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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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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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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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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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SUMMARY:Deadline to Register for Fall Election
DESCRIPTION:Register for the November 4 Municipal Election by Monday\, October 20\, 2025. \nRegister to Vote | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/deadline-to-register-for-fall-election/
CATEGORIES:Civic Participation,Elections,Homepage Event
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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/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Civic Participation,Elections,Homepage Event
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SUMMARY:Municipal Elections
DESCRIPTION:Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. \nFind out more about the Municipal Election. \nFind your polling place.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/municipal-elections/
CATEGORIES:Civic Participation,Elections,Homepage Event
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SUMMARY:ULS Celebrates 200 Years of Lutheran Theological Education
DESCRIPTION:United Lutheran Seminary will celebrate its bicentennial throughout 2026 with special events planned on the Gettysburg\, PA campus in May 2026 and on the Philadelphia campus in September 2026. Additional events will be announced throughout the year. \nPlease visit the ULS website and online calendar for additional information and join LAMPa in recognizing 200 years of Lutheran theological education at ULS.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/uls-celebrates-200-years-of-lutheran-theological-education/
CATEGORIES:Education,Homepage Event
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UID:14294-1767744000-1767830399@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Rebuild Teams - Connecting for Service with Lutheran Disaster Response - Eastern PA
DESCRIPTION:Join Lutheran Disaster Response for a virtual workshop on disaster response work on Wednesday\, January 7\, 10AM – noon or 7PM – 9PM. New to this work? You’ll learn about how to connect and important considerations. Already experienced? Connect with others to share best practices and network to discuss how to overcome challenges. \nRegister here: Registration: Rebuild Teams – Connecting for Service with Lutheran Disaster Response – Eastern PA \nDownload the flyer here.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/rebuild-teams-connecting-for-service-with-lutheran-disaster-response-eastern-pa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T193000
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CREATED:20260126T224743Z
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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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SUMMARY:American Christian Nationalism\, Christian Zionism\, and Islamophobia: Examining our Cultural and Theological Frameworks
DESCRIPTION:Christian Nationalism is not new and has found many forms throughout the history of the Church\, from Armenia to Russia to Germany and to the U.S. However\, American Christian Nationalism is built upon a cultural and theological view of Americans as “exceptional” and America as a “New Zion.” \nThis five-week online series will examine the current overlapping forms of American Christian Nationalism\, Christian Zionism\, Antisemitism\, and Anti -Muslim bigotry. We will examine the cultural framework for these public ideologies and their biblical and theological roots not only within the “Christian Right” but also “Mainline” traditions. The series is intended for religious leaders who are interested in providing guidance for their congregations and local communities. CEU certificate available. Register at https://ulsforms.wufoo.com/forms/q11iff8s0v0ro3v/
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/american-christian-nationalism-christian-zionism-and-islamophobia-examining-our-cultural-and-theological-frameworks/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Education,Homepage Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T163000
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SUMMARY:Prophets\, Saints\, and Kings
