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SUMMARY:MLK Service Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Lutherans around PA will celebrate the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. See below for official synodical events. If your congregation or community is celebrating in a different way\, let us know at LAMPa@lutheranadvocacypa.org. \n  \nSoutheastern Pennsylvania Synod \nSunday\, January 14\, 2024 \nThe Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the ELCA and the African Descent Lutheran Association Philadelphia Chapter are hosting a Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, Memorial Worship Service. \nWhen: 3:00 p.m. \nWhere: Christ’s Lutheran Church in Oreland. \nMonday\, January 15\, 2024 – Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, Day 2024 \nJoin Lutheran Disaster Response – Eastern PA in marking Martin Luther King Jr. Day in service to neighbors near and far. \nJoin volunteers at the Philadelphia campus of United Lutheran Seminary to collect and assemble disaster and hygiene kits and to learn basic repair and rebuilding skills such as spackling\, painting\, safety and use of power tools — skills that can be put to use in disaster response or other service projects. \nFor more information\, email Heidi Shilanskas at hshilanskas@gmail.com. \nSchedule \n9:30 a.m.  Arrival (coffee and snacks available) \nPack kits and Open House Tables \nWorship \n12:00 p.m.  Community Lunch \nRegistration is required for lunch. \nA free will offering will be collected to offset lunch costs. \nAll ages are welcome. \nYou can visit the event page on the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod website here. \n  \nLower Susquehanna Synod \nSunday\, January 14\, 2024 \nBe part of a Rev. Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, Interfaith Celebration\, co-sponsored by the Lower Susquehanna Synod of the ELCA. \nThe celebration’s theme is Building Beloved Community: A Theology of Doing. For more information about the theme and its roots in Dr. King’s philosophy of nonviolence and social change\, visit this page. \nJoin a panel moderated by the Rev. Carla Christopher and featuring the Rev. Matthew Best\, along with an intergenerational and multi-racial gathering of faith leaders across traditions and areas of the Harrisburg Metropolitan Area. \nWhen: 3:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. \nWhere: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church\, 2339 N. 6th Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17110 \nThe event includes a worship service\, a panel\, and an advocacy fair with refreshments. \n  \nSt. John’s Lutheran Church\, Melrose Park – MLK Day of Service Project \nMembers of St. John’s Lutheran Church are making fleece scarves for The Welcome Church. \nThey are also assembling Soups in a Jar for cancer patients to be served by the Breathing Room in Elkins Park. \nActivities will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on MLK Day.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/mlk-service-day-2024/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary: Philadelphia Campus\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event,Interfaith,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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SUMMARY:Learn About Advancing Food System Equity at PA Farm Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Project J.U.S.T.\, PA Preferred\, the PA Food Policy Council\, and Pennsylvanians from around the Commonwealth for a special event at the 108th Pennsylvania Farm Show. The event aims to foster connections and promote equity in the food system. \nSynod and congregational hunger ministry leaders are invited to join LAMPa staff  at the event on Sunday\, Jan. 7\,  from 4:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg in the PA Preferred Banquet Hall. Send us a note to gather with fellow Lutheran hunger advocates around this important part of our work together.  \nAt this in-person gathering\, titled “Connecting Communities & Opportunities: Building Equity in the Food System\,” event organizers will bring together individuals\, organizations\, and communities passionate about creating a fair and inclusive food system for all. Through engaging discussion\, we will explore ways to bridge gaps\, address disparities\, and ensure everyone has access to healthy and sustainable food. \nThe session will feature a dynamic panel from all walks of life across Pennsylvania to share their food stories. We hope for meaningful conversation about the strengths we bring and the challenges we face as we envision the future of our food system. Participants will ask how we can advance economic and racial justice and ensure access to nutritious\, culturally significant foods and foodways for all. \nFrom chefs\, farmers\, and food producers to policymakers and advocates\, this event welcomes anyone interested in building a more equitable food system. \nPanelists will include: \n\nChef Chris Scott\, Chef-Owner of Butterfunk Biscuit Co. (NYC) and restaurateur\, television personality\, and cookbook author\nDenise Dennis\, President and CEO of The Dennis Farm\nAsh Chan\, Farmer at Oasis Farm and Fishery of The Bible Center\nChef Bruce W. Harris\, Jr. (AKA Chef B)\, Executive Chef at Community Kitchen Pittsburgh\nHannah Smith-Brubaker\, Farmer and Executive Director of Pasa Sustainable Agriculture\n\nYou can register for the event here. \nYou can learn more about the Pennsylvania Food Policy Council here.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/learn-about-advancing-food-system-equity-at-pa-farm-show/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex\, 2300 N. Cameron St.\, Harrisburg\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homepage Event,Hunger
