Our nation, and especially the people of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, suffered the loss of another police officer. Officer Charles Irvine Jr. of the Milwaukee Police Department was killed in a crash during a high-speed pursuit. Officer Irvine’s End of Watch (EOW) was June 7, 2018.

On June 11, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Dora (LHSA of Greater Milwaukee), and Charity (Brookfield Lutheran - Brookfield, Wisconsin) attended a candlelight vigil for Officer Irvine, along with their law enforcement handlers. The vigil was held at the scene of the crash.

On June 13, Police Ministry Dog Charity and her law enforcement handler also visited the memorial squad car outside District Four Police Headquarters, where Officer Irvine had been assigned.

We are thankful for these opportunities to offer peace and comfort in the name of the Lord to all who mourn the loss of this dedicated public servant.

LCC asks that you please remember all law enforcement personnel in your prayers.

On Wednesday, May 16, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Lizzie (Trinity – Savannah, Georgia) had the special honor to attend the fallen officers memorial ceremony with her law enforcement handler and a military veteran handler. God, please hold the families of all fallen officers in your arms.

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

What a pawsome day visiting local law enforcement! On Tuesday, May 15, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Mahlah (Our Savior – Milford, Illinois) and her law enforcement handler and pastor visited Kankakee Police Department, Kankakee County Sheriff’s Department, Watseka City Police, Iroquois County Sheriff’s Department, and the various offices in the Iroquois County Courthouse in Illinois. They delivered cookies, along with a Police Ministry Card and a “Thin Blue Line” bracelet. They thanked every officer they met for their dedicated service on our behalf

On Monday, May 14, Wichita Falls, Texas, had their Police Memorial Event to remember the officers killed in the line of duty. LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Elijah (Our Redeemer – Wichita Falls, Texas) and his law enforcement handler were there to be a comforting presence.

On Friday, May 18, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Eddie (Peace Lutheran – Grand Island, Nebraska) and his law enforcement handler attended a Nebraska Police Memorial Service. Police Ministry Dog Eddie visited with attendees, including Nebraska State Troopers and a chaplain.

On Monday, May 14, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois) attended a swearing-in ceremony where nine new police officers took their oath of office for the Aurora (Illinois) Police Department. This week we honor the fallen, but are also grateful for those who step forward to serve!

... I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” Isaiah 6:

On Tuesday, May 15, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Eve (St. John’s – Lombard, Illinois) and her team honored those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. To express appreciation to her local department, they provided a special lunch for the Lombard Police on Peace Officers Memorial Day

On Sunday, May 6, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Gracie (Trinity – Davenport, Iowa) attended the Quad Cities Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service with her law enforcement handler, Scott Sievert, and Sandy Sievert. The Memorial Service was held at the Edgewood Baptist Church, and the Memorial Procession and Service was held at the Rock Island County Justice Center in Rock Island, Illinois. Police Ministry Dog Gracie met “Colonel”, the Riderless Horse and Officer Bruce Schwartz of the Eldridge Police Department, the Bettendorf Police Chief Phil Reddington, and the soon to be new Chief Keith Kimble. We honor all of our law enforcement who have given their lives in the line of duty. Pray daily for the safety of the men and women who serve to protect us.

On Thursday, May 10, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Reuben (First Lutheran – Yuba City, California) attended the Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony in Sacramento, California, to comfort and share love with those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty. Reuben Comfort Dog and his law enforcement handler also met members of the Sutter County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard and the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard.