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East Central High School

2/26/2019

 
On Monday, February 25, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Anna (Trinity – Toledo, Ohio), Rosie (Atonement – Columbus, Ohio), and Naomi (Holy Cross – Indianapolis, Indiana), and their handlers, were invited to East Central High School in St. Leon, Indiana. While there, the K-9s offered comfort to about 400 students as they mourned the loss of a fellow student. While petting the K-9s, the students shared many happy memories of this young man’s kindness, athletic ability, and how much they will miss him.
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Passing of the Vest for LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Kezia at Emmanuel – Baltimore, Maryland

2/26/2019

 
The LCC K-9 Ministry team at Emmanuel – Baltimore, Maryland was presented LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Kezia’s vest on Sunday, February 24 as part of the Passing of Vest during worship service by Pastor Martin Schultheis and LCC representative Joel Wardenburg, Northeast Regional Coordinator. Kezia Comfort Dog’s team recently completed their training at LCC in Northbrook, Illinois, and will be a beacon to share compassionate ministry in the Greater Baltimore area. 
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Joel presented Top Dog Ric Durham with Kezia Comfort Dog’s ministry vest. He also presented an LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry vest to Veteran Ministry Partner, Joni Mercer, and an LCC K-9 Police Ministry vest to former law enforcement officer and handler, Patrick Donnelly. 

Joining in the celebration were LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Addie and Leah (Immanuel – Danbury, Connecticut), Lily (Good Shepard – Old Bridge, New Jersey), Luke (Christ the Shepard – Alpharetta, Georgia), and Amos (Our Saviors Way – Ashburn, Virginia) and their handlers.
 
We welcome Kezia Comfort Dog and her team as the first LCC K-9 Ministry located in the State of Maryland as they share the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation of Jesus Christ to those who are suffering and in need.
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LCC NID LERT Teams Make Third Trip to Panama City, Florida, to Continue Hurricane Michael Relief Efforts

2/26/2019

 
LCC NID LERT teams have been invited by Pastor Ed Brashier, Southern District Disaster Response Coordinator, to return for the third time to Panama City, Florida, to provide continued chainsaw assistance to those affected by Hurricane Michael. Eleven LERT certified chainsaw team members with heavy equipment will be deploying March 2 - 10 to Trinity Lutheran Church in Panama City.    
Pastor Ed Brashier states, “We have removed trees from over 125 homes, we now have 39 active jobs (not counting Mexico Beach that Pastor Gieseking is leading), and 16 waiting to be assessed. In my 13 years of doing disaster response, Hurricane Michael brought the worst tree damage devastation that I have seen. When Camp Trinity closes after six continuous months of operation, Panama City's tree damage will still be far from recovered.”
 
Please pray for the safety of the LERT volunteers deploying and keep the residents affected by Hurricane Michael in your prayers as they will continue to face a long recovery
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LCC K-9 Ministry Teams Comfort the Community of Aurora, Illinois, Following Shooting Tragedy

2/26/2019

 
On Monday, February 25, the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry teams deployed to Aurora, Illinois, to comfort employees returning to work following the horrific shooting on February 15 at the Henry Pratt Company. LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Ruthie, Adeena, Eve and Tobias, and their handlers met with hundreds of employees from the office and the manufacturing plant. As expected, it was a very emotional day for everyone, especially those who worked side-by-side with the victims.
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On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday last week, Comfort Dog teams spent time with students at 16 schools in the Aurora school district, comforting hundreds of students, faculty and staff each day. The district schools were on soft lockdown during the incident.

Following a tragedy such as a shooting, the effects can be far-reaching into the community. Students are anxious, teachers are anxious, and administration does their best to help everyone feeling stressed return to normal. LCC worked with Pastor Alex Merlo of Iglesia Evangelical Lutheran Church and St. Paul Lutheran Church in Aurora, Aurora School District 129, and with Aurora city officials to help bring comfort to those affected by the shooting.
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The LCC K-9 Ministry teams spread throughout the Aurora community: 20 teams served on Tuesday, 17 teams served on Wednesday, and 14 teams served on Thursday. The handlers and Comfort Dogs brought much needed serenity to the anxious school communities, and many teams met almost every child in the school they visited!
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LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Angel & Charity teams shared:

Teachers and counselors bring small groups of 4-6 students at a time to spend time with the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs. We saw lots of smiles and the Comfort Dogs got lots of hugs. Several students even asked if the dogs were there to protect them from a shooter. The Comfort Dogs were clearly needed. The teachers and staff were very appreciative!
LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Chloe & Zippy shared:

At one point a girl came in with tears in her eyes. She took one look at the Comfort Dogs and she showed signs of joy. At first, she didn’t say anything, just a peace and joyful feeling on her face. She came back about an hour later as she wanted just a bit more time, but this time she had a lot of questions while petting the Comfort Dogs.

