Bishop Eaton Issues Statement on Our Calling to Care for Creation
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) members pray and care for God’s marvelous creation every day. We also join the global Christian community each Sept. 1 to Oct. 4 to mark the Season of Creation. This season starts with a World Day of Prayer for Care of Creation, an invitation
New State Hotline Connects Flood Victims to Lutheran Disaster Response
Pennsylvanians seeking assistance in the wake of this summer’s widespread flooding are connecting with Lutheran Disaster Response and other service agencies through a new hotline unveiled by Gov. Tom Wolf. “Disaster responding organizations like LDR-Eastern PA are grateful for Governor Wolf’s efforts to help those affected by recent flooding in
Air Pollution Report Underscores Need for Action
As the federal government considers weakening federal air quality and global warming emissions standards, air pollution remains a threat to public health in communities across Pennsylvania, according to a new national report. "This report shows that our communities – around our nation and right here in Pennsylvania -- are struggling
Energy Star Road Trip
Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are seeking sites to introduce the Energy Star program for houses of worship. The EPA Energy Star specialists are looking at doing a “road show” in September in several locations across the state to present information on the Energy Star resources they have
Hundreds Rally for Renewable Energy
Hundreds of Pennsylvanians gathered under murals depicting Pennsylvania’s industrial history in the Capitol to rally for a new vision for the Commonwealth powered by 100% renewable energy. The attendees were joined by businesses, religious leaders, local mayors, and nurses and doctors to advocate for bipartisan legislation awaiting action in the General Assembly
Bipartisan Renewable Energy Legislation Introduced
Just in time for Earth Day, Democratic and Republican legislators from across the Commonwealth and from both chambers of the General Assembly came together to introduce legislation to make Pennsylvania a leader in the effort to address climate change. Matching bills introduced by state Rep. Chris Rabb (Philadelphia) and state
Presiding Bishop Issues Earth Day Statement on Climate Change
As members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we share a deep love for all of God’s creation and a profound responsibility for it. Made in the image of God, we are called to continue what God is already doing for the earth (Psalm 104), enabling it to
PA Hunger Leaders Advocate in D.C.
Eleven World Hunger Leaders from across Pennsylvania, joined Tracey and Lynn, to participate in the ELCA World Hunger Leadership Gathering, January 21-24. More than 150 leaders from across the country gathered at Reformation Lutheran Church, Washington, D.C., focusing on the theme “Until All Are Fed”. All in attendance were equipped
DEP Hosting Eco-Justice Listening Posts
Here's an opportunity to speak up for those most affected by environmental degradation. The state Department of Environmental Protection is hosting a series of environmental justice listening sessions around the Commonwealth. LAMPa is encouraging advocates to attend and share their stories or accompany and support neighbors suffering from our neglect
PA Lutherans Participate in State of Appalachia Conference
ELCA Lutherans from across the Appalachian region participated in an ecumenical State of Appalachia Conference on March 31 – April 1, 2017, in Pipestem State Park, West Virginia. The conference "was an important gathering for public advocacy and service ministries in Appalachia," said the Rev. Dr. Gilson Waldkoenig, professor of
