Scholarship Goal: $54,000 |
| Latreveon’s mom shares that she is prayerful that he will continue his education at Christ the King. The small class size, Christian education, and family atmosphere bring structure and support to Latreveon and their family. Cayman’s mom shares that she is grateful for all the help that your donations provide to her son. It’s important for Cayman to remain at Christ the King Lutheran School this year. The Christian education Cayman receives is so important for his future. |  |
A few weeks ago, LCC received a request from Sheryl DeWitt, Executive Director of Redeeming Life Outreach Ministries (RLOM), LCC's ministry partner, for a vehicle for a single mom from the RLOM Florida Maternity Home in Sanford, Florida. Kierlena has been with Redeeming Life for almost a year. She has an 8-month-old son and is getting ready to move into their transitional housing program to continue her journey toward independence and stability.
Sheryl provided the following update about Kierlena:
Kierlena has been a delight to work with over the last year, and I have all confidence she would be a good steward of this kind of gift. Since giving birth to her baby, she has been working full time at a daycare center as well as working on getting her GED. She is a model resident! She was born in Haiti (she grew up in an orphanage there). She is a wonderful mother and very determined to make a good and safe life for her and her son. We love her dearly. Thanks to you and the entire staff for all you do to help God's people. Please let me know if you need anything further from us.
Peace in Christ,
Sheryl DeWitt
Executive Director
Redeeming Life Outreach Ministries
Sheryl provided the following update about Kierlena:
Kierlena has been a delight to work with over the last year, and I have all confidence she would be a good steward of this kind of gift. Since giving birth to her baby, she has been working full time at a daycare center as well as working on getting her GED. She is a model resident! She was born in Haiti (she grew up in an orphanage there). She is a wonderful mother and very determined to make a good and safe life for her and her son. We love her dearly. Thanks to you and the entire staff for all you do to help God's people. Please let me know if you need anything further from us.
Peace in Christ,
Sheryl DeWitt
Executive Director
Redeeming Life Outreach Ministries
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If you have a vehicle in Florida to donate, please contact LCC at LCC@LutheranChurchCharities or call 866-455-6466.
Please prayerfully consider helping Kierlena with the gift of a donated vehicle or a monetary donation toward purchasing a used vehicle so that Kierlena can continue her journey towards independence.
Please prayerfully consider helping Kierlena with the gift of a donated vehicle or a monetary donation toward purchasing a used vehicle so that Kierlena can continue her journey towards independence.
Last week your donations were delivered to Pastor Jamie Holt at St Mark’s Lutheran Church in St. Charles, Illinois. LCC received the following update from St Mark’s:
Thank you so much for your continued support of this mom and her children. The need is great and continuous.
The children are back in school and doing well. Mom is trying very hard to get the house on the market since the mortgage payment is high. She has a line on a job, but it won't be feasible until late October. In the meantime, she is doing odd jobs here and there that don't pay very much. She thanks you all so very much for all the support and prayers.
Thank you to all that have donated. The need for this family is great and ongoing. If so moved, please consider a donation to help this mother provide for her family.
Thank you so much for your continued support of this mom and her children. The need is great and continuous.
The children are back in school and doing well. Mom is trying very hard to get the house on the market since the mortgage payment is high. She has a line on a job, but it won't be feasible until late October. In the meantime, she is doing odd jobs here and there that don't pay very much. She thanks you all so very much for all the support and prayers.
Thank you to all that have donated. The need for this family is great and ongoing. If so moved, please consider a donation to help this mother provide for her family.
Tim Hetzner, LCC President/CEO, was honored to accept a generous donation from Ray Cowin raised during the 2nd Annual Andrew Whowell Memorial Golf Outing at Villa Olivia Golf Course, Bartlett, Illinois, for LCC K-9 Police Ministry.
The golf outing brought together many of Andy's friends and family to honor his memory and was a fundraiser for the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. The Andrew Whowell Memorial Golf Outing raised $2,750 for the LCC K-9 Police Ministry in honor of Andy and the good works he did as an LCC K-9 Police Ministry handler.
Andy was a retired Deputy Chief for the Arlington Heights Police Department and an amazing handler for LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Susie (St. Peter - Arlington Heights, Illinois). Both Andy and Susie are Permanently Deployed Serving the Saints and are missed every day by many.
LCC thanks Ray Cowin for organizing the Andrew Whowell Golf Outing and his support for the LCC K-9 Ministry.
