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Urgent Appeal: LCC Disaster Response Deploys to Jefferson City, Missouri & Linwood, Kansas

5/30/2019

 
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“How Long, O Lord?” Psalm 13:1
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Watseka, Illinois
A heartfelt thank you for your support of our deployment this past Memorial Weekend to Watseka, Illinois. We were on the ground Friday through Sunday, and because of the outpouring of support – both people and resources – we were able to finish all the affected areas from the 90mph winds that went through that area! All of you are a blessing to them and us! Thank you.

Nebraska Flooding
LCC continues to provide financial assistance to families in Nebraska, through Trinity – Fremont, Good Shepherd – Fremont, and Christ Lincoln – Lincoln, that are still recovering from the flooding this spring.
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Linwood, Kansas
Yesterday, LCC Disaster Response received an invite from Rev. Ross Johnson, Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) Disaster Response Director, and Donna Williams, Northeast Kansas District Disaster Response Coordinator to go into Linwood, Kansas. It was hit with an EF4 tornado with winds of 170mph that was on the ground for 32 miles. At times, it was a mile wide which devastated both Linwood and Lawrence.

Linwood is a small rural town of approximately 400 people, located 30 miles west of Kansas City, Missouri. They greatly need our expertise and assistance.
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Jefferson City, Missouri
We also received an invite from Kent Kunkel, one of the Missouri District Disaster Response Coordinators (and also an LCC K-9 Comfort Dog handler) into the Missouri capital of Jefferson City. The Missouri tornado tore a 32-mile path through that area causing devastating damage, especially in one of the poorest sections of Jefferson City.

Meanwhile, we still have teams working in sections of the Northern Illinois District (NID) from the storms that have taken down limbs and trees, and caused flooding.
“For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you,
Do not fear; I will help you.”
 Isaiah 41:13

Please keep all the above people in your prayers, including all the LCC Disaster Response volunteers and staff as we deploy out in various locations.
 
Please consider a donation to the LCC Disaster Response General Fund or LCC Equipment Maintenance & Fuel Expense Fund so that we may continue to show the mercy, compassion, presence and proclamation of Jesus Christ to those suffering and in need.
DONATE - DISASTER RESPONSE FUND
DONATE - DISASTER RESPONSE EQUIPMENT
Your prayers, support, and involvement help Make A Difference – in the name of Jesus to those suffering.
 
Serving Together, Serving Others in Need, as We Serve Jesus!
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Tim Hetzner
President/CEO 

Lutheran Church Charities
LCC works in coordination with LCMS Disaster Response national
and local districts of the LCMS.

LCC LERT Volunteers Help Residents in Watseka, Illinois, Recover from Tornadoes, Storms, and High Winds

5/28/2019

 
Lutheran Church Charities was invited to respond to a disaster early in the morning of Thursday, May 23, by Calvary Lutheran Church Congregational President, Denney Smith in Watseka, Illinois. This was after 90 mph straight line winds went through the town.
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LCC LERT Teams Respond to 90 mph Straight Line Wind Storm in Watseka, Illinois
view video of LCC LERT Teams in Watseka
Within 24 hours, Lutheran Church Charities had boots on the ground early Friday, May 24, with staff and volunteers to begin damage assessments to provide chainsaw and heavy equipment assistance over Memorial Day weekend.

On Saturday, May 25, 40 Northern Illinois District (NID) and 8 Central Illinois District (CID) LERT team members worked together to clear trees and debris from 19 homes. On Sunday, May 26, 11 NID LERT team members, along with Denney Smith from Calvary, completed boom lift and chainsaw work that was begun on Saturday.
Teams present came from the Northern and Central Illinois Districts:
 
Calvary Lutheran – Watseka
Immanuel – Palatine
Immanuel – Shebonier
Lord of Life – Elburn
Prince of Peace – Palatine
Shepherd of the Hills – McHenry
St. John – Wheaton
St. Matthew – Hawthorn Woods
St. Peter – Schaumburg
St. Peter’s – North Plato
Trinity – Bloomington
Trinity – Lisle
Trinity – Pekin
Trinity – Roanoke
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Our team members were welcomed by the congregation and community who were very grateful for our willingness to travel and offer this assistance, especially over a holiday weekend.

