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SUMMARY:Stories of regrowth & resilience
DESCRIPTION:Stories of Regrowth and Resilience! 4pm AK/5pm PST/ 6pm MT/ 7pm CT/ 8pm ET Hear from Christ the King Lutheran Church who experienced a resurgence of vitality in their church after a bold public witness to the importance of Earth Care. Learn more about their monarch fest\, church “permaculture” food forest\, and share stories together.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/stories-of-regrowth-resilience/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education,Environment
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SUMMARY:Changing by Choice
DESCRIPTION:If we know what we need to do\, why do we fail to do it? \nThis study invites us to apply this age-old question of faith to the problem of climate change. The study features videos recorded at the global climate negotiations in November 2025 and introduces the Global Ethical Stocktake\, a discussion framework developed in 2025 to guide a global conversation on the ethics of climate change. With grace and urgency\, this study will open space to ask hard questions and gain insights into the issue of climate change—and our responsibilities to each other. \nChanging by Choice considers climate change as it intersects with other core concerns for faith communities\, including hunger; migration; disaster response; and violent conflict. And\, using the Global Ethical Stocktake framework\, it brings your group into conversation with people in local communities around the world. \nJoin the discussion by registering on eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979825213509.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/changing-by-choice/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education,Environment
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SUMMARY:Countering Christian Nationalism in Pennsylvania: Faith in the Commonwealth for the Common Good
DESCRIPTION:Christian Nationalism is on the rise—especially in Pennsylvania—threatening the heart of our faith and democracy. This retreat invites ELCA candidates for ministry and rostered leaders into a sacred space for truth-telling\, healing\, and hope. Together\, we’ll explore how Christian Nationalism distorts the gospel\, divides communities\, and shows up in our local context—and how we can respond with love\, justice\, and public witness for the good of all. \nSponsored by the Allegheny Synod and Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Pennsylvania (LAMPa). \nIn partnership with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC). \nRegister here! \n  \nPricing: \nSingle Occupancy: $350 \nIncludes dinner on Tuesday through lunch on Thursday\, and single occupancy accommodations at Sequanota’s Bowersox center. \nDouble Occupancy: $250 \nIncludes dinner on Tuesday through lunch on Thursday\, and double occupancy accommodations at Sequanota’s Bowersox center. You can indicate preferred roommate at registration\, or one will be assigned. \nCommuter Rate: $185 \nIncludes dinner on Tuesday through lunch on Thursday. \n  \nThanks to regular Mission Support\, the Allegheny Synod Leadership Support Fund is providing discounts for their rostered leaders and candidates who attend this event. Use these promocodes when you register: \nFor all Allegheny Synod Rostered Leaders\, use ALLEGHENYROSTER for $50 off. \nFor Allegheny Synod First Call Rostered Leaders (in the first three years of ordination)\, use ALLEGHENYFIRSTCALL for $100 off. \nFor seminarians and candidates in candidacy through the Allegheny Synod\, use ALLEGHENYCANDIDATE for $150 off. \nThe promocodes should be entered on the first page of registration. It is a small bullet point on the right-hand side of the screen. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/countering-christian-nationalism-in-pennsylvania-faith-in-the-commonwealth-for-the-common-good/
LOCATION:Camp Sequanota\, 368 Sequanota Rd.\, Boswell\, PA\, 15531\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addressing Christian Nationalism,Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event,Racial Justice,Social Justice,Violence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T193000
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SUMMARY:Faithful Resilience
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/faithful-resilience/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T202202Z
UID:14164-1761609600-1761695999@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Deadline to Request Mail-In Ballot
DESCRIPTION:Request your Mail-In Ballot for the November 4 Municipal Election BY 5pm on Tuesday\, October 28\, 2025. \nMail-in and Absentee Ballot | Voting & Election Information | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/deadline-to-request-mail-in-ballot/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Elections,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T190000
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CREATED:20250827T151928Z
