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Veteran Appreciation Night

1/31/2022

 
On Saturday, January 29, the LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry was a part of Veteran Appreciation Night at the Stevenson High School vs. Barrington High School Hockey game in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry Dogs Blitz (LCC Squad), Brutus (LCC Squad), and Nigel (LCC Staff) and their veteran handlers were a part of pre-game ceremonies honoring veterans. The event was sponsored by VFW Post 2022 from Schaumburg, Illinois. 
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W.R. Meadows, Inc.

1/31/2022

 
LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Adeena (St. John - Burlington, Illinois) and Eunice (LCC Staff), and LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry Dog Britta (LCC Squad) were a comforting presence at W.R. Meadows, Inc. in Hampshire, Illinois, in the wake of an industrial accident.

The comfort dogs spent time in the plant with those most closely affected by the loss of a fellow coworker and the injury of another. The K-9s offered comfort to everyone in the office as well.
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Atonement Lutheran Church

1/31/2022

 
On Saturday, January 29, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Cubby and Devorah (Redeemer - Fort Collins, Colorado) and their handlers were honored to be invited to the service at Atonement Lutheran Church in Boulder, Colorado, to comfort those mourning the loss of beloved pets in the Marhsall Fire, including dogs, cats, horses, goats, ducks and many smaller animals.

The LCC K-9 Ministry team gave the families a small Heart of Mercy & Compassion with their pet’s name written on it. Many of those who lost their precious pets in the Marshall Fire feel alone and heartbroken, but on Saturday, Cubby and Devorah were there to love and comfort them as they released some of the sadness they were carrying.

One of the Marshall Fire victims found great comfort in having the names of her beloved cats placed on the Heart of Mercy & Compassion as a reminder that their love is always with her. We thank God for blessings us with these amazing animals He gave us to love and who love us back unconditionally. 


Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Luke 12:6

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Libby Wollner Celebration of Life Visitation

1/31/2022

 
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3
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On Saturday, January 29, nine LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their handlers from Wisconsin joined together to serve with love and compassion the family and friends of 15-year-old Libby Wollner at her Celebration of Life Visitation in Hartland, Wisconsin. Libby leaves behind her parents, Ben and Jen Wollner, and her brothers, Clayton and JP.

LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Candace (LCC Staff), Charity (Brookfield - Brookfield, Wisconsin), Dora (Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee - Milwaukee, Wisconsin), Hagar (Faith - Appleton, Wisconsin), Lila (Beautiful Savior - Mequon, Wisconsin), Mary (St. Paul's - Janesville, Wisconsin), Rhoda (Prince of Peace - Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin), Sage & Zoey (Concordia University Wisconsin - Mequon, Wisconsin) were sought out by Libby’s friends and family for a moment of comfort as they prepared for their final good-byes. During these difficult times, sometimes all we can do is be there to love them and to pray.

Please pray for Libby’s family to feel the loving arms of Jesus to give them strength, peace, and healing during this challenging time.

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Zion Lutheran School

1/31/2022

 
On Friday, January 28, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Esther (Holy Cross - Collinsville, Illinois) and Zillah (Immanuel - St. Charles, Missouri) with their handlers visited Zion Lutheran School in Bethalto, Illinois, to celebrate National Lutheran Schools Week.

Handlers Holly Gillette and Mary Burch shared the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry with all the students and gave them the opportunity to pet the dogs. The staff and students were so nice and asked great questions! 
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Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum

1/25/2022

 
The Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum is working to preserve items from the temporary memorial that was in Veteran's park as well as other items from the Christmas parade tragedy.

In the lobby of the museum, you can continue to view the tree and Hearts of Mercy & Compassion, Crosses for Losses from the temporary memorial.
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Your Donations Make a Difference

1/25/2022

 

Your Donations Will Help Salam Christian Fellowship, Lombard, Illinois, Support Refugees from Muslim Countries

On Thursday, January 20, LCC delivered a check with your donations to Pastor Hesham Shehab of Salam Christian Fellowship in Lombard, Illinois.
 
