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Wildfires in Spokane County, Washington

8/22/2023

 
LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Isaac (Redeemer - Spokane Valley, Washington) and his handlers visited with people at the shelter that was set up by the Red Cross after the fire that ravaged the community of Spokane, Washington.

People were happy to see Isaac and shared their stories of evacuation. Many of them don't know if their structures are still standing.

We must keep those affected by these fires in our prayers as they wait to learn if their homes are still there and if they can return.

K-9 Isaac and his team will be there throughout the week to share Jesus' comfort and love.
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Emergency Site Visit - Bruning & Davenport Schools in Nebraska

8/22/2023

 
LCC K-9 Ministry received an Emergency Site Visit request from Principal Kowalski, Bruning School in Nebraska, requesting the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs to visit two of their schools after the tragic car accident in Bruning/Davenport, Nebraska, that killed a young mother, age 30 and her youngest child Ryker, eight years old. The mother and her four children were hit by a semi-truck two weeks ago. The three other children are still recovering.

On Thursday, August 17, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Eddie (Peace Lutheran - Grand Island, Nebraska), Eden (Peace Lutheran - Columbus, Nebraska), Joanna (Christ Lincoln - Lincoln, Nebraska), Nicodemus (The Rock - Seward, Nebraska), and Priscilla (Trinity - Lincoln, Nebraska) and their handlers visited  Bruning and Davenport Schools to be a comforting support for the teachers and the students.
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Better Together Back to School Event

8/14/2023

 
On Tuesday, August 8, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Emma (LCC Staff), Hannah (LCC Staff), Michael (LCC Staff), and Ruthie (LCC Staff) along with their handlers were invited by Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Palatine, Illinois, to take part in a wonderful Better Together Back to School event.

The event provided backpacks, school supplies and social services for 400 under-served families in the community. Ice Cream was also served by Good News in the Neighborhood Church.

The LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs received many pets and where a hit with both children and adults.
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Lutheran Church Charities 2023 K-9 Ministries National Conference "Presence, Comfort, Hope - Together We Serve"

8/1/2023

 
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Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Ministry teams from all over the country gathered at the Hilton Chicago/Northbrook, Illinois, from Wednesday, July 26 through Friday, July 28, for Lutheran Church Charities 2023 K-9 Ministries National Conference titled "Presence, Comfort, Hope - Together We Serve."

More than 480 participants and 90 LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs came together to celebrate all that God is doing through the LCC K-9 Ministries while also equipping and inspiring hundreds of LCC K-9 Ministry volunteers. The keynote speakers shared tools for assisting with grief, trauma, mental health challenges, and more.

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The theme of this year's conference was "Presence, Comfort, Hope - Together We Serve." The bible verse we chose to go along with this is Psalm 43:3, "Send forth Your light and Your truth, let them guide me; let them bring me to Your holy mountain, to the place where you dwell."
 
In addition, we used the symbol of a lighthouse. Each day as our handlers and ministry partners go out with the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs, they are an accepting, comforting, and compassionate presence sharing the love and light of Jesus. Many times, they are that lighthouse to people they encounter and with whom they build lasting relationships.

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LCC would like to thank all of the attendees for making this year's conference such a memorable event, as well as all of LCC's dedicated volunteers who helped make the conference a success.
 
A special thank you to our fabulous keynote speakers, Rev. Chris Singer, Patrick J. Kenny, Dr. Beverly Yahnke, John Schlimm, Dr. Alan Wolfelt, and breakout session presenters, who enriched the attendees with their message.
 
The 2023 conference was a great reunion and an opportunity to form new friendships as we reflected back on the past few years of ministry while also looking ahead to the future. Our prayer is that everyone left the conference with a renewed sense of unity, purpose, and excitement to share the Mercy, Compassion, Presence, and Proclamation of Jesus Christ to those who are suffering and in need.

LCC's K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry never charges those we serve. Thank you for being a part of the Mercy and Compassion Ministry of Lutheran Church Charities.
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Sacramento County Court Appointed Special Advocates Picnic

8/1/2023

 
On Saturday, July 15, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Micah (Light of the Valley - Elk Grove, California), Rahab (St. Andrews - Stockton, California) and Reuben (First Lutheran - Yuba City, California) attended the Sacramento County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Picnic. 

This picnic was for the Sacramento foster kids, their foster parents and their advocates.  Because of the extreme heat in Sacramento on Saturday (108 degrees), this event was moved indoors with air conditioning (so an indoor picnic).  The kids had a great time petting the dogs and all the other activities.  One of the foster children said “I could spend my entire time right here with the dogs!”   Thank you, CASA for inviting us!
 
Volunteer Engagement Manager, Athena Di wrote a thank you email: "I just wanted to thank you again for bringing in Micah and his friends for the foster youth.  I saw so many of the children's eyes light up when they saw the dogs. Thank you for making the Summer Picnic a huge success! A foster child saw my Micah stuffed animal and whispered to her CASA Advocate, 'Oh my gosh it's the dog stuffed animal! Aww I really want one.' Of course, I had to give it her! She did a happy dance and kissed the stuffed animal. Thanks for all that you do and the comfort you bring to those who need it most.”
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Bereaved Parents of the USA Gathering Conference

7/24/2023

 
The Bereaved Parents of the USA Gathering Conference was held on July 21-23 in Herndon, Virginia, and LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Amos (Our Savior’s Way - Ashburn, Virginia) and Kezia (Emmanuel - Baltimore, Maryland) were present to support and comfort attendees in their journey with grief and loss. Many said they looked forward to finding us because they know that the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs are present yearly at their gathering.
 