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SUMMARY:Ecology of Grace Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Every time we encounter the news here and around the world\, we are no longer able to avoid what seems like an onslaught of alerts about the state of our world amidst storms and floods\, fires\, and drought as levels and frequencies almost too much to bear. And yet\, as Robin Wall Kimmerer writes in The Serviceberry\, An Economy of Abundance\, “All flourishing is mutual.” \nHow do we live faithfully now? As a companion to our September worship centered upon the “Season of Creation\,” we are delving into how we relate to one another and our surroundings. In the field of biology this practice is the study of ecology. As people of faith how do we approach relating to one another and our world? Our ecology is grounded in grace. \nWe proclaim grace to be God’s gift and love for humanity. It shows up as mercy and forgiveness and love that we receive even when we don’t deserve it. It shows up as making spaces and people whole and holy. It shows up as new life and regeneration in spite of past lives and generations. It shows up as peace and not the constant clashing of wills. \nAnd it always shows up as a reminder that God will never call us disposable. We who are given this gift can then practice reflecting it in the world for the sake of the world. \nJoin five weeks of wisdom and insight on what an “Ecology of Grace” can look like and mean from a variety of perspectives:\nSeptember 10th – Rev. Dr Gil Waldkoenig\, United Lutheran Seminary\nSeptember 17th – Rev Dr. Chad Rimmer\, Dean and Rector\, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary\nSeptember 24th – Dr. Casey Sclar\, The Arboretum at Penn State\nOctober 1st – Dr. Charlie Vasey\, Penn State on building sustainable bio-economies\nOctober 8th – Lutheran Advocacy Ministry and closing Blessing of Creation \nEach week begins promptly at 6:15 pm and ends at 7 pm. \nAttend LIVE in the sanctuary at Grace Lutheran Church\,\n205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA \nAttend LIVESTREAMED at: https://tinyurl.com/EcologyofGrace \nPost- session video will be available on our YouTube Channel:\nGrace Lutheran State College\, PA\nEmail pastorhetrick@glcpa.org with any questions \nJesus commands us to “love our neighbors as ourselves.” (Mark 12:31). Grace is a place for every body – all ages and stages; races and ethnicities; all sexual orientations\, gender identities\, and gender expressions; those living with neurodiversity\, disabilities and those who currently are not. As a community guided by the call of Jesus\, we are committed to growing in anti
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ecology-of-grace-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, State College\, 205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250630T135055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T135055Z
UID:14094-1759568400-1759586400@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:SEPA Synod - In God's Image
DESCRIPTION:A day celebrating the ways in which congregations and communities that welcome all beloved who are made in God’s image.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/sepa-synod-in-gods-image/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran\, Lansdale\, 1000 W Main St.\, Lansdale\, PA\, 19446\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event,LGBTQ+,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T151929Z
UID:14166-1757528100-1757530800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Ecology of Grace Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Every time we encounter the news here and around the world\, we are no longer able to avoid what seems like an onslaught of alerts about the state of our world amidst storms and floods\, fires\, and drought as levels and frequencies almost too much to bear. And yet\, as Robin Wall Kimmerer writes in The Serviceberry\, An Economy of Abundance\, “All flourishing is mutual.” \nHow do we live faithfully now? As a companion to our September worship centered upon the “Season of Creation\,” we are delving into how we relate to one another and our surroundings. In the field of biology this practice is the study of ecology. As people of faith how do we approach relating to one another and our world? Our ecology is grounded in grace. \nWe proclaim grace to be God’s gift and love for humanity. It shows up as mercy and forgiveness and love that we receive even when we don’t deserve it. It shows up as making spaces and people whole and holy. It shows up as new life and regeneration in spite of past lives and generations. It shows up as peace and not the constant clashing of wills. \nAnd it always shows up as a reminder that God will never call us disposable. We who are given this gift can then practice reflecting it in the world for the sake of the world. \nJoin five weeks of wisdom and insight on what an “Ecology of Grace” can look like and mean from a variety of