Let us strive together for justice and peace! Vote today!

“Casting our ballots and serving our neighbor by ensuring that all voices are heard is one way in which we live out our affirmation of baptism to “serve all people, following the example of our Lord Jesus,” and “to strive for justice and peace in all the earth.”

– The Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, Presiding Bishop of the ELCA

As people of faith, we can play a unique role in this election cycle by empowering every voice in our communities and offering a hope-filled vision of the future for all people. We vote faithfully because we know the importance of lifting our voices together to further God’s work in our world.

On this Election Day…

KNOW WHERE TO VOTE. Research the candidates and any ballot measures that you will be asked to vote on. Also, go prepared with a full understanding of your state’s voter ID requirements. Click here, then enter your address for more information!  

EQUIP YOURSELF WITH VOTER PROTECTION TOOLS. Make sure you know where to turn for help if any problems occur when casting your ballot. Check out the United Church of Christ’s election protection resources to learn more.

SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE AND ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO VOTE. Share photos of your civic engagement experience using #VoteFaithfully and #ELCAvotes!

PRAY TOGETHER WITH YOUR COMMUNITY. Join people of faith across the country and around the world by praying for our local, state, and national governments.

Almighty God, we lift before you all who govern this nation. May those who hold power understand that it is a trust from you to be used, not for personal glory or for profit, but for the service of the people. Drive from us cynicism, selfishness, and corruption; grant in your mercy just and honest government; and give us grace to live together in unity and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

 (Lutheran Book of Worship, p.77)