LCC received the following thank you from Marti Neahring, Director of Student Services, District 129:

I wanted to extend a very sincere thank you for reaching out to us following the tragic situation that took place in Aurora on 2/15. We had no idea what to expect when our staff and students returned to school on Tuesday, but I can tell you that the presence of the comfort dogs and their handlers was a welcome addition to the week.
 
Thank you again,
Marti

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On February 19th and 21st, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Shiloh and Eve, along with their law enforcement handlers, visited the Aurora Police Department. They had the opportunity to meet with officers who attended special briefings intended to help them maintain their wellness following the tragic shooting. The K-9 teams also met with detectives, secretaries, records clerks, and dispatchers to thank them for their service, and let them know that they are all in our prayers!
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LCC K-9 Ministry Teams
Adeena (St. John – Burlington, Illinois)
Angel (St. John’s – La Grange, Illinois)
Asher (Faith Lutheran – Lake Forest, Illinois)
Barnabas (Trinity – Hobart, Indiana)
Bekah (Immanuel – Belvidere, Illinois)
Brutus (LCC Squad)
Charity (Brookfield Lutheran – Brookfield, Wisconsin)
Chloe (Lord of Life – Elburn, Illinois)
Cyrus (Comfort Dog in Training)
Esther (Holy Cross – Collinsville, Illinois)
Eunice (LCC Staff)
Eve (St. John’s – Lombard, Illinois)
Hannah (LCC Staff)
Isaiah (Trinity – Hobart, Indiana)
JoJo (Living Christ – Arlington Heights, Illinois)
Julia (King of Glory – Elgin, Illinois)
Kye (Immanuel – Belvidere, Illinois)
Ladel (St. Matthew – Hawthorn Woods, Illinois)
Levi (Immanuel – East Dundee, Illinois)
Malachi (St. Matthew – Hawthorn Woods, Illinois)
Marie (Comfort Dog in Training)
Ruthie (LCC Staff)
Seth (Comfort Dog in Training)
Susie (St. Peter – Arlington Heights, Illinois)
Tobias (Lord of Glory – Grayslake, Illinois)
Zippy (Trinity – Roselle, Illinois)

LCC K-9 Police Ministry Teams
Eve (St. John’s – Lombard, Illinois)
Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois)
Please join LCC in keeping the Henry Pratt Company employees, students, teachers, school staff, first responders, and the community in your prayers for continued healing in Aurora.
Donate - LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Fund

The Mission of God in Times of Pain

2/26/2019

 
All of our congregations have people who live with chronic pain and, as individuals, all of us know someone suffering from chronic pain.

CLICK HERE for an article from Church Health Magazine that provides practical ministry ways to respond to and help people in chronic pain.

Permission to reproduce for non-commercial ministry use.
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Four Categories of Desire  - Four-Part Devotion Series Begins March 4th

2/26/2019

 
Start your day with a free devotion from Tim Hetzner, President/CEO of Lutheran Church Charities. A new four-part devotional series "Four Categories of Desire” begins Monday, March 4.
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Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Banquet

2/26/2019

 
On Saturday, February 23, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Reuben (First Lutheran – Yuba City, California), and his law enforcement handler, attended the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year banquet. The event was hosted by the Marysville Exchange Club, and it was held in Yuba City, California.

It was an honor to be there to thank all the brave people (and K-9s) who work in law enforcement!
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LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry Teams Deploy to Comfort Individuals Impacted by the Shooting in Aurora, Illinois

2/19/2019

 
On Friday, February 15, five employees were killed and five police officers and another employee injured after being shot by another employee during an incident that occurred at Henry Pratt Company in Aurora, Illinois.