One first-time attendee shared that she lost her adult son three years ago, just days before they were to file the paperwork to obtain a service dog for him. She said that our presence with the comfort dogs was reaffirming and a sign that God was with her.
 
As attendees hugged the comfort dogs deeply Amos and Kezia felt their sadness, listened to their whispers, and absorbed their tears. Some shared cherished memories of their loved ones; when the moments were too hard, we were understanding and patient.
 
Our presence was a reminder that we are not alone in grief and to hold onto God’s promises when we struggle with heavy burdens, knowing that He will carry us through.
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LCC K-9 Ministry Team Honored for Their Work by Nassau County, New York, Legislators

7/11/2023

 
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On June 25, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Abraham & Beloved (Trinity - Hicksville, New York) and their team were invited to the Nassau County Legislative Meeting in Mineola, New York. 

At the meeting, Legislator Rose Walker and Legislator Laura Schaffer, presented the team with a Citation on behalf of the work the comfort dogs have done in the community and specifically the work they did at Lindenhurst Middle School after the stabbing of a student.  In addition, tennis balls were presented to the dogs.

In turn,  the LCC K-9 Ministry team presented Mrs. Walker with an LCC Heart of Mercy & Compassion. Legislator Walker has been a great supporter of the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry and always thinks of them for community events or opportunities to serve in the community.

Legislator Walker has always taken the time to put the community first and she is well loved for all of her efforts.  She has even self proclaimed herself "grandma" to Abraham and Beloved and always ends her visits with them with "Grandma Rose loves you and is so proud of you". 

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LCC K-9 Ministry Teams Return to Highland Park to Bring Comfort to Community on the First Anniversary of Independence Day Parade Mass Shooting

7/4/2023

 
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Remembrance and Healing

Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog® Ministry was invited by the City of Highland Park to return to Highland Park, Illinois, on Tuesday, July 4, to be present with the community for the one-year anniversary of the Independence Day Parade mass shooting that occurred on July 4, 2022, roughly fifteen minutes after the parade had started. Seven people were killed and forty-eight others were wounded.
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Rev. Chris Singer, LCC President/CEO, James Casner, Assistant LCC K-9 Crisis Response Coordinator, and the following LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry teams were present throughout Highland Park on July 4 for a day of remembrance and healing:

LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Asher (Faith - Lake Forest, Illinois), Charity (Brookfield - Brookfield, Wisconsin), Eunice (LCC Staff), Mary (St. Paul's - Janesville, Wisconsin), Michael (LCC Staff), Myra (St. Andrews - Park Ridge, Illinois), Samson (Zion - Marengo, Illinois), Tobias (Lord of Glory - Grayslake, Illinois), and LCC Comfort Dogs In Training Galilee and Zacchaeus and their handlers.

Last year on the same day, Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry and Hearts of Mercy & Compassion Ministry (HMC) responded to the Independence Day Parade mass shooting in Highland Park, providing support to the shocked and hurting community.

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"We Are Highland Park"
The Fourth of July looked much different in Highland Park this time around as the community remembered those who lost their lives during last year’s parade and the impact they made. Instead of the usual parade, there was a community walk, preceded by a remembrance ceremony at Highland Park City Hall and other commemorations.
LCC's K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry and Hearts of Mercy & Compassion Ministry never charge those we serve as we bring the Mercy, Compassion, Presence and Proclamation of Jesus Christ to those suffering and in need.
 
Thank you for being a part of the Mercy and Compassion Ministry of Lutheran Church Charities.

WE REMEMBER

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Katherine Goldstein, 64Irina McCarthy, 35
Kevin McCarthy, 37
Stephen Straus, 88
Jacquelyn Sundheim, 63
Nicolas Toledo-Zaragoza, 78
Eduardo Uvaldo, 69

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Emergency Site Visit - Memorial Reception for George Bryson

7/2/2023

 
On Friday, June 30, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Eunice (LCC Staff), Julia King of Glory - Elgin, Illinois), and Samson (Zion - Marengo, Illinois), and LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs in Training Galilee and Samaria attended the memorial reception of George Bryson, the father of Cheri Blazek, from Immanuel Lutheran Church in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
 
The dogs and handlers were able to bring comfort to the family and friends of George and physically surround them with love.  The handlers were told stories of George’s life, how he loved his family and serving others through the choir and food ministries.  His smile shined brightly and George’s love for the Lord even more. 

The LCC K-9 Ministry teams were honored to serve this family and continue to lift up in prayer all who loved George.
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HOH Water Technology

6/26/2023

 
On Wednesday, June 21, the LCC K-9 Ministry was asked to visit the employees of HOH Water Technology in Palatine, Illinois. HOH values service to their customers and giving back to their community.  
 
HOH Water Technology and staff member Annie wanted to surprise their employees with a special visit with LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Grace (LCC Staff), Hannah (LCC Staff), and Ruthie (LCC Staff) for their dedication and care in their work at HOH Water Technology. 

The employees were surprised and super excited that Comfort Dogs were there!  Some employees stayed with the dogs the whole time!  The joy and smiles on their faces reflect how much they enjoyed their visit with the handlers and the Comfort Dogs.
 
The teams had a wonderful time sharing comfort and joy with the employees of HOH Water Technology! 
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