DESCRIPTION:Resisting Christian Nationalism and Building the Beloved Community with King and Bonhoeffer \nJoin us for a day with internationally renowned Bonhoeffer scholars\, Dr. Stephen Haynes and Dr. Reggie Williams.  \nOn MLK weekend\, we’ll learn about the intersecting legacies and lessons of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, while deepening our understanding of how people of faith can confront and resist the growing forces of authoritarianism and Christian nationalism in our own time. Being rooted in learning and worship\, we’ll dream together about how to make a world to best live into our own calls to seek justice and peace.   \nKindling Faith: Prophets\, Saints\, and Kings – YouTube \nNOTE: For those who were able to gather in spite of the weather\, thank you for the conversation and shared encouragement! For those who were unable to make it\, we missed you and hope we see you soon. (Mark your calendars for Lutheran Day in the Capitol\, LAMPa’s annual day of learning and advocacy\, on April 20. Details and registration coming soon!) We hope you will find this recording of Saturday’s event useful for your own discernment and for informing communal discernment in your context. While we are delighted to offer this resource as a gift to you\, events like this require significant time\, funding\, and effort to make possible. We invite you to support LAMPa with a donation so we can continue providing meaningful programs like this in the future. You can find out more about donating here. \nSCHEDULE \nSaturday\, January 17 \n10 a.m. — A talk given by Dr. Reggie Williams: When cruelty is elevated to state policy and loyalty to the nation is confused with loyalty to Christ\, it is little wonder that Christians have so frequently found themselves on the wrong side of history. Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Martin Luther King Jr. were both pastors and theologians who wrestled with the meaning of Christ-centered faithfulness for their time. They were advocates of social justice and human rights who defied contemporary laws and cultural norms\, and they faced opposition to their work from many of their fellow Christians. We may learn from their prophetic witness for Christian faithfulness in our contexts by paying attention to their respective interpretations of the way of Jesus. \n11 a.m. — A talk given by Dr. Stephen R. Haynes: What does resistance look like in our time and place? As we search for models\, there is a natural tendency to look to the life and legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer\, “hero of the anti-Nazi resistance.” But what part of Bonhoeffer’s resistance is most relevant for us? His writing? His speaking? His part in an assassination plot? This presentation will explore the totality of Bonhoeffer’s “resistance to the Nazis\,” from 1933 to his death in 1945. \nNoon — Lunch — Order a boxed lunch when you register for the day or dine on your own in Gettysburg. \n1:30 p.m. —  A panel discussion featuring Antoine Cummins\, Dr. Smallwood\, Dr. Williams and Dr. Haynes will follow lunch to help participants understand the ways in which Bonhoeffer’s theology counters the ways in which Christian nationalist forces frame “faithful” participation in the public sphere. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of ways in which they can speak about their faith and public life and can take concrete action to counter the harmful narratives of Christian nationalism. \n2:45 p.m. — We end our time by coming together around the Word and Sacrament\, with preaching by the Rev. Dr. Teresa Smallwood.  Rooting ourselves in worship reminds us of our connection to one another in concrete community and as part of the communion of saints throughout time and space. We are sent nourished and filled\, ready for the work we are called to do. \n  \nSPEAKERS \nDr. Reggie Williams is Associate Professor of Black Theology and African American Studies at St Louis University in St Louis\, Missouri. He is the author of Bonhoeffer’s Black Jesus: Harlem Renaissance Theology and an Ethic of Resistance\, which was selected as a Choice Outstanding Title in theology\, in 2014 (revised edition\, 2021). The book examines the impact of exposure to theology in the Harlem Renaissance on Dietrich Bonhoeffer\, who was killed by the Nazis in 1945 for his resistance. Dr. Williams is currently work includes a story of a complicated Christian response to fascism\, and a study of ethics for better response to social injustice. Dr. Williams’ research interests include Black Theology\, Black Studies\, Dietrich Bonhoeffer Studies\, and Christian ethics. Dr. Williams is a board member of the English Language section of the International Dietrich Bonhoeffer Society\, former board member of the Society for the Study of Black Religion\, and the Society for Christian Ethics. Dr. Williams and his wife Stacy are the parents of a son\, Darion\, and a daughter\, Simone. \nDr. Stephen R. Haynes is Professor of Religious Studies at Rhodes College and the Director of the Rhodes Liberal Arts in Prison Program at West Tennessee State Penitentiary. He is a prominent scholar of German theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer\, having authored several significant works examining Bonhoeffer’s legacy and contemporary relevance\, including  “The Bonhoeffer Phenomenon: Portraits of a Protestant Saint” (2004)\, “The Bonhoeffer Legacy: Post-Holocaust Perspectives” (2006)\, “Bonhoeffer for Armchair Theologians” (co-authored with Lori Brandt Hale\, 2009)\, and “The Battle for Bonhoeffer: Debating Discipleship in the Age of Trump” (2018). Dr. Haynes holds a Ph.D. in Religion and Literature from Emory University\, the M. Div. from Columbia Theological Seminary.  \nThe Rev. Dr. Teresa Smallwood is the James Franklin Kelly and Hope Eyster Kelly Associate Professor of Public Theology and Dean and Vice-President of Academic Affairs for United Lutheran Seminary. Dr. Smallwood graduated from Howard University School of Divinity in 2010 with a Master of Divinity degree. In 2011\, Dr. Smallwood pursued a Ph.D. from Chicago Theological Seminary\, which she earned in 2017. Dr. Smallwood has held ministerial staff positions at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church\, Lewiston\, NC\, Israel Baptist Church\, Washington\, DC\, and New Covenant Christian Church Disciples of Christ\, Nashville\, TN. She is currently on the ministerial staff of Saint John African Methodist Episcopal Church\, Nashville\, TN with Senior Pastor\, Rev. Dr. Lisa Hammonds. Dr. Smallwood has taught at Lancaster Theological Seminary in Lancaster\, Pennsylvania\, the Religious Freedom Center in Washington\, D.C.\, Chicago Theological Seminary\, Chicago\, Illinois\, and Philander Smith College in Little Rock\, Arkansas. Dr. Smallwood served as the Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate Director of the Public Theology and Racial Justice Collaborative at Vanderbilt Divinity School from 2017 to 2021. \nAntoine R. Cummins\, born on the Island of Barbados\, raised in Brooklyn\, NY\, currently serves as Program Director for Civil Rights Policy on the ELCA Witness in Society Team. Antoine has spent 15 years serving the ELCA in various capacities including Pacifica Synod as Assistant to the Bishop\, Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary on the Advisory Board\, the ELCA on the Commission for a Renewed Lutheran Church and Waldorf University as Director of Campus Ministry. Prior to this\, Antoine has spent time in Higher Education\, as a Adjunct Math Professor\, Licensed Tax Professional and Football Coach. His journey has been uncharted and the one thing that keeps him inspired? How much healing can be found in community; when we approach each other with a posture of humility and walk away from our interactions with a sense of awe and wonder!\nCivil Rights Federal Policy Overview\n\n• Prevent discrimination. • Protect religious liberty for all. • Improve outcomes for disadvantaged groups. • Recognize and address historical injustices. • Support mental health of high-risk groups. • Uphold constitutional rights and promote good governance\n\n  \nPlaces to Stay In Gettysburg\, PA: Hotels\, Cabins\, B&B’s
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/prophets-saints-and-kings/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary Gettysburg campus\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addressing Christian Nationalism,Civic Participation,Homepage Event,Racial Justice,Social Justice
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Allegheny Synod":MAILTO:office@alleghenysynod.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260128T213247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T213626Z
UID:14355-1770037200-1770040800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:2026 Roadmap: Refugee Resettlement\, Asylum\, and Humanitarian Protection Trends
DESCRIPTION:Join Church World Service\, We Are All America\, Refugee Council USA\, National Partnership for New Americans\, and Human Rights First for a national briefing on the 2026 outlook for refugee resettlement\, asylum\, Temporary Protected Status (TPS)\, and other humanitarian protections. This session will provide critical updates on federal policy shifts\, enforcement trends\, congressional funding\, and advocacy opportunities\, equipping advocates and community leaders with what they need to prepare for the year ahead. \nThis briefing is for everyone: immigrants and refugees\, organizers\, advocates\, faith communities\, service providers\, and anyone who refuses to stay silent while the Trump administration targets refugees and immigrants. Whether you are responding to crises\, supporting families\, or pushing for policy change\, the virtual briefing will help you understand the current situation\, stay grounded in facts\, and take meaningful action to protect our neighbors. Register here.