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SUMMARY:Homes Within Reach Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Homes Within Reach Conference \nJoin LAMPa staff and housing advocates as we continue to focus on programs and policies that address systemic disparities and promote the inclusion and growth of people of all backgrounds at the 19th annual Homes Within Reach Conference: Unlocking Solutions\, Changing the Landscape. \nThis event is being organized by the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania\, of which LAMPa is a member. All who are interested are encouraged to send LAMPa a note at lampa@lutheranadvocacypa.org and connect with us prior to the event! \nTo view the conference schedule\, click here. \nThe Homes Within Reach Conference provides an opportunity for housing professionals\, service providers\, tenants\, landlords\, local government\, community builders\, and those passionately committed to ensuring a home for every Pennsylvanian to come together to learn\, connect\, and network. \nTo register\, visit the conference website. \nDay THREE of the conference offers an opportunity to have your voice heard by the PA Department of Human Services (DHS). \nIn a special interactive format\, you will have the opportunity to provide critical feedback on the strategies and housing and tenancy related programs to be funded through medical assistance programs DHS would like to implement.  Secretary Val Arkoosh will provide updates on applying for an 1115 waiver\, that allows states to innovate and expand coverage in Medical Assistance programs for health-related social needs and can provide the opportunity to create new and strengthen existing housing and tenancy related support for the most vulnerable Pennsylvanians. The conversation will turn to look at what other pressing housing needs DHS should prioritize in the Housing Strategic Plan to be released next year.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/homes-within-reach-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Drive\, Hershey\, PA\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homepage Event
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SUMMARY:With One Voice: End Gun Violence Now
DESCRIPTION:Join LAMPa and ecumenical and interfaith partners in Harrisburg Nov. 14-15 as we come together to raise our voices against gun violence. The gathering aims to create awareness\, foster dialogue\, and inspire action toward a safer future for all. Through engaging discussions\, thought-provoking presentations\, and legislative visits\, we will explore the urgent need for change in our communities. Together\, we can work toward a society free from the devastating effects of gun violence.  \nRegister here. Then let LAMPa know you’re coming by emailing us at LAMPa@lutheranadvocacypa.org with GUN VIOLENCE in the subject line. \nFor more information about the latest mass shooting in Lewiston\, ME\, click here. \nTo learn more about ELCA social teaching on gun violence\, click here. LAMPa has supported legislation supporting universal background checks and red flag laws. \nThe Events:  \nTues.\, Nov. 14\, 2023\, 5:30 – 7 pm. Interfaith Prayer Service  \nLocation: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral\, 221 N. Front St.\, Harrisburg\, PA 17101  \n  \nWed.\, Nov. 15\, 2023\, 7:30 – 9 a.m. Interfaith Prayer Breakfast with Legislators and  \nLocation: Grace United Methodist Church\, 216 State St. Harrisburg\, PA 17101-1109  \n  \nWed.\, Nov. 15\, 2023\, 10 am – Noon. Advocacy Appointments with Legislators and staff  \nLocation: State Capitol. Training will be provided for people who want to meet with legislators  \n  \nWed.\, Nov. 15\, 2023\, 10 am – Noon. Recitation of Names of the Lost  \nLocation: On the Steps of the Capitol  \n  \nNov. 15\, 2023\, 12:15 – 1:15 pm. Lunch.  \nLocation: Capitol Building\, East Wing\, Side A.  \n  \nWed.\, Nov. 15\, 2023\, 1:30 – 2:30 pm. Solemn Procession: Witness Walk around the Capitol Mourning the Victims of Gun Violence  \nLocation: This event schedule is a walk around the Capitol.  \n  \nWed.\, Nov. 15\, 2023\, 3:00 – 3:30 pm. Press Conference in Capitol Rotunda  \nLocation: Capitol Rotunda  \n  \n—————————————————————————————————-  \nIf you need overnight accommodations in Harrisburg on Tuesday evening?  \nA block of discounted rooms has been reserved at the Penn Harris Hotel (1150 Camp Hill Bypass\, Camp Hill\, PA 17011). Phone: (717) 763-7117.  \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/with-one-voice-end-gun-violence-now/
LOCATION:The Pennsylvania State Capitol\, N. 3rd & State St.\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Homepage Event,Interfaith,Social Justice,Vigil,Violence
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SUMMARY:Driving PA Forward Day in the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join LAMPa and our partners in the Driving PA Forward Coalition in Harrisburg for a day of meetings with lawmakers to advocate for HB 769\, Driver’s Licenses for All. This bill would separate driver’s license eligibility from citizenship status\, as it was before 2003. Currently\, 15 states and Washington\, D.C.\, offer driver’s licenses to all\, regardless of immigration status. LAMPa has long been a part of the coalition to advance this policy for the wellbeing of our immigrant neighbors and the safety of all on Pennsylvania roadways. This legislation would help make our roads and communities are safer by enabling more drivers to be licensed and insured and is projected to have economic benefits to the Commonwealth as well. You can find more information and resources on this policy here. \nOn Nov.  14\, be a part of this gathering to show your concern for the livelihoods and safety of immigrants and recognize their \nApple pickers at work in Adams County. Come apple harvest time\, workers come to this area by the thousands. Nationwide\, an estimated 70\,000 workers pick apples every fall. \ncontribution to our communities — particularly our agricultural economy.  The event will feature a Thanksgiving table set in the Capitol Rotunda\, thanking farm workers and all who contribute to the feast day we celebrate\, but which many who provide the food cannot themselves enjoy.  Workers from throughout the food supply chain will speak to highlight the contributions of farm workers and immigrants in making the traditional holiday meal possible. \nLegislative visits will follow.  If you are able to attend\, please let us know\, and we’ll coordinate meetings as LAMPa with our coalition partners.  We expect to wrap up by early afternoon.  Email us with your address (to help us identify your lawmakers) at LAMPa@Llutheranadvocacypa.org with DRIVING in the subject line by Nov. 6.   \nIf you are unable to join us in the Capitol\, but would be like to be in touch with your lawmakers\, please drop us a note\, again\,  with your address\, at LAMPa@Llutheranadvocacypa.org and include DRIVING in the subject line. We will respond with more information. \nTo join our statewide network of advocates working to make Pennsylvania a state that stands for welcome\, please email us at LAMPa@Llutheranadvocacypa.org with IMMIGRATION in the subject line and staff will reach out to you.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/driving-pa-forward-day-in-the-capitol/
