________________________________________________________________________ACTIONET   September 15, 2009

Faithful Reform in Health Care provides two new resources

and promotes Nationwide Faith Call-in Day 

Health Care is not just an issue...it's a Faith issue

Faithful Reform in Health Care, of which the ELCA is a member, has recently released two short resource guides to help advocates discern how health reform proposals currently before Congress measure up to a faith inspired vision.  While recognizing that none of the plans are perfect, these guides will help you better understand this very complex debate. These new resources can be found on LAMPa's "Faith-inspired Vision of Health Care" website on the bottom right corner. 

Also new to our site is the fifth and final installment of three new resources (newsletter article, bulletin insert, and promotional summary) in our five part summer series.  This month's resources are centered around the fourth faith inspired reform principle: Accountability.  Other principles include Accessibility, Affordability, and Inclusivity.  It's NOT too late to start using these resources in your congregation! 

Today, Faithful Reform in Health Care is partnering with many faith groups, including the ELCA, to promote a Nationwide Faith Call-in Day.  In just about 5 minutes, you can add your voice and together we can make a big impact.  If we all use the same number, 1-888-797-8717, we'll be able to calculate just how large our witness really is! Remember, you can call anytime today and leave a message - you do not have to call during regular business hours.

Below are the Tips for a Successful Phone Call, sent out today from the ELCA Washington Office.  Please do not hesitate to be in touch with LAMPa staff or Mr. Robert Francis (Director of Domestic Policy for the ELCA robert.francis@elca.org) with any questions.  As always, if you have a minute, we'd love to hear a short report of how you felt about your advocacy efforts!

Already been in touch with your Representative and Senators Casey and Specter?  There's still plenty to do!  Stay tuned for information in the coming weeks about writing Letters to the Editors and participating in community educational events!