Why vote early? Early voting permits citizens to cast ballots in person at a polling place prior to an election. Is early voting right for you? See arguments for and against early voting.

As early voting begins in Arizona, and with early voting also beginning soon in Utah and Nevada, I want to reflect on the sacred responsibility we hold as citizens and people of faith. Our participation in the democratic process is not only a privilege but a duty—one that reflects our commitment to justice, peace, and the flourishing of all people.

The ELCA Civic Engagement and Voter Education Guide is a resource guide to encourage, empower and equip voter education and other responsible civic participation shaped by faith values. Now available in Spanish.

This single-session Bible study and discussion guide by Fern Lee Hagedorn can be used by adults or older teens, as individuals or in small groups, for consideration of civic commitment as people of faith. Published September 2024, 3 pages.

Lutherans have a history of civic engagement during election season, including being voting centers. Holy Trinity and Mountain View were two of 37 Lutheran congregations who offered their space at voting centers in Arizona’s 15 counties this year

New! Filmed at the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering, people of faith share their thoughts on the question, “Why should Lutherans vote?” Features Bishop Eaton and more. Length 1:41.

Did you know that only 36% of registered voters cast their ballots in Arizona in 2020? For the 1 in 8 Arizonans and 1 in 5 kids across our state who are struggling with hunger, that matters. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get through until Election Day.

New for 2024! Action Guide, Calendar, and Study for congregational use to plan educational and fundraising events at your congregation. From ELCA World Hunger.

The ELCA Conference of Bishops has issued a statement on the need to speak the truth. “We know that the power of truth is greater than the power of deceit,” the statement read, in part. Read more.

Another new voter engagement video from LAMA! Filmed on location at the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering, people of faith share their thoughts on the question, “What is your advice for someone who is on the fence about voting?” Length 1:21.

Check the date your ballot was sent to you, the date the ballot was returned and received by the County Recorder, and whether your ballot was accepted and signature verified.

Download World Food Day promotional toolkit and Register today! Join ELCA World Hunger on October 15 for a celebration of World Food Day and the 50th anniversary of ELCA World Hunger!

Here's everything you need to know about judges in Arizona, including a 2024 judicial review. Know the facts, vote your values!

Ballot Prop resources from League of Women Voters. For each proposition, the document lays out the description, what a Yes vote means, what a No vote means, what those in favor say, what those opposed say, and the background, the provisions, and the fiscal analysis.

The farm bill, our nation’s most important anti-hunger legislation, must be reauthorized every five years. It is unlikely Congress will pass a new farm bill before the current one expires on September 30. Urge your representative to pass a short-term extension of the farm bill by September 30 and a new farm bill before the end of the year.

Tired of anger and divisiveness? Want to foster unity and compassion in your faith community? This new resource is a 5-session workshop series to help faith communities talk openly about the issues facing our country and our Church.

The Peacemaker’s Toolkit from Common Ground USA, the Multi-Faith Neighbors Network, and PERIL at American University includes a Reference Guide for Reconciliation in Your Community; a Starter Pack for beginners, and Practice Cards to to imbue peacemaking into daily life.

Another new voter engagement video from LAMA! Filmed at the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering, people of faith share their thoughts on the question, “How can people with differing opinions work together during election season?” Length 1:46.