The golf outing brought together many of Andy's friends and family to honor his memory and was a fundraiser for the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. The Andrew Whowell Memorial Golf Outing raised $2,750 for the LCC K-9 Police Ministry in honor of Andy and the good works he did as an LCC K-9 Police Ministry handler.
Andy was a retired Deputy Chief for the Arlington Heights Police Department and an amazing handler for LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Susie (St. Peter - Arlington Heights, Illinois). Both Andy and Susie are Permanently Deployed Serving the Saints and are missed every day by many.
LCC thanks Ray Cowin for organizing the Andrew Whowell Golf Outing and his support for the LCC K-9 Ministry.
On Friday, August 27th, and Saturday, August 28th, the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs were invited to participate in the Kirkpatrick Foundation Animal Conference in Oklahoma City.
Being a national ministry, we were able to provide five LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their ministry teams from three states at the conference:
Kansas
Oklahoma
Texas
Being a national ministry, we were able to provide five LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their ministry teams from three states at the conference:
Kansas
- LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Keren and her team Carol Kratzner and John Kratzner (Immanuel - Ellsworth, Kansas)
Oklahoma
- LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Miriam and her team Heather McCarty and Denise Jeck (Emmanuel - Kingfisher, Oklahoma)
- LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Persis and her team Roxanne Hurry and Steve Hurry (King of Kings - Glenpool, Oklahoma)
Texas
- LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Elijah and his team Eddie Carlton and Steve Marten (Our Redeemer - Wichita Falls, Texas)
- LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Triton and his team Mary Jo Cuny and Katherine Wolfe (Messiah - Plano, Texas)
 | On Friday, the teams started their day greeting attendees to the Animal Conference at the Contemporary Arts Museum. The Kirkpatrick Foundation set up several visits for the Comfort Dogs to do what we do best -- being out in the community offering comfort to those in need. The group visited the Kipp OKC school and met with excited 4th and 5th graders who had a chance to learn about the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry and spend time with each of the Comfort Dogs. |
Then onto the Harding Fine Arts Academy visiting with high school students who thought this was one of the best days ever!
The last stop of the day was visiting with staff at the Oklahoma Children’s Hospital. The staff is feeling the pressure of long hours and little break from the many children hospitalized.
On Saturday, the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their ministry teams visited with children and adults at the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum.
The LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs were well received by all at our visits, and we thank the Kirkpatrick Foundation for the opportunity to serve out in the community.
The last stop of the day was visiting with staff at the Oklahoma Children’s Hospital. The staff is feeling the pressure of long hours and little break from the many children hospitalized.
On Saturday, the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their ministry teams visited with children and adults at the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum.
The LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs were well received by all at our visits, and we thank the Kirkpatrick Foundation for the opportunity to serve out in the community.
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The Saturday event with the Comfort Dogs was amazing! About 25 kids attended the event and they had a fabulous time. The kids made sure to meet each dog and loved getting the individual trading cards.
Lynne, Director of Educational Experience
Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum
I cannot say thank you enough for thinking of our students and providing this very much-needed dose of serotonin! I saw some kids literally bouncing away. What a wonderful opportunity and we are truly grateful.
Barry Schmelzenbach, Superintendent
Harding Fine Arts Academy
Your visit today was an absolute hit! We had a wonderful turnout, a ton of smiles, lots of compliments, and plenty of care team members feeling refreshed… even amidst the heat.
Sara, Director, Volunteers & Philanthropy Services
Oklahoma Children’s Hospital
LCC's K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry never goes where we are not invited. We NEVER charge those we serve.
Helping with Property Recovery, but most of all Lives!
Working with LCMS Disaster Response, Districts & Churches to Help Impacted Individuals and Families with Recovery Efforts
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18)
I REMEMBER ….
16 years ago – Katrina hit
Now Ida
But no matter when and where – LCC responds!
It’s what LCC did and still does because of Your Support – Then and Now!
Tim Hetzner
16 years ago – Katrina hit
Now Ida
But no matter when and where – LCC responds!
It’s what LCC did and still does because of Your Support – Then and Now!
Tim Hetzner
On August 29, the 16th anniversary of the devastating Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Ida made landfall in southern Louisiana with Category 4 strength of 150+ mph winds, slamming into Port Fourchon, Leeville, and Grand Isle. One of the strongest storms to make landfall is now a massive tropical storm moving slowly at 8 mph but plowing a destructive path through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, and Florida.