LOCATION:The Pennsylvania State Capitol\, N. 3rd & State St.\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Economic Opportunity,Homepage Event,Immigration,Social Justice,Sustainable Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Depolarization: A Virtual Workshop for Discipleship in A Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Across the church\, we encounter longing for an end to division and hear yearning in the honest question: How do we respond to people who believe (fill in the blank)? One year from the 2024 election and just weeks from Thanksgiving\, when many of us will gather at tables with family members we may feel we no longer know\, this question takes on deeper urgency. In this virtual interactive workshop\, Silas Kulkarni\, ELCA Director of Strategy and Advocacy\, will give an introduction to the who\, why\, and how of depolarization work\, particularly in the context of faith-based advocacy. As Christians\, we are called by Jesus to love our enemies and to do the work of justice. Sometimes these two calls can seem like they are in tension\, if not outright opposition.  Focusing on the use of tools and trainings from the depolarization organization\, Braver Angels (www.braverangels.org)\, Kulkarni will introduce a model for loving engagement across ideological and cultural divides\, that neither precludes passionate advocacy\, nor requires taking a “middle of the road” position. He will also point to opportunities and resources for learning more and continuing beyond this introductory session. The event is a partnership of LAMPa and United Lutheran Seminary.  The workshop is a rescheduled\, more in-depth exploration of the presentation that had been planned for Lutheran Day in the Capitol 2023. Participants will receive materials for the workshop ahead of time.  Register here. \nYou can view and download bulletin inserts from the event here. Color insert. B&W insert. \nAbout the workshop leader: \nSilas Kulkarni is the Director of Strategy & Advocacy in the ELCA Washington office. He focuses on federal policy advocacy as well as the strategic intersections of that work with the broader work of ELCA Witness in Society. Before coming to this position\, he served as Senior Fellow for Public Discourse at the grassroots\, depolarization organization Braver Angels\, helping facilitate productive conversations between conservatives and progressives. He brings this spirit of willingness to engage with politically diverse communities to his work in the ELCA. Kulkarni has also worked as a teacher in low-income communities\, as a grassroots organizer\, and as co-founder and executive director of an educational equity nonprofit. He lives in Washington\, D.C.\, with his wife\, ELCA pastor Julie Bringman\, and their two children.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/depolarization-a-virtual-workshop-for-discipleship-in-a-democracy/
LOCATION:Virtual\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107
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SUMMARY:Election Day - Vote in the General Election
DESCRIPTION:November 7th is Election Day!  Faithful civic engagement\, including participation in the electoral process\, is one way of loving our neighbor. \nVisit this link from the Pennsylvania Department of State to see other important election dates. Check your polling place and hours\, register to vote\, request your ballot\, and learn about the offices on the ballot in this year’s election! \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/election-day-vote-in-the-general-election-2-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Homepage Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T120000
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SUMMARY:Depolarization: A Workshop for Discipleship in A Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Across the church\, we encounter longing for an end to division and hear yearning in the honest question: How do we respond to people who believe (fill in the blank)?  In this interactive in-person workshop to be held at United Lutheran Seminary’s Gettysburg campus\, Silas Kulkarni\, ELCA Director of Strategy and Advocacy\, will give an introduction to the who\, why\, and how of depolarization work\, particularly in the context of faith-based advocacy. As Christians\, we are called by Jesus to love our enemies and to do the work of justice. Sometimes these two calls can seem like they are in tension\, if not outright opposition.  Focusing on the use of tools and trainings from the depolarization organization\, Braver Angels (www.braverangels.org)\, Kulkarni will introduce a model for loving engagement across ideological and cultural divides\, that neither precludes passionate advocacy\, nor requires taking a “middle of the road” position. He will also point to opportunities and resources for learning more and continuing beyond this introductory session. The event is a partnership of LAMPa and United Lutheran Seminary.  The workshop is a rescheduled\, more in-depth exploration of the presentation that had been planned for Lutheran Day in the Capitol 2023. \nA Kindling Faith event\, and part of an Appalachian Rostered Leaders gathering\, this workshop is open to all —  not just rural rostered leaders.*  Register here for the in-person workshop as part of the Rural Pastors retreat on Oct. 27.    NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP IS OPEN TO ALL — NOT JUST RURAL ROSTERED LEADERS. \nRegister here for an interactive online training on Nov. 8.  \nFind the complete schedule of the two-day event here. SELA Fall 23 Event Schedule \nYou can view and download bulletin inserts from the event here: Color insert. B&W insert. \nAbout the workshop leader: \nSilas Kulkarni is the Director of Strategy & Advocacy in the ELCA Washington office. He focuses on federal policy advocacy as well as the strategic intersections of that work with the broader work of ELCA Witness in Society. Before coming to this position\, he served as Senior Fellow for Public Discourse at the grassroots\, depolarization organization Braver Angels\, helping facilitate productive conversations between conservatives and progressives. He brings this spirit of willingness to engage with politically diverse communities to his work in the ELCA. Kulkarni has also worked as a teacher in low-income communities\, as a grassroots organizer\, and as co-founder and executive director of an educational equity nonprofit. He lives in Washington\, D.C.\, with his wife\, ELCA pastor Julie Bringman\, and their two children. \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/depolarization-a-workshop-for-discipleship-in-a-democracy/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T130000