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/2026-roadmap-refugee-resettlement-asylum-and-humanitarian-protection-trends/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260122T131342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T131342Z
UID:14346-1770660000-1770665400@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Daniel A. Payne: A Visionary Beyond Borders
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/celebrate-daniel-a-payne-a-visionary-beyond-borders/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary Gettysburg campus\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260201T162815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T184612Z
UID:14369-1771524000-1774551600@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260201T165139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T165139Z
UID:14374-1771963200-1771966800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20251204T190427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T192633Z
UID:14284-1772150400-1772323199@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:A Vision for Liberating our Democracy
DESCRIPTION:United Lutheran Seminary (ULS) will host A Vision for Liberating Our Democracy: Examining the Religious and Racialized Roots of American Democracy on Feb. 27–28 at its Philadelphia campus. The interdisciplinary conference will bring together scholars\, activists\, educators and faith leaders to examine how religion and race have shaped democratic life in the United States and to explore liberative visions for the future. Graduate level students attend free. \nRegister here.  Visit the ULS website and online calendar for additional information. \nDownload the flyer here: A Vision for Liberating Our Democracy Flyer
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/__trashed/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary: Philadelphia Campus\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260325T140323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T140458Z
UID:14456-1778000400-1778173200@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Joint Commission Advocacy Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:advocacy summit
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/joint-commission-advocacy-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Shiloh Baptist Church\, 1500 9th St NW\, Washington\,\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260311T210858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T210858Z
UID:14441-1783868400-1784286000@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Theological Education with Adults- Luther's Teachings for Today
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/theological-education-with-adults-luthers-teachings-for-today/
LOCATION:Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260222T111414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T111414Z
UID:14417-1786287600-1786618800@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Preaching the Paradox: A Festival of Lutheran Proclamation
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/preaching-the-paradox-a-festival-of-lutheran-proclamation/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary Gettysburg campus\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260201T172517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T172517Z
UID:14381-1792368000-1792454399@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Register to Vote
DESCRIPTION:Voter registration deadline is October 19\, 2026. \n  \nWe are called to conversation and prayer around our role as U.S. residents and as people of faith in ensuring our election systems promote dignity and respect for all. \nWe are called to act by speaking out as advocates and engaging in local efforts to guarantee the right to vote to all citizens. \nELCAvotes is an initiative: \nexpanding the role of the church in encouraging faithful and nonpartisan voter participation by providing faith-based resources around voting \nproviding a framework for all Lutherans to understand and speak out about the intersection of voting and elections and racial\, gender and economic justice \namplifying the voices of young-adult leaders in the church and providing a platform for young adults to explore what it means to be a civically engaged person of faith \nengaging with and equipping ethnic communities to talk about voting rights and race and their connection with elections today \n“[It is] resolved\, that members\, congregations\, and synods of this church be encouraged to “promote public life worthy of the name” by speaking out as an advocate and engaging in local efforts such as voter registration and supporting legislation to guarantee the right to vote to all citizens …”Social Policy Resolution “Voting Rights to All Citizens” adopted Aug. 2013 \n  \nFor more information regarding the importance of voting and civic engagement\, please refer to the ELCA social statement on Faith and Civic Life https://www.elca.org/faith/faith-and-society/current-social-writing-projects/civic-life-and-faith and the related social message on Government & Civic Engagement: Discipleship in a Democracy. \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/register-to-vote/
CATEGORIES:Elections
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260201T173104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T173104Z
UID:14383-1793059200-1793145599@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Request a mail-in or absentee ballot
DESCRIPTION:Request a mail-in or absentee ballot by October 27\, 2026 \n  \nWe are called to conversation and prayer around our role as U.S. residents and as people of faith in ensuring our election systems promote dignity and respect for all. \nWe are called to act by speaking out as advocates and engaging in local efforts to guarantee the right to vote to all citizens. \nELCAvotes is an initiative: \nexpanding the role of the church in encouraging faithful and nonpartisan voter participation by providing faith-based resources around voting \nproviding a framework for all Lutherans to understand and speak out about the intersection of voting and elections and racial\, gender and economic justice \namplifying the voices of young-adult leaders in the church and providing a platform for young adults to explore what it means to be a civically engaged person of faith \nengaging with and equipping ethnic communities to talk about voting rights and race and their connection with elections today \n“[It is] resolved\, that members\, congregations\, and synods of this church be encouraged to “promote public life worthy of the name” by speaking out as an advocate and engaging in local efforts such as voter registration and supporting legislation to guarantee the right to vote to all citizens …”Social Policy Resolution “Voting Rights to All Citizens” adopted Aug. 2013 \n  \nFor more information regarding the importance of voting and civic engagement\, please refer to the ELCA social statement on Faith and Civic Life https://www.elca.org/faith/faith-and-society/current-social-writing-projects/civic-life-and-faith and the related social message on Government & Civic Engagement: Discipleship in a Democracy. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/request-a-mail-in-or-absentee-ballot/
CATEGORIES:Elections
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182203
CREATED:20260201T173526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T174838Z
UID:14384-1793689200-1793736000@www.lutheranadvocacypa.org
SUMMARY:Election Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.lutheranadvocacypa.org/event/election-day/
CATEGORIES:Elections
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