perspectives:\nSeptember 10th – Rev. Dr Gil Waldkoenig\, United Lutheran Seminary\nSeptember 17th – Rev Dr. Chad Rimmer\, Dean and Rector\, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary\nSeptember 24th – Dr. Casey Sclar\, The Arboretum at Penn State\nOctober 1st – Dr. Charlie Vasey\, Penn State on building sustainable bio-economies\nOctober 8th – Lutheran Advocacy Ministry and closing Blessing of Creation \nEach week begins promptly at 6:15 pm and ends at 7 pm. \nAttend LIVE in the sanctuary at Grace Lutheran Church\,\n205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA \nAttend LIVESTREAMED at: https://tinyurl.com/EcologyofGrace \nPost- session video will be available on our YouTube Channel:\nGrace Lutheran State College\, PA\nEmail pastorhetrick@glcpa.org with any questions \nJesus commands us to “love our neighbors as ourselves.” (Mark 12:31). Grace is a place for every body – all ages and stages; races and ethnicities; all sexual orientations\, gender identities\, and gender expressions; those living with neurodiversity\, disabilities and those who currently are not. As a community guided by the call of Jesus\, we are committed to growing in anti
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ecology-of-grace-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, State College\, 205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250827T151928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T151929Z
UID:14166-1757528100-1757530800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Ecology of Grace Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Every time we encounter the news here and around the world\, we are no longer able to avoid what seems like an onslaught of alerts about the state of our world amidst storms and floods\, fires\, and drought as levels and frequencies almost too much to bear. And yet\, as Robin Wall Kimmerer writes in The Serviceberry\, An Economy of Abundance\, “All flourishing is mutual.” \nHow do we live faithfully now? As a companion to our September worship centered upon the “Season of Creation\,” we are delving into how we relate to one another and our surroundings. In the field of biology this practice is the study of ecology. As people of faith how do we approach relating to one another and our world? Our ecology is grounded in grace. \nWe proclaim grace to be God’s gift and love for humanity. It shows up as mercy and forgiveness and love that we receive even when we don’t deserve it. It shows up as making spaces and people whole and holy. It shows up as new life and regeneration in spite of past lives and generations. It shows up as peace and not the constant clashing of wills. \nAnd it always shows up as a reminder that God will never call us disposable. We who are given this gift can then practice reflecting it in the world for the sake of the world. \nJoin five weeks of wisdom and insight on what an “Ecology of Grace” can look like and mean from a variety of perspectives:\nSeptember 10th – Rev. Dr Gil Waldkoenig\, United Lutheran Seminary\nSeptember 17th – Rev Dr. Chad Rimmer\, Dean and Rector\, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary\nSeptember 24th – Dr. Casey Sclar\, The Arboretum at Penn State\nOctober 1st – Dr. Charlie Vasey\, Penn State on building sustainable bio-economies\nOctober 8th – Lutheran Advocacy Ministry and closing Blessing of Creation \nEach week begins promptly at 6:15 pm and ends at 7 pm. \nAttend LIVE in the sanctuary at Grace Lutheran Church\,\n205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA \nAttend LIVESTREAMED at: https://tinyurl.com/EcologyofGrace \nPost- session video will be available on our YouTube Channel:\nGrace Lutheran State College\, PA\nEmail pastorhetrick@glcpa.org with any questions \nJesus commands us to “love our neighbors as ourselves.” (Mark 12:31). Grace is a place for every body – all ages and stages; races and ethnicities; all sexual orientations\, gender identities\, and gender expressions; those living with neurodiversity\, disabilities and those who currently are not. As a community guided by the call of Jesus\, we are committed to growing in anti
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ecology-of-grace-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, State College\, 205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250827T151928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T151929Z