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SUMMARY:Bold Humility: A Model of Accompaniment  for Appalachian Ministry
DESCRIPTION:United Lutheran Seminary’s Kindling Faith Program hosts Bold Humility: A Model of Accompaniment for Appalachian Ministry\, Oct. 26-27. at the Gettysburg campus\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg. The event is being organized by the Symposium of Evangelical Lutherans in Appalachia (SELA) and the Town and Country Church Institute (TCCI). LAMPa is collaborating on this event. \n \nThis rural rostered leaders retreat features the keynote “Bold Humility from Appalachia to Guatemala and Back” with the Rev. Dr. Jennifer Hope-Tringali and an interactive workshop “Depolarization and Church Advocacy: An Introduction” with Silas Kulkarni\, Director of Strategy & Advocacy in the ELCA Washigton office\, on Friday. (Friday’s session is open to all — not just rostered leaders.) \nBreakout conversations include: “How does the pastor/deacon (and their family) exist short or long term in low-income communities?” with the Revs. Jess & Jason Felici; “Women in Appalachian Ministry—What are the Gender-Based Challenges?” with the Rev. Sherri Schafer; “Forms of Nostalgia within Appalachian Ministries” with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann; and “Mission Trips in Appalachia Do’s & Don’t’s (When You Go and When You Welcome)” with the Rev. Dr. Jennifer Hope-Tringali. \nPlease see the complete schedule: SELA Fall 23 Event Schedule \nRegister here for the in-person events at ULS Gettysburg. * \n\nPLEASE NOTE: The in-person interactive depolarization workshop at ULS on Friday is open to all\, not just rostered leaders. \n\nThe Depolarization training will be offered again as an online interactive workshop from 2-4:30 p.m. on November 8.  Register here for the online workshop.  
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/bold-humility-a-model-of-accompaniment-for-appalachian-ministry/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Homepage Event
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SUMMARY:Capitol All-Stars Legislative Softball Game To Benefit Charitable Food Programs in PA
DESCRIPTION:The Capitol All-Stars Softball game began in 2013 as a way to bring elected officials together across party lines and celebrate the very reason they ran for office in the first place — To help people.  This bi-partisan\, bi-cameral game\, is played by House members and Senators\, Republicans and Democrats\, and men and women. The proceeds raised benefit Hunger-Free Pennsylvania and Feeding Pennsylvania\, two charitable\, non-profit statewide organizations working to feed over two million hungry Pennsylvanians.  \nJoin your Pennsylvania state legislators\, Hunger-Free Pennsylvania\, Feeding Pennsylvania\, and LAMPa at the game. Wear your “God’s Work\, Our Hands” or World Hunger Shirt to show your Lutheran pride in supporting bi-partisanship and ending hunger in Pennsylvania.   \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/capitol-all-stars-legislative-softball-game-to-benefit-charitable-food-programs-in-pa/
LOCATION:FNB Field\, City Island\, 245 Championship Way\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T170000
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SUMMARY:Capitol All-Stars Legislative Softball Game To Benefit Charitable Food Programs in PA
DESCRIPTION:Join LAMPa and fellow advocates to encourage lawmakers to go to bat against hunger! The Capitol All-Stars Softball game began in 2013 as a way to bring elected officials together across party lines and support anti-hunger programs across the Commonwealth.  Proceeds from this bi-partisan\, bi-cameral game benefit Hunger-Free Pennsylvania and Feeding Pennsylvania\, two charitable\, non-profit statewide organizations working to feed over two million hungry Pennsylvanians.  \nJoin your state legislators\, Hunger-Free Pennsylvania\, Feeding Pennsylvania\, and LAMPa at the game. Wear your “God’s Work. Our Hands” or ELCA World Hunger T-shirt to show our support for bipartisanship and ending hunger in Pennsylvania.   \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/capitol-all-stars-legislative-softball-game-to-benefit-charitable-food-programs-in-pa-2/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar and get ready for the first-ever hybrid National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference taking place May 7-9\, 2023! \nThis is one conference you won’t want to miss. \nThousands of advocates from all across the country will gather either virtually\, or in-person in Washington\, D.C.\, to network\, attend thought-provoking workshops and plenaries\, and exchange best practices for ending hunger in America. \nRegistration opens in February. \nWe can’t wait to see you in May. In the meantime\, stay tuned for more information!
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/national-anti-hunger-policy-conference/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar and get ready for the first-ever hybrid National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference taking place May 7-9\, 2023! \nThis is one conference you won’t want to miss. \nThousands of advocates from all across the country will gather either virtually\, or in-person in Washington\, D.C.\, to network\, attend thought-provoking workshops and plenaries\, and exchange best practices for ending hunger in America. \nRegistration opens in February. \nWe can’t wait to see you in May. In the meantime\, stay tuned for more information!
