What We Do
LCPPM Mission Statement
Lutheran Coalition for Public Policy in Minnesota, in response to God's love, seeks to engage all people of faith in the promotion of public policy that supports peace, justice and care for all of God's Creation.In the spirit of Martin Luther’s call to make a difference in this world, LCPPM engages people of faith by:
- Networking
- Educating
- Advocating
Who We Are
As a state public policy office of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), the Lutheran Coalition for Public Policy in Minnesota (LCPPM) addresses biblical values such as concern for people living in poverty and struggling with hunger and disease, hospitality to strangers, and care for creation.
Our ministry is mandated, guided, and governed by the ELCA. Lutherans believe advocacy is a public witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ where the Church speaks with and on behalf of others in need.
The LCPPM is one of 11 state public policy offices of the ELCA and is a partner ministry of the six ELCA Minnesota Synods representing nearly 1,200 congregations throughout the state of Minnesota.
Networking, Educating, Advocating
Networking
Join the LCPPM advocacy network and promote public policy that supports peace, justice and care for all of God’s Creation. Through our network, you will build connections with people of faith around the state on the issues that connect you to the actions of your faith. To join, click on "Join Our Network" at the top of this page.
Our Beliefs
LCPPM is motivated by faith in Jesus Christ and acts according to his teachings.
Matthew 25:34-40 says, “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’
Staff
Rev. Mark Peters, Director of the LCPPM
Amy Chatelaine, Intern
Jillian Emery, Intern
Judy Jones, IT Support Volunteer
Policy Council
LCPPM’s Policy Council shapes our policy priorities. It is comprised of three representatives from each of the six ELCA synods in Minnesota.
