ELCA advocacy works for change in public policy based on the experience of Lutheran ministries, programs and projects around the world and in communities across the United States. Working through political channels on behalf of the following biblical values: peacemaking, hospitality to strangers, care for creation, and concern for people living in poverty and struggling with hunger and disease.
Kansas Interfaith Action (KIFA) serves as the state public policy office (SPPO) of the ELCA. ELCA Advocacy has 16 SPPOs throughout the country, focused on developing and advocating for legislative priorities on the state level. KIFA is a statewide, multi-faith issue–advocacy organization that “puts faith into action” by educating, engaging, and advocating on behalf of people of faith and the public regarding critical social, economic, and climate justice issues.
The following links, statements, and resources have been issued in response to the numerous Executive Orders issued by the current Presidential Administration. The resources are cataloged according to topic and the impacted community.
If you are aware of additional resources, you may send them to communications@css-elca.org.
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