UID:14166-1757528100-1757530800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Ecology of Grace Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Every time we encounter the news here and around the world\, we are no longer able to avoid what seems like an onslaught of alerts about the state of our world amidst storms and floods\, fires\, and drought as levels and frequencies almost too much to bear. And yet\, as Robin Wall Kimmerer writes in The Serviceberry\, An Economy of Abundance\, “All flourishing is mutual.” \nHow do we live faithfully now? As a companion to our September worship centered upon the “Season of Creation\,” we are delving into how we relate to one another and our surroundings. In the field of biology this practice is the study of ecology. As people of faith how do we approach relating to one another and our world? Our ecology is grounded in grace. \nWe proclaim grace to be God’s gift and love for humanity. It shows up as mercy and forgiveness and love that we receive even when we don’t deserve it. It shows up as making spaces and people whole and holy. It shows up as new life and regeneration in spite of past lives and generations. It shows up as peace and not the constant clashing of wills. \nAnd it always shows up as a reminder that God will never call us disposable. We who are given this gift can then practice reflecting it in the world for the sake of the world. \nJoin five weeks of wisdom and insight on what an “Ecology of Grace” can look like and mean from a variety of perspectives:\nSeptember 10th – Rev. Dr Gil Waldkoenig\, United Lutheran Seminary\nSeptember 17th – Rev Dr. Chad Rimmer\, Dean and Rector\, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary\nSeptember 24th – Dr. Casey Sclar\, The Arboretum at Penn State\nOctober 1st – Dr. Charlie Vasey\, Penn State on building sustainable bio-economies\nOctober 8th – Lutheran Advocacy Ministry and closing Blessing of Creation \nEach week begins promptly at 6:15 pm and ends at 7 pm. \nAttend LIVE in the sanctuary at Grace Lutheran Church\,\n205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA \nAttend LIVESTREAMED at: https://tinyurl.com/EcologyofGrace \nPost- session video will be available on our YouTube Channel:\nGrace Lutheran State College\, PA\nEmail pastorhetrick@glcpa.org with any questions \nJesus commands us to “love our neighbors as ourselves.” (Mark 12:31). Grace is a place for every body – all ages and stages; races and ethnicities; all sexual orientations\, gender identities\, and gender expressions; those living with neurodiversity\, disabilities and those who currently are not. As a community guided by the call of Jesus\, we are committed to growing in anti
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ecology-of-grace-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, State College\, 205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T174559Z
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SUMMARY:Gathering at the Gate
DESCRIPTION:See below for information on a grassroots movement and advocacy opportunity happening in Washington\, D.C. on September 16-17. Gathering at the Gate is not officially sponsored by the ELCA and LAMPa\, though the advocacy portions will be informed by ELCA Advocacy and Witness in Society staff. \nWe offer this invitation to you who want to respond to the call of Amos 5:15 to “hate evil\, love good\, and establish justice in the gate.” There are virtual options available\, in addition to the in-person gathering. Registration closes September 1. \nAn Invitation to Make A Strong Impact\n2025 has seen relentless attacks on civil rights\, equal rights\, refugee resettlement\, and support for the most vulnerable globally and nationally. People of faith are sensing a call to embody the call of Amos – Hate Evil\, and love good\, and establish justice in the gate (5:15). As Lutheran leaders—bishops\, pastors\, deacons\, and faith leaders—please join us to gather as a public witness to God’s justice and mercy. Together\, we pray to gather 500+ leaders to stand at the “gate” of Washington\, D.C.\, where harmful decisions are made that shape the lives of immigrants and refugees\, LGBTQIA+ people\, and all those who are pushed to the margins\, and are being erased in front of our eyes. This gathering will root and connect us together as we journey forward in our work together. \nWhy We Gather \nWe are Lutheran Christians—rostered and lay—gathering in a time of growing injustice against refugees\, immigrants\, 2SLGBTQIA+ people\, those experiencing poverty\, and many pushed to the margins and harmed by unjust systems. We are compelled by our faith to proclaim good news and act with courage. Rooted in Amos’ call to justice\, we gather not only to pray\, but to build relational power and pursue sustained change. \nThis is more than a two-day event in our hearts and minds. It’s a faithful step into a sustained movement over multiple years—deepening relationships\, naming what is broken\, and discerning a shared call to action. \nWhat Guides Us \nWe are: \nWITH those who suffer violence\, exclusion\, or erasure and organizations that advocate and work on their behalf. \nAGAINST systems and rhetoric that deny dignity. \nCOMMITTED to sustained empowerment\, advocacy\, and organizing beyond this moment.​ \nCALLED to act from our Christian Lutheran commitments to justice\, accountability\, and mercy. \nWhat Gathering at the Gate Is \nThis is a grassroots movement\, and we pray only a starting point. We are working to create the capacity for leaders to show up\, listen deeply\, and speak clearly. We gather to root ourselves in faith\, amplify marginalized voices\, and build trust that can carry lasting work forward. We gather as Lutherans\, friends\, and neighbors with and for the whole church and world. \n“Be merciful\, just as your God is merciful.” – Luke 6:36 \n  \nLearn more and register. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/gathering-at-the-gate/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event,Racial Justice,Social Justice,Vigil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250714T160433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T160433Z
