Annie Lynsen offers the following ways that you can become ONE of the many people involved in this campaign.

	Order the White ONE wristband and tell your friends about the campaign. Photo by Annie Lynsen

Not only do I work in advocacy, it is my belief as a Christian that we are all called to it. As Lutherans, in affirmation of baptism, God calls
us “to strive for justice and peace in all the earth.” The Bible compels
us to use our voices for justice.
Here are six ways you can help
end extreme poverty.
 

The declaration says, "WE BELIEVE that in the best American tradition of helping others help themselves, now is the time to join with other countries in a historic pact for compassion and justice to help the poorest people of the world overcome AIDS and extreme poverty. WE RECOGNIZE that a pact including such measures as fair trade, debt relief, fighting corruption and directing additional resources for basic needs — education, health, clean water, food, and care for orphans —would transform the futures and hopes of an entire generation in the poorest countries, at a cost equal to just ONE percent more of the U.S. budget. WE COMMIT ourselves — ONE person, ONE voice, ONE vote at a time — to make a better, safer world for all."


Make your voice heard on issues that make a difference to people living in poverty, both in the United States and around the world.


Resources about ONE Lutheran and the Millennium Development Goals are available for your women's group or congregation. There is a wide selection of resources to choose from: ONE Lutheran/Millennium Goals brochure, Wallet-size ONE Lutheran cards with Millennium Development Goals, letter writing Toolkit, "The Basics" ELCA World Hunger Bulletin insert, "For Such a Time as This" ELCA World Hunger "Basics" DVD. The items above with the exception of the Toolkit, are free, with free shipping.


Tell your friends about the campaign and demonstrate your commitment to ending poverty. By spreading the word, you help add more voices to this cause. The bands come in packages of 10 and larger; each band is $1. Order white ONE wristbands.


A few simple steps is all it takes to commit your congregation to the ONE Lutheran Campaign. Order the resources listed above and start today!


You can write a letter or set up a meeting with the state office of your federal legislators to advocate for the Millennium Development Goals.

More information about the ONE Campaign.

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