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/national-anti-hunger-policy-conference-2/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Day in the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join Lutheran advocates in Harrisburg on April 27\, 2023\, for a day of learning\, inspiration and action on issues that matter. We’ll walk as church together in public witness for the sake of the world God loves.   The day begins at Trinity Lutheran Church in Camp Hill\, and participants will travel to the state Capitol for legislative visits in the afternoon.  Early-bird rates through April 13.  United Lutheran Seminary student registration covered by ULS as part of Spring Convocation! \nLearn more about the day and register here. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/lutheran-day-in-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church\, Camp Hill\, 2000 Chestnut St.\, Camp Hill\, PA\, 17011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Day in the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join Lutheran advocates in Harrisburg on April 27\, 2023\, for a day of learning\, inspiration and action on issues that matter. We’ll walk as church together in public witness for the sake of the world God loves.   The day begins at Trinity Lutheran Church in Camp Hill\, and participants will travel to the state Capitol for legislative visits in the afternoon.  Early-bird rates through April 13.  United Lutheran Seminary student registration covered by ULS as part of Spring Convocation! \nLearn more about the day and register here. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/lutheran-day-in-the-capitol-2/
LOCATION:Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church\, Camp Hill\, 2000 Chestnut St.\, Camp Hill\, PA\, 17011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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SUMMARY:Ecumenical Advocacy Days
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2023\, April 25-27\, a virtual conference to worship\, educate\, and advocate for the innovative and courageous policies needed to realize God’s promise of peace. Our theme is Swords into Plowshares: Achieving Enough for All & Pursuing Peace.\n\nIn 2023\, we will gather virtually during a time of fear and uncertainty. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has killed thousands and created 12 million refugees. Newly-empowered populist regimes violate human rights and flout international law. Unnumbered conflicts rage in every corner of the globe. These wars—and the looming threats of others—are used to justify increases in military spending\, investments in more efficient tools of destruction and death. Meanwhile\, every four seconds someone dies of hunger.\n\nThrough the prophet Micah\, God declares\, “They shall beat their swords into plowshares\, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation\, neither shall they learn war any more.” But God also tells us why: “They shall all sit under their own vines and under their own fig trees\, and no one shall make them afraid.” God intends that we should enjoy our time\, move about without fear\, and participate in sabbath rest. In this holy Shalom\, our portions will suffice\, and all will have enough.\n\nHaving spent so long running in every direction but peace\, it’s easy to forget there’s another way. No one can serve two masters; we cannot excel in both war and justice\, both wealth and mercy. We cannot take by force what is intended to be shared. Let us heed Christ’s call and gather as one body to discern how we can re-forge weapons of destruction into tools of growth\, cultivate healing throughout God’s creation\, and pursue systems that empower each person to thrive.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ecumenical-advocacy-days/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Ecumenical Advocacy Days
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2023\, April 25-27\, a virtual conference to worship\, educate\, and advocate for the innovative and courageous policies needed to realize God’s promise of peace. Our theme is Swords into Plowshares: Achieving Enough for All & Pursuing Peace.\n\nIn 2023\, we will gather virtually during a time of fear and uncertainty. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has killed thousands and created 12 million refugees. Newly-empowered populist regimes violate human rights and flout international law. Unnumbered conflicts rage in every corner of the globe. These wars—and the looming threats of others—are used to justify increases in military spending\, investments in more efficient tools of destruction and death. Meanwhile\, every four seconds someone dies of hunger.\n\nThrough the prophet Micah\, God declares\, “They shall beat their swords into plowshares\, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation\, neither shall they learn war any more.” But God also tells us why: “They shall all sit under their own vines and under their own fig trees\, and no one shall make them afraid.” God intends that we should enjoy our time\, move about without fear\, and participate in sabbath rest. In this holy Shalom\, our portions will suffice\, and all will have enough.\n\nHaving spent so long running in every direction but peace\, it’s easy to forget there’s another way. No one can serve two masters; we cannot excel in both war and justice\, both wealth and mercy. We cannot take by force what is intended to be shared. Let us heed Christ’s call and gather as one body to discern how we can re-forge weapons of destruction into tools of growth\, cultivate healing throughout God’s creation\, and pursue systems that empower each person to thrive.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/ecumenical-advocacy-days-2/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, MARCH 26\, 2023\n4PM\nBERKELEY HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH\n(517 SANGREE ROAD\, PITTSBURGH\, PA 15237)\nIn-Person & Live Streamed \nThe Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America will be celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with an ecumenical service of Holy Communion to which all are welcome. The service will encourage membership of the SWPA synod and the synod’s partners to be engaged actively in the practice of nonviolence in our continuing efforts to build the Beloved Community in Pittsburgh. The focus of this year’s service is “A Home for ALL in the Beloved Community.” \n2023 Theme:\nA Home for ALL in the Beloved Community\nEquitable Development and Housing in Pittsburgh \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPRESIDING:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBishop Kurt Kusserow\nSouthwestern Pennsylvania Synod  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBishop Abraham Allende\nNortheastern Ohio Synod\, Retired \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPREACHING\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRev. Dr. Asa J. Lee\nPresident\, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary\nand Professor of Theological Formation for Ministry \nDr. Lee\, an ordained Baptist minister\, previously served as vice president for campus administration\, associate dean for community life\, and director of African American studies at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington\, D.C. He was licensed by the Faith Shepherd Baptist Church of Washington\, D.C.\, and ordained by the Mount Olive Baptist Church of Arlington\, Virginia.