PennEnvironment recently released a new consumer guide to help Pennsylvanians conserve energy and reduce wasted energy in their homes and businesses. There’s a lot that each of us can do to reduce energy use. Encourage your neighbors, family and friends to make changes as well. There are also things we can
Get Your “Light & Cool Harvest” and Low Carbon Thanksgiving Kits Today!
Learn how to get your "Light & Cool Harvest" and Low Carbon Thanksgiving Kit from the Interfaith Power and Light Organization. Harvest time is approaching, our tables are bountiful, and soon we will bring together our loved ones in celebration. Across faith traditions there is the history of welcoming friends,
Senate Poised to Vote on Harmful Environmental Rollbacks
"The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein." -- Psalm 24:1 The state Senate is expected to vote imminently on harmful environmental rollbacks. Your help is needed TODAY to oppose legislation that would turn back the clock on environmental protection. House Bill 2154
Farm Bill Update
Despite efforts by leadership in the House and Senate Agriculture committees, Congress failed to reauthorize the farm bill by the Sept. 30 deadline. With the prior law now expiring, dozens of programs will stop and many others placed on hold. Long-standing authorized programs such as crop insurance and SNAP will
Lutherans Share Their Voices for God’s Work. Our Hands Sunday
ELCA congregations across Pennsylvania shared their voices for God’s Work. Our Hands Sunday by addressing letters to legislators, federal and state, advocating on behalf of those whose voices may not always be heard. As a result of their thoughtful advocacy service, several hundred letters were shared with state and federal
