Celebrating 50 years of ELCA World Hunger, this milestone highlights the ministry’s global and local impact in fighting hunger and poverty through sustainable solutions, advocacy, and partnerships. Discover inspiring stories and learn how you can join in this life-changing mission in this year-end Living Lutheran article.
Read MoreFrom new Advent resources and the ELCA Good Gifts catalog to inspiring stories of affordable housing and 50 years of World Hunger ministry, this month’s updates invite us to embody Micah 6:8: to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with our God. Explore new tools for Advent, creative giving ideas, and stories of resilience in the latest Go and Do news from ELCA World Hunger.
Read MoreThe Northeast Valley Consortium, a coalition of five Phoenix-area Lutheran churches, has pledged $2,000 to support the Grand Canyon Synod Hunger Leaders Network’s participation in the 2025 ELCA World Hunger Leaders Gathering. In addition to hunger advocacy, NEVC expanded its summer lunch packs and heat relief efforts in 2024, showcasing the power of collaboration in combating food insecurity and building resilient communities. Read more about how this partnership embodies being “church together” on the Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona site.
Read MoreNew resources are now available from ELCA World Hunger to enrich the life of your congregation in Advent 2024 and Lent 2025. As congregations across the ELCA creatively find new ways to lean into the future, we are eager to equip leaders with ELCA World Hunger resources for the important church seasons of Advent and Lent.
Read MoreSign the Southwest-specific Nourish Our Future petition urging our senators and representatives to end child hunger in the U.S. and around the world. Read more on the LAMA site.
Read MoreMeet the six new ELCA Hunger Advocacy Fellows for 2024-2025, who will work tirelessly to address issues of hunger and poverty at both state and national levels. Their year-long fellowship combines professional development and faith formation, integrating Lutheran values with public advocacy. Learn more about these passionate advocates and their work to create a more just world at ELCA.org.
Read MoreIn celebration of the ELCA World Hunger 50th Anniversary, hear special music and a message from singer-songwriter and lifelong Lutheran Peter Mayer.
Read MoreThank you to those of you who attended the online World Food Day celebration on Tuesday. What an incredible time we had looking back on the impact of 50 years of ELCA World Hunger and reflecting on how God is calling all of us into the bold pursuit of ending hunger in our world.
If you missed the event or want to rewatch it, you can view it on demand. Share the video with friends and family, host a watch party with your congregation and use it to get inspired for the work ahead.
Read MoreLiving Lutheran features a video interview with Amy Beitelschees-Albers, pastor of come2goministries in Fort Wayne, Ind., discussing her food truck ministry with So Much More Ministries. Each week, Beitelschees-Albers and her team of volunteers make and distribute free meals for members of the Fort Wayne community, building relationships and offering hospitality and prayer.
Read MoreCelebrate 50 years of ELCA World Hunger on World Food Day, Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. Central time. Hear firsthand stories of hope and transformation from ELCA World Hunger partners, including EPES in Chile and Tapestry Farms in the Midwest. Register by Friday, Oct. 11, and join the celebration via Zoom to hear from Presiding Bishop Eaton and learn how we can continue building a just world where all are fed. Learn more here.
Read MoreBishop Michael Rinehart, with the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast Synod, shares how we can respond to hunger both globally and in our own neighborhoods in this latest video from ELCA World Hunger.
Read MoreJoin ELCA World Hunger in celebrating the 50th anniversary of ELCA World Hunger! On October 15th, the eve of World Food Day, the ELCA will host a special online event featuring stories from global and local partners working to end hunger. Explore new resources for Advent 2024 and Lent 2025, and learn how your congregation can deepen its engagement with hunger relief. Discover how ministries like Central Lutheran in Alaska are tackling the root causes of hunger with creative solutions. Be part of the movement — read more in the October Go and Do News from ELCA World Hunger.
Read MoreJoin ELCA World Hunger on Tuesday, October 15, at 5pm PST/MDT, 6pm MST, for a special Zoom webinar celebrating 50 years of hunger ministry. Hear inspiring stories from ELCA World Hunger partners and learn how our shared commitment has made an impact on communities worldwide. Register now to receive event updates and resources, and help continue the work toward a just world where all are fed.
Read MoreELCA Advocacy is pushing for critical actions on the Farm Bill, environmental justice, and humanitarian aid in Sudan. As hunger impacts nearly 47.4 million Americans and the environment faces budget cuts, the ELCA calls for urgent action. Read how our advocacy continues to make a difference and learn how you can take part in the latest update.
Read MoreSave the date for World Food Day—Celebrating 50 Years of ELCA World Hunger—a Zoom webinar on Tuesday, 10/15/2024, 5 pm MST/PDT, 6pm MDT. Register here.
This special online event will be hosted by the Rev. Amy Current, bishop of the Southeastern Iowa Synod, and Imran Siddiqui, vice president of the ELCA.
Read MoreSeptember is Hunger Action Month, a time to take collective action in the fight against hunger. This year, the Arizona Legislature invested $3.8 million to support low-income children’s meals, a milestone achieved with the help of the Arizona Food Bank Network. As the need for food accessibility grows, you can make a difference by supporting AzFBN through donations, the HungryFriend app, or joining their Grove of Good. Together, let’s end hunger in Arizona.
Read MoreLutheran Social Services in Nevada recently concluded the 2024 Peanut Butter Wars, raising over 8,000 pounds of peanut butter and $81,444 to combat food insecurity. New Song Lutheran Church led the charge, thanks in part to a heartwarming donation from Jake, a community member who found redemption through the church and LSSN. Additionally, their Back to School Brunch served 350 children, ensuring they are ready for the new school year. Learn how you can support our mission today!
Read MoreELCA World Hunger is making strides against global hunger by addressing its root causes in collaboration with global partners. Supporting over 60 countries, this initiative leverages local knowledge and church networks to implement sustainable solutions in healthcare, income generation, and more, demonstrating the power of our collective contributions.
Read MoreWe extend our heartfelt thanks to Autumn Byars, our Grand Canyon Synod Hunger Advocacy Fellow, for her dedicated year of service with Lutheran Advocacy Ministry of Arizona (LAMA). Her work has been an inspiring example of how mission support from congregations flows through the synod and the ELCA to return as impactful ministry in our communities. We invite you to join us in praying for Autumn’s continued good work in the church and the world.
Reflecting on a year of impactful advocacy, Autumn shares key moments, including testimony against restrictive SNAP bills and support for the Grand Canyon Food Pantry. LAMA empowers congregations to turn their faith into action, advocating for justice and food security at all levels of government.
Read MoreThe 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans was a tremendous success, with nearly 17,000 participants raising close to $100,000 for Generation Zero-Hunger. As we celebrate 50 years of ELCA World Hunger, we reflect on our church’s deep commitment to addressing the root causes of hunger and poverty. Explore the resources available for this milestone and consider joining an upcoming immersion trip to Colombia. Learn more about these events and how you can get involved in the August 2024 issue of ELCA World Hunger's Go and Do News.
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