\, where he served for 10 years as the assistant pastor and minister of Christian education. Dr. Lee is a graduate of Hampton University in Virginia\, where he majored in music education. He holds a master of divinity degree from Wesley Theological Seminary and a doctorate in ministry from Virginia Theological Seminary. \nRead more about Dr. Lee >> \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Following the Liturgy:\n“A HOME FOR ALL IN THE BELOVED COMMUNITY”\nPanel Discussion on Equitable Development and Housing in Pittsburgh\n&\nSmall group conversation with housing experts in Pittsburgh \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. King’s Vision of the Beloved Community entails a home for all\, especially those who are denied adequate housing due to poverty\, injustice\, and a lack of access to basic community resources.  Pittsburgh is currently experiencing a crisis due to the lack of affordable housing.  Homelessness has increased by 20% in 2022-2023 and “underhoused” persons are pushed to the edges of our communities both literally and metaphorically.  Many see the Pittsburgh Region as one of the most “liveable communities” in the nation\, but this is not true for those who cannot afford to stay stably housed in our communities.  How would Dr. King “see” this situation and what is our response as people of God? \nEmail Pastor Melissa Stoller with any questions about the event. melissa.stoller@elca.org
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/the-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr/
LOCATION:BERKELEY HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH\, 517 Sangree Rd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15237\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homelessness,Housing,Interfaith,Racial Justice
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SUMMARY:The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, MARCH 26\, 2023\n4PM\nBERKELEY HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH\n(517 SANGREE ROAD\, PITTSBURGH\, PA 15237)\nIn-Person & Live Streamed \nThe Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America will be celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with an ecumenical service of Holy Communion to which all are welcome. The service will encourage membership of the SWPA synod and the synod’s partners to be engaged actively in the practice of nonviolence in our continuing efforts to build the Beloved Community in Pittsburgh. The focus of this year’s service is “A Home for ALL in the Beloved Community.” \n2023 Theme:\nA Home for ALL in the Beloved Community\nEquitable Development and Housing in Pittsburgh \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPRESIDING:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBishop Kurt Kusserow\nSouthwestern Pennsylvania Synod  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBishop Abraham Allende\nNortheastern Ohio Synod\, Retired \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPREACHING\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRev. Dr. Asa J. Lee\nPresident\, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary\nand Professor of Theological Formation for Ministry \nDr. Lee\, an ordained Baptist minister\, previously served as vice president for campus administration\, associate dean for community life\, and director of African American studies at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington\, D.C. He was licensed by the Faith Shepherd Baptist Church of Washington\, D.C.\, and ordained by the Mount Olive Baptist Church of Arlington\, Virginia.\, where he served for 10 years as the assistant pastor and minister of Christian education. Dr. Lee is a graduate of Hampton University in Virginia\, where he majored in music education. He holds a master of divinity degree from Wesley Theological Seminary and a doctorate in ministry from Virginia Theological Seminary. \nRead more about Dr. Lee >> \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Following the Liturgy:\n“A HOME FOR ALL IN THE BELOVED COMMUNITY”\nPanel Discussion on Equitable Development and Housing in Pittsburgh\n&\nSmall group conversation with housing experts in Pittsburgh \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. King’s Vision of the Beloved Community entails a home for all\, especially those who are denied adequate housing due to poverty\, injustice\, and a lack of access to basic community resources.  Pittsburgh is currently experiencing a crisis due to the lack of affordable housing.  Homelessness has increased by 20% in 2022-2023 and “underhoused” persons are pushed to the edges of our communities both literally and metaphorically.  Many see the Pittsburgh Region as one of the most “liveable communities” in the nation\, but this is not true for those who cannot afford to stay stably housed in our communities.  How would Dr. King “see” this situation and what is our response as people of God? \nEmail Pastor Melissa Stoller with any questions about the event. melissa.stoller@elca.org
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/the-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-2/
LOCATION:BERKELEY HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH\, 517 Sangree Rd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15237\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homelessness,Housing,Interfaith,Racial Justice
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SUMMARY:Kindling Faith: Lazareth Lecture - "What is Christian Nationalism?"
DESCRIPTION:White Christian Nationalism is the dangerous belief that America is –and must remain – a Christian nation founded for its white Christian inhabitants\, and that our laws and policies must reflect this premise. Such ideologies can lead to the erosion of democracy and the rise of authoritarianism and fascism. Rev. Dr. Pamela Cooper-White\, author of The Psychology of Christian Nationalism offers keen insights into the nature of this movement and how critical-thinking Christians can provide a much-needed counter-narrative to this fear-based rhetoric. \nSPEAKER: The Rev. Pamela Cooper-White\, Ph.D.\, is the Christiane Brooks Johnson Professor of Psychology and Religion and for the past 3 years served as Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs\, at Union Theological Seminary\, New York.  She also serves as Assisting Priest at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City.  She earned her MDiv and a PhD in historical musicology from Harvard University\, and a PhD in clinical social work at the Chicago Institute for Clinical Social Work. \nPrior to serving at Union Seminary\, she was the Ben G. and Nancye Clapp Gautier Professor of Pastoral Theology\, Care and Counseling at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur\, Georgia\, and Co-Director of the Atlanta Theological Association’s ThD program in pastoral counseling; and from1999-2008 she was associate and then full Professor of Pastoral Theology at the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (now ULS). \nIn person on the Philadelphia campus of ULS and livestreamed on the ULS YouTube channel. \nThis event is free and open to the public. A reception and book signing will follow the event.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/kindling-faith-lazareth-lecture-what-is-christian-nationalism/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary: Philadelphia Campus\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Participation,Education,Social Justice
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SUMMARY:Kindling Faith: Lazareth Lecture - "What is Christian Nationalism?"