UID:14110-1757808000-1757894399@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Liberty Lutheran: God's Work. Our Hands. Disaster Relief
DESCRIPTION:https://libertylutheran.org/liberty-life-services/disaster-response/gods-work-our-hands/
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/liberty-lutheran-gods-work-our-hands-disaster-relief/
LOCATION:The Lutheran Center – NEPA\, 2354 Grove Road\, Allentown\, PA\, 18109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Disaster Response,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T190000
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UID:14166-1757528100-1757530800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Ecology of Grace Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Every time we encounter the news here and around the world\, we are no longer able to avoid what seems like an onslaught of alerts about the state of our world amidst storms and floods\, fires\, and drought as levels and frequencies almost too much to bear. And yet\, as Robin Wall Kimmerer writes in The Serviceberry\, An Economy of Abundance\, “All flourishing is mutual.” \nHow do we live faithfully now? As a companion to our September worship centered upon the “Season of Creation\,” we are delving into how we relate to one another and our surroundings. In the field of biology this practice is the study of ecology. As people of faith how do we approach relating to one another and our world? Our ecology is grounded in grace. \nWe proclaim grace to be God’s gift and love for humanity. It shows up as mercy and forgiveness and love that we receive even when we don’t deserve it. It shows up as making spaces and people whole and holy. It shows up as new life and regeneration in spite of past lives and generations. It shows up as peace and not the constant clashing of wills. \nAnd it always shows up as a reminder that God will never call us disposable. We who are given this gift can then practice reflecting it in the world for the sake of the world. \nJoin five weeks of wisdom and insight on what an “Ecology of Grace” can look like and mean from a variety of perspectives:\nSeptember 10th – Rev. Dr Gil Waldkoenig\, United Lutheran Seminary\nSeptember 17th – Rev Dr. Chad Rimmer\, Dean and Rector\, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary\nSeptember 24th – Dr. Casey Sclar\, The Arboretum at Penn State\nOctober 1st – Dr. Charlie Vasey\, Penn State on building sustainable bio-economies\nOctober 8th – Lutheran Advocacy Ministry and closing Blessing of Creation \nEach week begins promptly at 6:15 pm and ends at 7 pm. \nAttend LIVE in the sanctuary at Grace Lutheran Church\,\n205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA \nAttend LIVESTREAMED at: https://tinyurl.com/EcologyofGrace \nPost- session video will be available on our YouTube Channel:\nGrace Lutheran State College\, PA\nEmail pastorhetrick@glcpa.org with any questions \nJesus commands us to “love our neighbors as ourselves.” (Mark 12:31). Grace is a place for every body – all ages and stages; races and ethnicities; all sexual orientations\, gender identities\, and gender expressions; those living with neurodiversity\, disabilities and those who currently are not. As a community guided by the call of Jesus\, we are committed to growing in anti
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ecology-of-grace-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, State College\, 205 S Garner Street\, State College\, PA
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250630T150059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T150059Z
UID:14098-1757232000-1757264400@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:God's Work. Our Hands. Our Voices.
DESCRIPTION:“God’s work. Our hands.” is Sept. 7\, 2025!\nThis day is an opportunity to celebrate who we are as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America — one church\, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. \nService activities offer an opportunity for us to explore one of our most basic convictions as Lutherans: that all of life in Jesus Christ – every act of service\, in every daily calling\, in every corner of life — flows freely from a living\, daring confidence in God’s grace. \nAdd “Our Voices” to your day of service with an advocacy component. LAMPa staff is happy to help consult and help you choose an advocacy action to best complement your project! Just email us at LAMPa@LutheranAdvocacyPa.org with “GWOH” in the subject line!