You are helping Salam meet the needs of refugees from Muslim countries and open the doors to share Jesus Christ with people who are suffering and in need of help.
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Furniture Donation Will Support Salam Christian Fellowship in Lombard, Illinois

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Thank you to LCC volunteer David Vollrath who helped pick up a furniture donation for Salam Christian Fellowship, Lombard, Illinois. The donation will help refugee families in need.

Refrigerator Donation Will Bless Chicago Hope Church

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Pastor Jason Pankau of Chicago Hope Church in Illinois is grateful for a refrigerator donation to his ministry.

Your Donations Help Support Refugee Family from Afghanistan

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LCC staff member Wayne Kolweier delivered a check with your donations to Maree Garchow, Office Administrator at Faith Lutheran Church in Lake Forest in support of the Afghanistan refugee family that Faith Lutheran is assisting.

Visitation and Funeral for Tim Reed

1/25/2022

 
When the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry receives a request to be present for the hurting, we know that God is at work.

On Friday, January 21 and Saturday, January 22, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Charity (Brookfield - Brookfield, Wisconsin), Hagar (Faith - Appleton, Wisconsin),  Lila (Beautiful Savior - Mequon, Wisconsin), Mary (St. Paul's - Janesville, Wisconsin), Rhoda (Prince of Peace - Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin), and Zoey (Concordia University Wisconsin - Mequon, Wisconsin), with their handlers and ministry partners, were present at the visitation and funeral for Tim Reed. He is now at peace and in the loving arms of our Lord. The LCC K-9 Comfort Dog ministry teams shared God’s love, comfort, and light during this very difficult time for Tim’s three beautiful daughters, his strong and caring wife, his friends, and his community.

A Heart of Mercy and Compassion and cross was requested for the family and friends to share messages of love, memories, and prayers.

Please keep this young family in your prayers as they continue to grieve. We pray they feel God’s strength, love, and healing presence to move them through when grief floods their hearts.
Concordia University Wisconsin - Mequon, Wisconsin

Trinity Lutheran School

1/18/2022

 
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3
On Tuesday, January 18, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Charity (Brookfield Lutheran - Brookfield, Wisconsin), Hagar (Faith Lutheran - Appleton, Wisconsin), and Mary (St. Paul's - Janesville, Wisconsin), along with their handlers and ministry partners, made a very special visit to Trinity Lutheran School, Hilbert, Wisconsin. The father of three of the students passed away last week after a two-year battle with cancer. Students, staff, parents, and the community have felt the pain of this loss.

The LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their team responded to give comfort, love, and a listening ear to the students and staff.  Charity, Hagar, and Mary Comfort Dogs and their handlers knew they needed to be there for the three young girls who lost their courageous father. To see the young girls smile and feel the comforting presence of Mary, Charity, and Hagar was such a gift.

LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their handlers will be present at the visitation and funeral for this young father’s family, friends, and community later in the week.

Please keep these three beautiful girls and their strong and loving mother in your prayers for God’s healing, love, and comfort.
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Help Train an LCC K-9 Comfort Dog that Will Impact Thousands of Lives Nationally

1/18/2022

 

Volunteer Apprentice Trainers Needed

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YOU can play a significant role in helping prepare these adorable puppies to make a difference in people's lives!
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Being an Apprentice Trainer is an unforgettable and rewarding experience. Many of our Apprentice Trainers choose to participate in the training program for many years because of the community of volunteers, their own spiritual growth, the staff they work with, and because they know that the dogs have a greater purpose.
 
Responsibilities include:

  • Fostering
  • Socializing
  • Weekly Training Classes
  • Training
  • Exercising

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Lutheran Church Charities pays all food, supplies, and veterinary care expenses.
 
Please note: You must be at least 18 years old to be a volunteer apprentice trainer.
 
LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Weekly Training Classes are held in Barrington, Northbrook, and East Dundee, Illinois.
 
If you live within 50 miles radius of the training locations and would like more information about the volunteer commitment needed, please email [email protected] or call 866-455-6466 ext. 118.

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