On Tuesday, March 19, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois) visited the Lee County Sheriff's Office 911 Center and Illinois State Police District 1 Headquarters to see her dispatcher friends.

Trooper Courtney also escorted Shiloh through District 1 Headquarters to spend time with State Police investigators, and share some joy.

On Monday, March 11, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Julia (King of Glory – Elgin, Illinois), and her law enforcement handler, visited the DuPage County Sheriff's Office to offer comfort to deputies and dispatchers during roll call briefings.

It was a blessing to spend time with them, as they mourn the recent line of duty death of a McHenry County Deputy Sheriff, who had family members with the DuPage County Sheriff's Office.

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!

On the morning of Friday, February 8, K-9 Police Ministry Dog Charity (Brookfield Lutheran – Brookfield, Wisconsin) and her law enforcement handler attended a special debriefing at the Milwaukee Police Department. Officers met to learn ways to maintain wellness following the latest line of duty death there, the third in eight months. Officer Matthew Rittner was shot and killed on February 6, while serving a search warrant. He is survived by his wife and young son.

On the evening of February 8, K-9 Police Ministry Dog Charity was joined by K-9 Police Ministry Dog Dora (LHSA of Greater Milwaukee), and their law enforcement handlers, at a public prayer vigil.



Please remember Officer Rittner's family, friends, colleagues, and the Milwaukee community in your prayers.

On Friday, January 25, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Reuben (First Lutheran – Yuba City, California), and his law enforcement handler, attended a Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner in Chico, California. The event was sponsored by local businesses and organizations as a tribute to the many dedicated public servants and volunteers who served during the Camp Fire.

On Friday, January 18, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Reuben (First Lutheran – Yuba City, California), and his law enforcement handler, attended the funeral for Officer Natalie Corona (age 22) of the Davis (CA) Police Department.

Officer Corona was shot and killed in the line of duty on January 10, 2019. She was ambushed by a subject at the scene of a traffic crash that she was investigating.

She's the daughter of a retired deputy sheriff, and had just completed her training three weeks ago.

Police Ministry Dog Reuben was invited to attend the funeral by Davis PD, and there were thousands of law enforcement officers from across the country at the service, which was held at the University of California in the City of Davis.

Please pray for Officer Corona's family, friends, and loved ones, as well as her colleagues in law enforcement who continue to serve.

On Monday, January 14, Prospect Heights Mayor Nicholas J. Helmer began the swearing in ceremonies for Jim Zawlocki the new Prospect Heights Police Chief, new Deputy Chief Mark Porlier, and Sergeant Hesus Duron. All three were promoted up through the Prospect Heights Police Department.

Along with families, friends, citizens, and fellow officers were members of the LCC K-9 Police Ministry and LCC staff. K-9 Police Ministry handlers Andy Whowell with Susie (St. Peter – Arlington Heights, Illinois), Mike and Mary Millet with Eve (St. John’s – Lombard, Illinois), K-9 Ministries staff Rich Martin with Ruthie, Dona Martin with Emma, and Megan Glowacz with Comfort Dog in Training Miriam. It was an honor to be in attendance to support our local law enforcement.

On Wednesday, January 9, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs and their law enforcement handlers visit their local police departments in honor of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day:

K-9 Police Ministry Dog Eddie (Peace Lutheran – Grand Island, Nebraska) visited two police departments, two sheriffs’ departments, and the local Nebraska State Patrol post to deliver thank you cards and food trays.

K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Addie and Leah (Immanuel – Danbury, Connecticut) were honored to attend a special appreciation ceremony for officers at the Danbury Police Department.

On December 30, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Elijah (Our Redeemer – Wichita Falls, Texas), and his law enforcement handler, attended the celebration of life service for Robert "Bobby" Westmoreland.

He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, and a retired police officer. It was an honor to be invited to his service and offer comfort there.