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/gods-work-our-hands-our-voices/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250723T204712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T204712Z
UID:14124-1755777600-1755781200@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join policy experts and experienced advocates to learn about what is happening in federal immigration policy and enforcement. Find out how you can take action to stand with our immigrant neighbors as people of faith. \nGuest Speaker: Kate Parsons\, ELCA Advocacy Migration Policy Consultant \n  \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/hvnXCpGzSIWIuMkIJghnGA
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/immigration-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event,Immigration,Refugees,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250723T204406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T204406Z
UID:14123-1755691200-1755694800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:In God's Image Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join policy experts and experienced advocates to learn about human and civil rights policies happening at the federal and state level. Come hear ways we can be good allies for the diversity of God’s beloved. \nGuest Speaker: Antoine Cummins\, ELCA Advocacy Program Director for Civil Rights Policy \n  \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/v6EIG-9kSwaM9fHGPa9Bfw
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/in-gods-image-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event,LGBTQ+,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250728T154916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T160656Z
UID:14129-1755633600-1755637200@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Lutherans Restoring Creation - August Connections Call
DESCRIPTION:Does it feel like “there are too many things to care about” right now? \nThose with power try to divide and conquer\, making us fight for time\, attention and resources for “our” social justice issue against “other” social justice issues. But it’s a made up fight. We get stronger together! \nThis call will integrate a Lutherans Restoring Creation “Connection Call” with ELCA World Hunger leaders\, some of whom are gathering soon to revitalize their efforts to “do justice\, love kindness\, and [move] humbly with our God.” (Micah 6:8) We’ll meet people who work for justice across multiple sectors and manifestations: migrant\, economic\, racial\, gender or environmental (MERGE). We’ll ask each other what we’re seeing in our communities and how we can work together for a world aligned with God’s just\, kind vision. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/lutherans-restoring-creation-august-connections-call-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Hunger,Sustainable Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250731T134023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T134023Z
UID:14140-1755106200-1755111600@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Why Courts Matter: Diving into How Our Judicial System Helps to Protect Our Environment
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania State Courts play a crucial role as the final arbiters of state law and our constitution\, often having the final say on state election issues\, environmental rules\, and ensuring equal treatment and justice for all. Yet\, many of us don’t know exactly how Pennsylvania’s judicial system works or how judges are elected in the Commonwealth. \nJoin us for an informative and engaging event designed for everyday residents who want to better understand our courts and how judicial elections shape our communities – and how the court system can be a tool for environmental protection and holding polluters accountable. Learn how you can make informed choices at the ballot box. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n✅ How Pennsylvania’s court system works and why it matters to you\n✅ The ways our court systems can hold polluters accountable and protect our environment\n✅ The process of electing and retaining judges in Pennsylvania\n✅ How to research judicial candidates and make informed voting decisions \nFind out more and register here.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/why-courts-matter-diving-into-how-our-judicial-system-helps-to-protect-our-environment/
LOCATION:Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Carrick\, 1811 Brownsville Rd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Climate,Elections,Environment,Homepage Event,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250723T202715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T202715Z
UID:14122-1755086400-1755090000@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Hunger AND Creation Care Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Gather virtually with policy experts and experienced advocates as we prepare for the Fall in Congress – especially focused on the long-awaited Farm Bill. We’ll discuss implications for hunger and climate policy\, and ways to take action as people of faith. \nGuest Speakers: Andrew Fuller\, ELCA Advocacy Program Director for Economic Policy \nChristine Moffett\, ELCA Advocacy Program Director for Environment and Energy Policy \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tckBnSSDSXitwyF8467dgQ
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/hunger-and-creation-care-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Climate,Homepage Event,Hunger,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250723T150512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T202314Z
UID:14118-1754481600-1754485200@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Housing Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join our network of housing advocates to hear about upcoming national policies that will affect housing and homelessness. \nGuest speaker: Andrew Fuller\, ELCA Program Director for Economic Policy \nRegister at: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Z2dnGDkZTYue0GDwtp6XZQ
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/housing-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homelessness,Homepage Event,Housing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250522T185449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T185449Z