Your Donations Are Needed to Help People Severely Impacted
Tim Hetzner, LCC President/CEO, and Kathy O’Day, LCC Director of Disaster Response, have been monitoring the storm since Sunday and are in close contact with Rev. Ross Johnson and Rev. Michael Meyer from the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) Disaster Response, as well as District Presidents and Disaster Response Coordinators.
Pastor Ed Brashier, Southern District Disaster Response Coordinator, will begin assessments in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama as soon as it is safe to do so. Mid-South District President Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola stated he would closely watch the storm’s path through his district in Mississippi and Tennessee. Both intend to keep LCC posted on the effects of Hurricane Ida on their respective Districts and how LCC can assist with recovery efforts.
Pastor Ed Brashier, Southern District Disaster Response Coordinator, will begin assessments in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama as soon as it is safe to do so. Mid-South District President Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola stated he would closely watch the storm’s path through his district in Mississippi and Tennessee. Both intend to keep LCC posted on the effects of Hurricane Ida on their respective Districts and how LCC can assist with recovery efforts.
Packing a powerful punch, Ida continues to produce flash flooding as well as tornadoes as it moves inland over the next several days. Emergency Management is currently reporting one homeowner death from a fallen tree on a home in Ascension Parish. Other residents are being rescued from attics and rooftops in LaPlace, Louisiana. Over one million residents and businesses are without power which may take weeks to restore. Much of Louisiana has lost water supply due to the storm. Both Louisiana and Mississippi will experience major power outages, water and gas shortages for several weeks. Extensive damage has been reported in the following cities so far:
Louisiana: Delacroix, Golden Meadow, Gray, Grand Island, Houma, LaPlace, Leeville, New Orleans, Port Fourchon, Raceland, Venice
Mississippi: Gulfport, Jackson
Louisiana: Delacroix, Golden Meadow, Gray, Grand Island, Houma, LaPlace, Leeville, New Orleans, Port Fourchon, Raceland, Venice
Mississippi: Gulfport, Jackson
Please pray for the safety of those in the path of Hurricane Ida and for all of the first responders, volunteers, and LCMS and LCC Disaster Response teams who serve them. If you are so moved, please donate generously to help LCC support the recovery efforts in the hardest-hit communities.
Lutheran Church Charities Disaster Response stands ready to show the Mercy, Compassion, Presence and Proclamation of Jesus Christ to those suffering and in need.
“I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1-2
LCC never goes where we are not invited.
We NEVER charge those we serve!
LCC never goes where we are not invited.
We NEVER charge those we serve!
Thank you for your prayers, support, and involvement to help Make A Difference – in the name of Jesus to those in need.
Serving Together, Serving Others in Need, as We Serve Jesus!
Tim Hetzner
President/CEO
Lutheran Church Charities
LCC works in coordination with LCMS Disaster Response national and local districts of the LCMS.
President/CEO
Lutheran Church Charities
LCC works in coordination with LCMS Disaster Response national and local districts of the LCMS.
2,100 + Killed, 12,000 Injured
Your donations needed for LCC to purchase
desperately needed supplies for most vulnerable Haitians
On Saturday, August 14, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti taking more than 2,100 lives, decimating homes, schools, offices, and churches across the country and leaving hospitals overwhelmed with thousands more injured.
Meanwhile, Grace lashed Haiti as a tropical depression on Monday, August 16, dumping up to 10 inches of rain before regaining tropical storm status early Tuesday. The heavy rains pelted people huddling in fields and searching for survivors.
To make matters worse, Haiti is also struggling with the coronavirus pandemic, recovery from other disasters, and the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse last month.
Meanwhile, Grace lashed Haiti as a tropical depression on Monday, August 16, dumping up to 10 inches of rain before regaining tropical storm status early Tuesday. The heavy rains pelted people huddling in fields and searching for survivors.
To make matters worse, Haiti is also struggling with the coronavirus pandemic, recovery from other disasters, and the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse last month.
Our Mission Partners in Haiti now have people on the ground doing assessments. The most urgent needs are still for water, food, hygiene kits, and blue tarps, which can be used to make temporary shelters. There is also a need for funds for search and rescue and medical teams responding to the crisis.
Travel to the most affected areas is still difficult but not impossible, so the desperately needed supplies can be purchased in Haiti and delivered to the affected areas.