Calvary Lutheran
had several trees badly damaged around their property. Several LERT team members worked there all day to remove trees that were straddling the church and their neighbor’s property in a very twisted mess.
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Helping a Widow with Extensive Damage to Large Farm
One of the homeowners we helped this weekend was Donna. She was a widow with a home on a large farm. The wind destroyed two barns, scattered debris all over her property, peeled back a metal roof on another barn, uprooted several trees and damaged others, pieces of debris went through the walls of her home, siding damage, and left her without power for three days. LCC staff members Kathy O'Day and Jamie Miller met her the day after the storm while assessing homes. She felt overwhelmed and was clearly distraught. She was assured that LERT team members would come to her home the next day to begin debris removal and chainsaw work.
As she watched the teams work on her property, she was so happy and in awe of everything that was done in two days with LERT volunteers. All received hugs and many thanks for helping restore her home, giving her hope as she continues to wait for insurance for other work to be done.
Cleanup After Devastating Storm
Kathy O’Day, LCC Director of Disaster Response

(Saturday, May 25, 2019 – WCIA / Miranda Meister)
view broadcast and read the article
LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Mahlah’s Groomer Happy to Receive Help
Another homeowner we assisted with removing three damaged trees is the groomer for LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Mahlah (Our Savior – Milford, Illinois). She was thrilled to see Lutheran Church Charities at her home since she is so familiar with our ministry. When Kathy O'Day arrived at her home to assess damage she said, “I never thought I would need your help, but I’m so glad you are here.”
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LCC never charges those we serve and will never profit from our service as Christians. We have established a fund to help offset equipment and operating expenses for our volunteers and purchase equipment as needed.
 
Please consider a donation to the Lutheran Church Charities Disaster Response Equipment Maintenance & Fuel Expense Fund so that our LERT disaster response teams may continue to show the mercy, compassion, presence and proclamation of Jesus Christ to those suffering and in need.
Donate - DR Equipment Maintenance & Fuel Expense Fund
Donate - Disaster Response Fund

LCC Attends Northern Illinois District General Pastors Conference

5/28/2019

 
Lutheran Church Charities was present at the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod’s Northern Illinois District (NID) General Pastors Conference held at Concordia University Chicago last week. President & CEO Tim Hetzner, Director of K-9 Ministries Rich Martin, and Director of Disaster Response Kathy O’Day met and greeted the pastors of the NID.
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LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Ruthie, Hannah and Jacob (LCC Staff), Angel (St. John’s – La Grange, Illinois), Levi (Immanuel – East Dundee, Illinois), Susie (St. Peter – Arlington Heights, Illinois), and Tobias (Lord of Glory – Grayslake, Illinois) also enjoyed spending time with all those in attendance, including NID President, Rev. Dr. Allan Buss.
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LCC LERT Teams Respond to Storm and Tornado Damage in Northern Illinois District and Indiana

5/28/2019

 
Lutheran Church Charities closely monitored all of the storms that occurred Monday afternoon and evening on May 27 throughout our Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) Northern Illinois District. We spoke with many LERT team leaders and pastors immediately after the storms for damage reports from their churches, members, and communities.
 
A microburst with 70 mph winds, heavy rain, and 2”-3” hail struck Oswego and Yorkville causing tree and home damage, and flash flooding in many areas of these towns. The Cross Yorkville/Helmar LERT team began chainsaw work on Tuesday morning to assist their community.
Several other communities – such as Bolingbrook, Naperville, Romeoville, and Oak Lawn – experienced flash flooding after 5” of rain fell in 1 hour.
 
Lutheran Church Charities also assessed damage on Tuesday in Sauk Village, Illinois, and Dyer, Indiana, after a tornado touched down in these communities that straddle the Illinois-Indiana border. It is reported that 100 homes were damaged between these 2 towns with much tree and roof damage. We will continue to monitor storms throughout this week and assess any damage that occurs to determine if assistance is needed.
 
Please keep all in your prayers, including the safety of our LERT volunteers as they serve those who are affected by the storms. We ask that you prayerfully consider financial support to help us help the individuals in the communities who are trying to recover from the storm damage.
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Chicago Fire Department EMS Day

5/28/2019

 
Wednesday, May 22, was EMS Day at the Chicago Fire Department. Many Chicago Fire Department and Chicago Police Department personnel were recognized for their heroic accomplishments. Thank you to Commissioner Richard Ford and for all the work of the brave men and women of the Chicago Fire Department.

LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Ruthie, Emma, and Jacob (LCC Staff), and Charity (Brookfield Lutheran – Brookfield, Wisconsin) were there to greet and support all who serve us every day.
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Friendship Lutheran Church LERT Team Member Assists with Hurricane Florence Recovery

5/28/2019

 
Joetta Morgan, LERT team member from Friendship Lutheran Church, answered the call for assistance from the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) Southeastern District. She traveled to Calvary Lutheran Church in Jacksonville, North Carolina, to help residents still recovering from Hurricane Florence that occurred last September.

Joetta spent this past week with a team of volunteers from North and South Carolina. They laid flooring, sanded and spackled walls to prepare for painting, installed door knobs, completed simple electrical work, and sprayed for mold and mildew. Before Joetta left, she presented the homeowner with a prayer shawl made at her church. Wanda and her husband were so appreciative of everything the group did. It was a wonderful experience and a blessing to serve.

Thirty-Six LERT Team Members Participated in Advanced Training for Disaster Assessment

5/28/2019

 
The Trinity Lutheran LERT team in Lisle, Illinois, hosted a LERT Advanced Training - Disaster Assessment on Thursday, May 23. It was co-led by Kathy O’Day, LCC Director of Disaster Response, and Advanced Team Leader, Derek Kowalczyk.

There were 36 LERT team members from Illinois present representing:

Cross/Helmar – Yorkville
Immanuel – Belvidere
Immanuel – Palatine
King of Glory – Elgin
Lord of Life – LaFox
Prince of Peace – Palatine
St. John – Wheaton
St. Peter – Hampshire
St. Peter – Schaumburg
Trinity – Lisle
Trinity – Roselle
Zion – Ottawa
This training was developed by LCC to teach experienced LERT team members how to assess homes that have been flooded to determine how volunteers can provide muck and gut services and mold remediation. It also covered how to assess tree and home damage after a storm, tornado, or hurricane to determine how volunteers can provide chainsaw services and possible roof tarping.

Through the presentation of various scenarios, LERT team members were shown how to complete LCC LERT work orders for volunteers with an accurate description of damage, equipment needed to safely and effectively complete work, and any other special instructions to pass along as jobs are assigned to teams during a deployment.

100th Annual Memorial Day Parade – Arlington Heights, Illinois

5/28/2019

 
On Monday, May 27, the LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry was honored to be a part of the 100th Annual Memorial Day Parade in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Kare 9s Levi (Immanuel – East Dundee, Illinois) and Navy veteran handler Joe, Kare 9 Tobias (Lord of Glory – Grayslake, Illinois) and Army veteran handler Wayne, and Kare 9 Brutus (LCC Squad) and Navy veteran handler Gene joined 3000-plus marchers to honor those members of our Armed Forces who gave their last, best effort to defend our freedoms. A highlight for the Kare 9s and their handlers was meeting Brigadier General Kris Belanger, Commanding General, U.S. Army Reserve, 85th Support Command.
Donate - Kare 9 Military Ministry Fund

Greenfield (WI) Police Department

5/28/2019

 
On Sunday, May 26, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Charity (Brookfield Lutheran – Brookfield, Wisconsin) was requested by the Greenfield (WI) Police Department to assist with a young boy who was brought to the station because of some family trouble at his home.

A police sergeant gave the boy a stuffed comfort dog from a supply at the station until Police Ministry Dog Charity arrived. She was then able to offer him comfort until specialists could arrive to further help him with his situation.

"...I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow." Jeremiah 31:13
Donate - K-9 Police Ministry Fund
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The Savannah Mile Walk

5/28/2019

 
On Saturday, May 25, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Lizzie (Trinity – Savannah, Georgia) attended The Savannah Mile Walk held at Forsyth Park.

The event was a fundraiser organized by the 200 Club of Coastal Empire and proceeds will support the family members of fallen first responders. Comfort was offered to many first responders and others who were there to support a great cause.

"Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends."  John 15:13
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