UID:14020-1750161600-1750165200@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Protecting Homeowners in Manufactured Home Communities
DESCRIPTION:Register Today \nManufactured home communities (MHCs) are one of the few opportunities for affordable living in many rural communities. But in recent years\, that affordability has been threatened by the growing trend of acquisitions by private equity firms and other institutional investors who prioritize quick profit over habitability. \nCome learn about a coalition of MHC residents working to protect MHC homeowners and keeping manufactured home communities stable for generations to come. \nWhen: Tuesday\, June 17th from 12 PM – 1 PM (EDT) \nPresenters:\n• Bob Besecker\, Coalition of Manufactured Home Communities – A view from within\n• Kevin Quisenberery\, Community Justice Project – The private equity model and the limitations of current state law\n• Cindy Daley\, Regional Housing Legal Services – A Legislative Solution \nRegistration will close at 11:00 AM – 1 hour prior to the webinar start time \nYou will receive the link and call in information from the Housing Alliance 1 hour prior to the webinar \n**Pricing**\nFree for Members\n$25 for Non-Members\nEmail info@housingalliancepa.org to verify your membership \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/webinar-protecting-homeowners-in-manufactured-home-communities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homelessness,Homepage Event,Housing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250609T152422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T152422Z
UID:14076-1749456000-1749488400@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom\, a time to gather in community and commemorate the official\, announced end of slavery in the U.S.\, even if the history of oppression\, racism\, and anti-Black violence that characterized it are still part of our story in church and in the United States.  \nAs ELCA Lutherans set free in Christ to seek community and to seek justice\, it is our duty to act against present injustices\, speak to our shared witness of Christ and of injustice in this world\, and join in the celebration of freedom that is Juneteenth.  \nRead an ELCA blog post from our ELCA Racial Justice Ministries director on reckoning with the legacy of slavery while moving forward here.  \nA Living Lutheran article on Juneteenth\, freedom\, and our common humanity\, written by an ELCA pastor\, is available here.  \nELCA worship resources for Juneteenth can be found here.  \nLAMPa is happy to accompany ELCA communities in the pursuit of justice and to connect them with resources for advocacy. Let us know what you are doing for Juneteenth and how we can support you by sending us an email at LAMPa@lutheranadvocacypa.org. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/juneteenth/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250606
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250522T184507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T185527Z
UID:14018-1749081600-1749167999@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:PA Citizen Climate Action Virtual Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:Join LAMPa\, PennEnvironment and hundreds of concerned Pennsylvanians on Thursday\, June 5 for Pennsylvania’s largest annual citizen lobby day for climate action — virtually! You’ll join like-minded Pennsylvanians from every corner of the state who want our elected officials to implement climate solutions. \nWith the attacks on our environment taking place in Washington\, D.C.\, it’s more important than ever to meet with our local elected officials and let them know we need their leadership at the state level to promote clean renewable energy and fight climate change. \nPennEnvironment’s staff will schedule 1-2 virtual meetings with your elected officials\, where you’ll be joined in the meetings by PennEnvironment’s expert advocates and other concerned citizens from your community\, which take 30 minutes each on average. We’ll discuss important pending policies to promote renewable energy to help tackle climate change\, and you’ll get the chance to share why climate action is important to you. We’ll also hold a virtual rally and online actions that you can participate in throughout the day. \nSign Up here with LAMPa\, and we’ll connect you!
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/pa-citizen-climate-action-virtual-lobby-day/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Sustainable Agriculture,Water Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20241018T161529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T134003Z
UID:13769-1747123200-1747155600@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Lutheran Day in the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Lutheran Day in the Capitol! \nFind out more here. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/lutheran-day-in-the-capitol-3/
LOCATION:Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church\, Camp Hill\, 2000 Chestnut St.\, Camp Hill\, PA\, 17011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250108T193616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T193616Z
UID:13865-1745416800-1745420400@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:LDR:  Belonging without Othering
DESCRIPTION:1 hours | Online via Zoom \nFacilitator: Sarah Loose \nThe problem of “othering” is dividing our communities\, thwarting disaster recovery efforts\, and impeding efforts to build resilient communities for the future. In this Partner Spotlight\, Sarah Loose from the Oregon Synod will introduce the framework of Belonging without Othering; share one story of how the Synod’s Disaster & Climate Resilience Team is putting it into practice building solidarity across differences of race\, class\, and religion between farmworkers and faith communities; and support participants in exploring potential applications for their own contexts. The Belonging without Othering framework is from the Othering and Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley. \nRegister through Lutheran Disaster Response’s online portal.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ldr-belonging-without-othering/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250108T193254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T193254Z