DESCRIPTION:White Christian Nationalism is the dangerous belief that America is –and must remain – a Christian nation founded for its white Christian inhabitants\, and that our laws and policies must reflect this premise. Such ideologies can lead to the erosion of democracy and the rise of authoritarianism and fascism. Rev. Dr. Pamela Cooper-White\, author of The Psychology of Christian Nationalism offers keen insights into the nature of this movement and how critical-thinking Christians can provide a much-needed counter-narrative to this fear-based rhetoric. \nSPEAKER: The Rev. Pamela Cooper-White\, Ph.D.\, is the Christiane Brooks Johnson Professor of Psychology and Religion and for the past 3 years served as Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs\, at Union Theological Seminary\, New York.  She also serves as Assisting Priest at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City.  She earned her MDiv and a PhD in historical musicology from Harvard University\, and a PhD in clinical social work at the Chicago Institute for Clinical Social Work. \nPrior to serving at Union Seminary\, she was the Ben G. and Nancye Clapp Gautier Professor of Pastoral Theology\, Care and Counseling at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur\, Georgia\, and Co-Director of the Atlanta Theological Association’s ThD program in pastoral counseling; and from1999-2008 she was associate and then full Professor of Pastoral Theology at the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (now ULS). \nIn person on the Philadelphia campus of ULS and livestreamed on the ULS YouTube channel. \nThis event is free and open to the public. A reception and book signing will follow the event.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/kindling-faith-lazareth-lecture-what-is-christian-nationalism-2/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary: Philadelphia Campus\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Participation,Education,Social Justice
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR :  Using Housing Mobility to Achieve Racial and Economic Equity
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Series  \n2023 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTell A Friend\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nJoin us on  \n2/8/2023 \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEBINAR :  \nUsing Housing Mobility to Achieve Racial and Economic Equity \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecent research shows growing up in neighborhoods with lower levels of poverty can have a positive effect on children’s academic performance and success into adulthood and disrupt intergenerational poverty. Low income families who move to low-poverty neighborhoods have also been shown to experience better physical and mental health and have lower rates of hospitalizations in the long-term. These findings have sparked renewed interest in housing mobility programs by housing advocates and housing authorities to support families assisted through the Housing Choice Voucher program move to higher opportunity areas. These programs are intended to address barriers to accessing housing choices by offering mobility-related assistance. \nIn this webinar we will: \n\nLearn about housing mobility services and strategies;\nExamine the racial and economic impacts of the Housing Mobility Program operated by the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh; and\nDiscuss the role these programs can play in reducing neighborhood segregation and improving economic opportunity for minority families.\n\nPresenters: \n\nAndrew Fenelon\, PhD | Assistant Professor\, Public Policy and Sociology | The Pennsylvania State University\nSelena Ortiz\, PhD\, MPH | Associate Professor\, Health Policy\, Demography\, and Public Policy | The Pennsylvania State University\nMegan Confer-Hammond | Chief Operating Officer | Fair Housing Partnership of Greater Pittsburgh\nModerator: Gale Schwartz | Associate Director\, Policy and Programs | Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania\n\nRegistration will close at 11:00AM – 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 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \nFebruary 8th\, 2023 \n12:00PM-1:00PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \nClick Here to Register  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHousing Alliance Resources \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHousing Needs Snapshots \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.housingalliancepa.org
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/webinar-using-housing-mobility-to-achieve-racial-and-economic-equity/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Economic Opportunity,Housing,Racial Justice
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR :  Using Housing Mobility to Achieve Racial and Economic Equity
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Series  \n2023 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTell A Friend\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nJoin us on  \n2/8/2023 \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEBINAR :  \nUsing Housing Mobility to Achieve Racial and Economic Equity \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecent research shows growing up in neighborhoods with lower levels of poverty can have a positive effect on children’s academic performance and success into adulthood and disrupt intergenerational poverty. Low income families who move to low-poverty neighborhoods have also been shown to experience better physical and mental health and have lower rates of hospitalizations in the long-term. These findings have sparked renewed interest in housing mobility programs by housing advocates and housing authorities to support families assisted through the Housing Choice Voucher program move to higher opportunity areas. These programs are intended to address barriers to accessing housing choices by offering mobility-related assistance. \nIn this webinar we will: \n\nLearn about housing mobility services and strategies;\nExamine the racial and economic impacts of the Housing Mobility Program operated by the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh; and\nDiscuss the role these programs can play in reducing neighborhood segregation and improving economic opportunity for minority families.\n\nPresenters: \n\nAndrew Fenelon\, PhD | Assistant Professor\, Public Policy and Sociology | The Pennsylvania State University\nSelena Ortiz\, PhD\, MPH | Associate Professor\, Health Policy\, Demography\, and Public Policy | The Pennsylvania State University\nMegan Confer-Hammond | Chief Operating Officer | Fair Housing Partnership of Greater Pittsburgh\nModerator: Gale Schwartz | Associate Director\, Policy and Programs | Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania\n\nRegistration will close at 11:00AM – 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 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \nFebruary 8th\, 2023 \n12:00PM-1:00PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \nClick Here to Register  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHousing Alliance Resources \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHousing Needs Snapshots \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.housingalliancepa.org
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/webinar-using-housing-mobility-to-achieve-racial-and-economic-equity-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Economic Opportunity,Housing,Racial Justice
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UID:11653-1675220400-1675306799@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Applications Due: Young Adult Border Immersion Trip
