We pray for those who are unemployed, especially all those who have lost jobs due to the COVID19 pandemic: God of justice, we remember before you those who suffer want and anxiety from lack of work. Guide the people of this land so to use our wealth and resources that all people may find suitable and fulfilling employment and receive just payment for their labor; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (ELW p.79)

Sheltering in place can leave some people feeling vulnerable to other calamities. We offer these phone numbers to folks in times of need to share with your congregation, on websites, and Facebook pages:

Earth Day - April 22, 2020: We are all stewards of God's creation, called by God to lovingly serve the earth. Even as we live in stay at home orders, here are some ways to celebrate Earth Day:

April is  National Arab American Heritage Month .  Dr. Ryan LaHurd, retired Lutheran leader in higher education and member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Chicago, Ill, shared  this blog post on Lessons in Hospitality, from Arab American brothers, sisters, and siblings.   

Governor Northam had until this past Saturday night to sign bills into law, amend or veto bills and send them back to the legislators, or to allow bills to become law without his signature. Here’s the action the Governor took on legislation that VICPP supported. We hope the General Assembly will support most of his amendments. VICPP is quite pleased with the overall outcome of the session and most of the Governor’s amendments.