UID:13864-1744880400-1744884000@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Eastern Region Community of Practice Discussion
DESCRIPTION:1 hour | Online via Zoom\nThis is a recurring\, quarterly online gathering \nJoin Lutheran Disaster Response’s Eastern Region Community of Practice Discussion to network with peers and colleagues. During this call\, we’ll be discussing the 2025 Community of Practice Gathering\, and collecting your thoughts and ideas on the type of content you would like to see and experience at the gathering. \nRegister with LDR’s online portal.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/eastern-region-community-of-practice-discussion/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Climate,Disaster Response,Environment,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250108T192442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T192442Z
UID:13862-1742479200-1742482800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:LDR: The Intersections of Climate Justice and MMIW
DESCRIPTION:1 hour | Online via Zoom \nSpecial Guest: Justice Nichols and Brenda Blackhawk \nJoin special guest Justice Nichols\, Program Coordinator for Indigenous Ministries and Tribal Relations for the ELCA\, and Brenda Blackhawk\, Director of Communications at Central Lutheran Church\, for an overview of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women\, (MMIW) Sub-Task force\, the work being done to highlight advocacy efforts and what implementing educational materials can do. Nichols will discuss the importance of creating pathways for congregations and organizations to connect with local indigenous communities and equip them to help in response to MMIW in their communities. \nRegister through Lutheran Disaster Response’s online portal.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ldr-the-intersections-of-climate-justice-and-mmiw/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Disaster Response,Environment,Homepage Event,Racial Justice,Social Justice,Sustainable Agriculture,Violence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250108T191910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T191910Z
UID:13861-1742396400-1742400000@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:LDR Connections to Synods and Congregations
DESCRIPTION:2 hours | Online via Zoom \nFacilitator: Sean Coffman\, Lutheran Disaster Response \nLDR Connection to Synods and Congregations is designed to help Synods and Congregations understand the different ways to be involved in disaster response. The course identifies the different phases of a disaster and examines disaster’s broader definition\, from weather-related events to care for the creation\, school shootings\, and water crises. The course also covers the importance of volunteers. It prepares participants with an overview of forms\, processes\, orientation\, and ways to best utilize volunteers in the ways your Synod/Congregation may want to become involved with Lutheran Disaster Response. \nRegister through LDR’s online portal. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ldr-connections-to-synods-and-congregations-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Disaster Response,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250108T162313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T162313Z
UID:13859-1741183200-1741186800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:LDR and ELCA World Hunger Intersections: Navajo Lutheran Mission
DESCRIPTION:1 hour | Online via Zoom \nSpecial Guest: Solveig Muus\, Grand Canyon Synod Hunger Leader and Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Arizona \nJoin special guest Solveig Muus as she shares the story behind the 40-40-40 Region 2 Lenten Challenge\, and how the Challenge\, now in its third year\, connects hundreds of individuals in congregations across the 5 synods in Region 2 with each other\, as well as with the work of ELCA World Hunger and Lutheran Disaster Response (LDR). The Lenten Challenge for 2025 supports LDR and our church’s call to respond to non-conventional disasters\, including the work at Navajo Evangelical Lutheran Mission (NELM). NELM is a 70-year-old ministry of the ELCA in Rock Point\, Arizona\, where more than half the households either do not have running water or do not have access to safe drinking water. In addition to various spiritual practices\, each year’s Challenge includes an opportunity for giving; gifts generated through this year’s challenge support LDR projects such as providing holding tanks and an automated water distribution system for filtration and chlorination for our siblings in Christ on the Navajo reservation. \nRegister through LDR’s online portal.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ldr-and-elca-world-hunger-intersections-navajo-lutheran-mission/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Climate,Disaster Response,Homepage Event,Hunger,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T151742
CREATED:20250106T163043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T163043Z
UID:13851-1739908800-1739912400@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Our Kairos Moment: Active Hope and Agents of Change
DESCRIPTION:In June 2024\, the ELCA released “Our Kairos Moment: A Study Guide on Earth’s Climate Crisis.” Over the next four months\, Lutherans Restoring Creation will facilitate a study group on this guide during our connections call time\, each hour focusing on one part (of four) of the study guide. We hope that by going through the guide ourselves\, that participants will gain familiarity and confidence with the study guide and will be able to implement it in their own congregations and communities. \nDuring Part Four\, our theme is “Active Hope and Agents of Change.” We will explore our relationship to our home (locally as well as planet earth!) and how to address climate change intersectionally. We will see where climate change exacerbates other justice issues like climate migration and think critically about what a “just transition” for all looks like into a healthier world. \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/our-kairos-moment-active-hope-and-agents-of-change/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Climate,Environment,Homepage Event
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