DESCRIPTION:The deadline to submit applications for the Young Adult Border Immersion Trip programed for April is Wednesday\, February 1. \nYoung Adult Border Immersion Trip (April 26-30) – Las Cruces\, NM \nThe ELCA Young Adult Ministries\, AMMPARO\, and LIRS invite young adults to apply for border immersion trip taking place from April 26-30 in Las Cruces\, NM. This is an opportunity for young adults to travel to the US-Mexico border to experience an accompaniment-style immersion program\, where relationships and first-hand educational experiences are prioritized\, and issues are linked to action. Applications are open through February 1st. bit.ly/yabordertrip \nFor any questions\, please contact Giovana Oaxaca.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/applications-due-young-adult-border-immersion-trip/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Immigration,Refugees
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UID:12700-1675220400-1675306799@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Applications Due: Young Adult Border Immersion Trip
DESCRIPTION:The deadline to submit applications for the Young Adult Border Immersion Trip programed for April is Wednesday\, February 1. \nYoung Adult Border Immersion Trip (April 26-30) – Las Cruces\, NM \nThe ELCA Young Adult Ministries\, AMMPARO\, and LIRS invite young adults to apply for border immersion trip taking place from April 26-30 in Las Cruces\, NM. This is an opportunity for young adults to travel to the US-Mexico border to experience an accompaniment-style immersion program\, where relationships and first-hand educational experiences are prioritized\, and issues are linked to action. Applications are open through February 1st. bit.ly/yabordertrip \nFor any questions\, please contact Giovana Oaxaca.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/applications-due-young-adult-border-immersion-trip-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Immigration,Refugees
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UID:11592-1671591600-1671677999@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Homeless Remembrance Blanket Project
DESCRIPTION:Join ELCA Witness in Society and partners in homelessness advocacy in Washington\, D.C.\, as we remember and speak up for all who are unsheltered in America by holding a vigil and art installation featuring hundreds of blankets from every state on the lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The the Homeless Remembrance Blanket Project will take place on Dec. 21\, the longest night of the year. \nThe art installation will serve as a visual reminder of unsheltered neighbors during a vigil and broadcast and call to action on the state of homelessness in America.  Blankets will be arriving from each state in the country\, with letters and invitations to lawmakers to visit an agency or ministry with those experiencing homelessness in their district. If you would like to help — by making a blanket\, writing a letter\, stitching donated squares\, setting up and tearing down the art installation or delivering blankets to members of Congress in January for delivery in their districts — please drop us a note here with “Blanket” in the subject line. \n Read news coverage of the 2021 Pennsylvania vigil with Lower Susquehanna Synod Lutherans and other advocates that inspired this year’s event. \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/homeless-remembrance-blanket-project/
LOCATION:United States Capitol\, First St SE\, Washington\, DC 20004\, Washington\, D.C.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Homelessness
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SUMMARY:Homeless Remembrance Blanket Project
DESCRIPTION:Join ELCA Witness in Society and partners in homelessness advocacy in Washington\, D.C.\, as we remember and speak up for all who are unsheltered in America by holding a vigil and art installation featuring hundreds of blankets from every state on the lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The the Homeless Remembrance Blanket Project will take place on Dec. 21\, the longest night of the year. \nThe art installation will serve as a visual reminder of unsheltered neighbors during a vigil and broadcast and call to action on the state of homelessness in America.  Blankets will be arriving from each state in the country\, with letters and invitations to lawmakers to visit an agency or ministry with those experiencing homelessness in their district. If you would like to help — by making a blanket\, writing a letter\, stitching donated squares\, setting up and tearing down the art installation or delivering blankets to members of Congress in January for delivery in their districts — please drop us a note here with “Blanket” in the subject line. \n Read news coverage of the 2021 Pennsylvania vigil with Lower Susquehanna Synod Lutherans and other advocates that inspired this year’s event. \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/homeless-remembrance-blanket-project-2/
LOCATION:United States Capitol\, First St SE\, Washington\, DC 20004\, Washington\, D.C.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Homelessness
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UID:11418-1670371200-1670630399@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Homes Within Reach Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 2022 Pennsylvania Homes Within Reach Conference will be held Dec. 7-9 at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. \nThe theme for this year’s conference\, “A Stronger\, More Equitable Tomorrow\,” reflects our focus on achieving a just and equitable housing system for ALL Pennsylvanians. The conference will feature more than 50 workshops and plenary sessions on topics ranging from affordable housing development\, utilities\, eviction prevention\, homelessness services\, homeownership\, community revitalization\, and the impacts of COVID-19. We hope the sessions will spark rich conversations on what can and should be done to make sure every Pennsylvanian has a home within reach\, regardless of race\, income\, or ZIP code. LAMPa is a member of the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania\, which hosts the Homes Within Reach conference.  Learn more and register. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/homes-within-reach-conference/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Drive\, Hershey\, PA\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Homelessness,Housing
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UID:12693-1670371200-1670630399@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Homes Within Reach Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 2022 Pennsylvania Homes Within Reach Conference will be held Dec. 7-9 at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. \nThe theme for this year’s conference\, “A Stronger\, More Equitable Tomorrow\,” reflects our focus on achieving a just and equitable housing system for ALL Pennsylvanians. The conference will feature more than 50 workshops and plenary sessions on topics ranging from affordable housing development\, utilities\, eviction prevention\, homelessness services\, homeownership\, community revitalization\, and the impacts of COVID-19. We hope the sessions will spark rich conversations on what can and should be done to make sure every Pennsylvanian has a home within reach\, regardless of race\, income\, or ZIP code. LAMPa is a member of the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania\, which hosts the Homes Within Reach conference.  Learn more and register. 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/homes-within-reach-conference-2/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Drive\, Hershey\, PA\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Homelessness,Housing
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UID:11389-1667865600-1667951999@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Election Day - Vote in the General Election
DESCRIPTION:November 8th is Election Day!  Join fellow Lutherans and your broader community in participating in this cherished democratic process.  Visit this link from the Pennsylvania Department of State to see other important election dates.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/election-day-vote-in-the-general-election/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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