Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California

04/30/2026

There are less than 2 weeks left to register for Lutheran Lobby Day! Our priority legislation this year will be focused on advancing immigrant rights and addressing hunger and health care in the state of California.

A reminder that the deadline to register is Tuesday, May 12th at noon.

https://forms.gle/hdC78xhxJiuKobGq5

04/22/2026

Happy from the Lutheran Office of Public Policy - CA!

We give thanks to God for all the living things God has given us on this earth, especially for the numerous natural resources and recreation sites here in the state of California. As a Lutheran organization, we call upon the help of God to guide us as we respond to the call to care for creation.

The words of the ELCA’s 1993 social statement, “Caring for Creation: Vision, Hope, and Justice” guide our advocacy for all creatures great and small.

“Caring, serving, keeping, loving, and living by wisdom—these translate into justice in political, economic, social, and environmental relationships. When we act interdependently and in solidarity with creation, we do justice. We serve and keep the earth, trusting its bounty can be sufficient for all, and sustainable.”

For those looking to learn more about the Lutheran call to care for creation, we invite you to read the 1993 social statement on creation care and to get plugged into the work of Lutherans Restoring Creation.

04/22/2026

This Earth Day, you can care for endangered species by reaching out to the House of Representatives about legislation being considered which weakens Endangered Species Act protection. Celebrate the gift of creation today with your action: https://act.elca.org/page/97101/action/1?chain

04/20/2026

I attended California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC) Conference & Advocacy Day last Tuesday and Wednesday (April 14 & 15) with Rev. Nelson Rabell. I also got to meet a few people from the Episcopal Diocese of San Joaquin at the event.

Thank you to CIPC for hosting the event and allowing us to help celebrate the 30 years of work that CIPC continues to do to advance immigrant justice.

Thank you also to Senator Angelique Ashby's staff for meeting with us to learn more about ways to protect immigrant rights in our state.

04/10/2026

A Lutheran hero who really followed Jesus!

03/17/2026

03/11/2026

The World Council of Churches, Middle East Council of Churches, Lutheran World Federation, World Communion of Reformed Churches, World Methodist Council, Mennonite World Conference, Christian Conference of Asia, and ACT Alliance join in expressing their deep concern regarding the humanitarian and so...

03/11/2026

Dreamers are integral members of our families, churches and communities, yet for decades have lived in limbo without the long-term solution of permanent legal status and a pathway to citizenship. Action alert: https://act.elca.org/page/94921/action/1?chain

03/05/2026

Join the 2026 ELCA Region 2 Lenten Challenge with the theme “Lord, When Did We See You?” based on Matthew 25:37–40. This six-week Lenten journey invites participants to grow in learning, care, and advocacy for underserved communities through meaningful spiritual practices.

Learn more and sign up at lentenchallenge.org or use the QR code.

03/04/2026

Bishop Curry has issued a statement on the Iran War.

Read the full statement through the link in the comments below.

03/04/2026

UPDATE 3/6/26: This Action Alert is closed. The bill was NOT passed by either the House or Senate. Thank you for your advocacy.

ORIGINAL: Voting is anticipated soon as Congress considers the bipartisan Iran War Powers Resolution, affirming Congress’s constitutional authority over U.S. decisions of war and peace. As a church that accompanies global partners, our advocacy responds to faith voices from the region which implore us to pray fervently and advocate persistently for just peace. As disciples in a democracy please make your voice heard to oppose unauthorized military action without congressional approval. Action Alert: https://act.elca.org/page/94825/action/1?chain