Travel to the most affected areas is still difficult but not impossible, so the desperately needed supplies can be purchased in Haiti and delivered to the affected areas.
| Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere and is in desperate need of help. Our Mission Partners will use your donations to bring relief to those most affected by this latest disaster. Please donate generously to help the people of Haiti as they once again face a devastating humanitarian crisis. |  |
Scholarships Needed For Christ The King Lutheran School Students
Scholarship Goal: $54,000
to Support 18 of the School's Total and Growing Enrollment through the 2021-2022 School Year
Pastor John and Principal Geri Brazeal continue their 47-year ministry in the city of Chicago. In the Bronzeville community, Christ the King Lutheran School provides small classes, violin lessons, dance classes, and services that help serve the well-being of the students. The school has a community garden, where the students learn about plants, growing their own food and serving those in need, providing fresh food to their neighbors.
As the church's finances changed, Pastor John and Geri, out of their love of the students and commitment to their community, do not take a salary.
Supporting Christ the King Lutheran School is an investment in an incredible ministry where life-changing relationships are established, and an incredible education is earned.
As the church's finances changed, Pastor John and Geri, out of their love of the students and commitment to their community, do not take a salary.
Supporting Christ the King Lutheran School is an investment in an incredible ministry where life-changing relationships are established, and an incredible education is earned.
Your Donations Make a Difference in Taniya's and Sheridan's Lives
| Taniya’s mom shares: “Taniya is entering 8th grade, a developmental milestone. We are excited about this school year and would really love for her to be able to graduate from Christ the King. She loves playing violin, dancing, and learning new things. Taniya’s father, the sole provider, passed away due to COVID-19, which has created uncertainty for Taniya. The stability and family of Christ the King School is important for her as she prepares to enter high school." |  Taniya helping unload food that was delivered to families in the Christ the King community. |
 Sheridan celebrating her birthday with Christ the King students Taniya and Zayd. | Sheridan’s mom shares: "Sheridan loves Christ the King Lutheran School, and the education she is getting there is great. We wouldn’t want our child educated anywhere else! Due to family financial responsibilities, we are asking for help with Sheridan’s tuition." Please prayerfully consider sponsoring a child, $3000 for a year of schooling, or donate as you are able, that they may have hope for their future! |
Your generous donation will enable Christ the King to continue the ministry of Christ-changing lives through their dedicated staff.
On Saturday, August 21, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Charity (Brookfield - Brookfield, Wisconsin), Mary (St. Paul's - Janesville, Wisconsin), and Rhoda (Prince of Peace - Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin) were present at Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse Children’s Memorial Walk in Maryville, Wisconsin. The Comfort Dogs brought comfort to families suffering from the death of their children.
"We spoke with many families who had lost a child - the afternoon was filled with emotional moments and parents who wanted to share their feelings and stories. Several families expressed appreciation for the "comfort" of the dogs and their presence. A person always thinks of the parents, but there were many siblings who also suffered a loss. We witnessed a lot of courage, faith in God, and strength in these families. It was moving to see the "extra" love parents had for their remaining children after losing one."
Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse: A Child Loss Safe Haven is a nonprofit charity organization located in the heart of Dodge County, Wisconsin. Their mission is to be a child loss safe haven to all parents suffering with the heartache of experiencing the loss of their child by providing positive grieving tools for families that need extra tools in their grief toolbox.
"We spoke with many families who had lost a child - the afternoon was filled with emotional moments and parents who wanted to share their feelings and stories. Several families expressed appreciation for the "comfort" of the dogs and their presence. A person always thinks of the parents, but there were many siblings who also suffered a loss. We witnessed a lot of courage, faith in God, and strength in these families. It was moving to see the "extra" love parents had for their remaining children after losing one."
Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse: A Child Loss Safe Haven is a nonprofit charity organization located in the heart of Dodge County, Wisconsin. Their mission is to be a child loss safe haven to all parents suffering with the heartache of experiencing the loss of their child by providing positive grieving tools for families that need extra tools in their grief toolbox.
On Friday, August 13, LCC was honored to pay tribute to murder victim Keishanay Bolden, who was 18 when she lost her life in May 2020. Delivered by Pastor John Brazeal of Christ the King, Chicago, Illinois, a Heart of Mercy & Compassion, Crosses for Losses was presented to Keishanay’s mother, Crystal. Pastor John spent time with Crystal and two of her children, sharing prayers and encouragement. The Heart and Cross will stand as a beacon of hope and love to this grieving family.
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