Twenty LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry teams were deployed on Tuesday, February 19, to serve in 7 schools in Aurora, and to work with first responders after last Friday’s tragic shooting. Additional teams will be working in schools throughout the week calming anxious children and staff who were on a soft lockdown during the incident.
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LCC continues to work with both Pastor Alex Merlo of Iglesia Evangelical Lutheran Church and St. Paul Lutheran Church in Aurora, and with Aurora city officials to help bring comfort to those affected by the shooting.

The LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry never charges those we serve as we bring the Mercy, Compassion, Presence and Proclamation of Jesus Christ to those suffering and in need. We know that comfort is needed to help this shocked and devastated community and the first responders who serve them.

Please join LCC in keeping the families, first responders, and the community in your prayers as they move through these extremely trying times.
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Critical Financial Help Still Needed for Four Homes of Mercy in Bethany Israel

2/19/2019

 
LCC President / CEO Tim Hetzner Delivers Essential Supplies
from LCC Donors & Learns of On-Going Financial Needs

Four Homes of Mercy in Bethany Israel cares for 68 mentally and physically disabled children and adults. They are always in desperate need of resources to care for those who cannot care for themselves. While there, Tim Hetzner learned that the staff has not been paid in three months. 
On Saturday, February 9, LCC President / CEO Tim Hetzner and his tour group brought essential needs purchased with generous LCC donor funds, such as cold medications, Desitin, digital thermometers, glucose check machines and strips, and aspirins to Four Homes of Mercy. These items are very expensive and even difficult to get in Israel. LCC also presented them with financial assistance from our donors.
president and CEO of charity learning of new needs at special needs organization
The employees and volunteers at Four Homes of Mercy were very thankful to receive these items to care for their residents. Residents and staff were happy to see Tim and spend time with him and his tour group. What a blessing to be able to provide for their physical needs and share the mercy, compassion, presence and proclamation of Jesus Christ to those suffering and in need.

Your Financial Support Is Still Needed

Four Home of Mercy continues to need on-going financial support for their ministry. If you are moved to help those who cannot help themselves, please consider making a donation now to help. Dollar per dollar it will go to meet the needs of the residents at Four Homes of Mercy.
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Thank you for your help in helping those who Jesus cares for.

Tim Hetzner
President / CEO
Lutheran Church Charities

LCC K-9 Ministry Teams Comfort Law Enforcement, Military, Family and Friends of Milwaukee Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty

2/19/2019

 
Milwaukee Police Officer Matthew Rittner (age 35) was killed in the line of duty on February 6, 2019. He was shot while assisting with the execution of a search warrant. Matthew was a 17 year veteran of the police department, and ten year member of the Tactical Enforcement Unit. He was a decorated officer, who had earned the Medal of Valor and the Meritorious Service Award for heroic actions to save lives.

Matthew was also a U.S. Marine who served multiple tours of duty in Iraq, and saw combat there. He saved the life of a fellow soldier who was injured in combat. Matthew applied a tourniquet to stop a bleeding wound, and then carried the wounded soldier through enemy fire to a location where a helicopter rescue could be accomplished.
The Wisconsin Honor Guard Association reached out to Patrick Quinn, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Coordinator, to invite LCC K-9 Police Ministry and LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry teams to the visitations of Officer Rittner. Teams met with Matthew's family members, law enforcement personnel from all over the United States, military members, and others who came to pay their respects.

Matthew was a son, brother, husband, father, soldier, and police officer who dedicated himself to serving others, and who saved lives. Matthew is survived by his wife, and young son.

"Well done, good and faithful servant!" Matthew 25:21
 
The following LCC K-9 Ministry Teams were blessed to serve:

LCC K-9 Police Ministry:
Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois)
Charity (Brookfield Lutheran – Brookfield, Wisconsin)
Dora (LHSA of Greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin)

LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry:
Brutus (LCC Squad)’
Rhoda (Prince of Peace – Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin)

Two days after the funeral, an email was sent to Patrick Quinn from Matthew's fellow Marine and police officer, Josh Horton, who wrote:

"It was a pleasure to meet you guys, and thank you so much for coming to spend time with us all, and to help comfort Matt's Marine and Police teammates during this difficult time. We all very much appreciated the thought and time you took to be there.

Highest Regard,
Josh"

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