A Letter on Abortion from Bishop Eaton
Dear Beloved in Christ, As most of you are well aware, many states have passed or are considering legislation to restrict access to legal abortion. Talking about abortion has never been easy in this country, and the same holds true in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The members of
Documentary “Emanuel” Screenings In Theaters Nationwide June 17 and 19
The documentary "Emanuel" will be screened in theaters nationwide June 17 and 19. It follows the journey of the Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Charleston, S.C., after the racially motivated shooting of nine members during a Bible study on June 17, 2015. The documentary features interviews with
Bishop Eaton Addresses Well-being of Children in Detention Centers
Children coming to our nation for safety and protection are still dying at our southern border while in U.S. detention. Carlos, a 16-year-old youth from Guatemala, died May 20 in the custody of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Wilmer, a 2-year-old, died May 14,
While Faith Leaders Call For End To Hate, Lawmakers Unveil Bills Meant to Address It
Leaders of diverse faith traditions were wrapping up a press conference in the state Capitol rotunda yesterday, calling for an end to hatred and violence, when lawmakers standing outside the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh announced a package of bills to address it. The Capitol event, organized by the
Bipartisan Bills Set 100% Renewable Energy Target for PA by 2050
Rep. Chris Rabb, D-Philadelphia, and Sen. Tom Killion, R-Delaware County, today announced the re-introduction of legislation supported by 88 Republican and Democratic legislators to require Pennsylvania to rely on renewable sources for 100 percent of its energy by 2050. “The vast majority of scientists agree: Climate change is real. And
Urge State Lawmakers to Support PA’s Major Anti-Hunger Programs
As the state budget process continues, please contact your state legislators and ask them to adequately support the State Food Purchase Program (SFPP) and the Pennsylvania Agricultural Surplus System (PASS). These programs remain two of the commonwealth’s most important tools in the fight against hunger and a lifeline for food
PA Lutherans Call On Congress to Act on Climate, Disaster Relief
On May 1, more than 80 ELCA bishops, ministry leaders, and advocates from Pennsylvania and across the nation visited their congressional offices, speaking about critical disaster recovery and environmental needs in our communities. "Attending the ELCA advocacy convening was a great experience for me," said Julia Menzo, Lutheran Disaster Response
An Easter message from Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton
In her Easter message, the Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), reminds us that Easter makes it possible, even at the grave, to sing alleluia. Click here to watch Bishop Eaton's Easter message or read her letter below. Getting a phone
ELCA Domestic Hunger Grant Applications Open April 15
The application window for 2020 ELCA World Hunger Domestic Hunger Grants will open April 15. Visit ELCA.org/domestichungergrants to learn more about the grants and how to apply. Organizations applying for an ELCA grant for the first time are invited to set up an account in ELCA GrantMaker in advance in
Take Action on General Assistance Now
The bill that would end General Assistance (GA) -- HB 33 -- was passed (March 25) by the PA House Health Committee and may move quickly to the House floor for a vote. Please reach out to your local PA House member or other legislators you have a relationship with
