LAMPa Releases 2025-2027 Policy Agenda
The PA General Assembly runs on a biennial basis. LAMPa's Policy Council sets a policy agenda before each session begins and revises as necessary midway through the term. Below are the policy priorities and issue areas LAMPa will be focused on in as we begin this session. Other priorities
A Message from Bishop Eaton on the California Wildfires
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.” (Isaiah 43:2). Dear church, The images of leaping flames, smoke-choked skies, and the
Presiding Bishop Eaton Issues Pastoral Message on Syria
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness — on them light has shined.” —Isaiah 9:2 Dear friends in Christ, Last week, much of the world was surprised to hear that the people of Syria were awaking to
Bishop Eaton Issues Message on War on Gaza
June 5, 2024 Dear church, For eight horrific months war has raged in Gaza. Thousands of people have died, and thousands more are suffering. In recent days we have seen unspeakable images of violence in Rafah and escalating violence in the West Bank. Like the prophet Isaiah, we lament, “How
Lutheran Disaster Response Training and Engagement for Winter and Spring 2024
Join trainings and other opportunities for engagement with Lutheran Disaster Response (LDR). From comprehensive disaster preparedness courses to specialized training in recovery, volunteer management, and rebuild operations, the opportunities in this catalog strive to foster a culture of preparedness and strengthen the collective ability of communities to mitigate the
