Interfaith Advocacy Day

On February 16th, over 200 advocates from around Washington gathered at the State Capitol in Olympia for Interfaith Advocacy Day 2010.  The day was a great success as people of faith worshiped together, heard from experts about the policy and budget issues, were addressed by Gov. Chris Gregoire, and met with their elected representatives.

“Supporting Revenue to Protect Services” was the slogan for the day as attendees advocated for the new revenue necessary to prevent an all cuts budget.  Gov. Gregoire urged the gathering help legislators put a human face on services at risk, such as the Basic Health Plan and Apple Health. A big “Thank You!” to the religious partners, organizations, and advocates that made Interfaith Advocacy Day 2010 possible.

You’re Invited!

You are invited to join us for LPPO’s 7th Annual Benefit Dinner and Auction, April 25th, 2010.  This year’s theme, Courage for the Future, speaks to our ministry’s continuing commitment to working for justice in this time of economic uncertainty.  The evening is an opportunity to celebrate and support the work of LPPO as well as to honor recipients of LPPO’s Evergreen Justice Award, given to those who exhibit an outstanding commitment to strive for peace and justice in all the earth.  Come help us honor this year’s recipients, University Lutheran Church- Seattle, UFCW 21, and Jon and Juni Nelson.

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Understanding the State Budget:

A Moral Document

Wonder why people of faith should be concerned about our state budget?  Why is it so difficult to balance the budget?  Want to know what you can do?

View and print our Bulletin Insert on the State Budget.  Learn more about our priority to Generate More Revenue to Balance the Budget.

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