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Boots and Badges: Be a Hero Donate Blood Drive

5/23/2022

 
Last week LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Persis (King of Kings - Glenpool, Oklahoma) and her law enforcement handler were invited to the Boots and Badges: Be a Hero Donate Blood Drive in Bixby, Oklahoma.

It was a competition between the fireman and the police to see who gave the most blood. Persis Comfort Dog calmed a few people who were afraid of needles. Persis understands as she gets that way when she goes to the vet. Thank you all. You are our heroes!
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34th Annual Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Ceremony

5/16/2022

 
LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Isaac (Redeemer - Spokane Valley, Washington) with retired police officer and current police ministry handler William, and other members of the Redeemer, Spokane, Ministry team were present at the 34th Annual Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Ceremony and the candlelight vigil that honored officers and K9s who had lost their lives in the last year while serving.

An engraved memorial with the names of all Washington state officers who have died in the line of duty is located in Spokane, Washington. It was a beautiful and moving event to see the community come together to show their respect for these fallen officers and their families.

Police Ministry Dog Isaac was a comforting and loving presence for the family members of some of the fallen officers honored that day. A woman who attended the memorial service shared how she saw Isaac and the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog team interacting with the officers and families before the service and how Isaac’s presence brought such calmness to her on that day. During the ceremony, when they read the fallen officers’ names and their families spoke, she would look for Isaac. Once she saw him, it gave her comfort. At the end of the ceremony, she was able to spend some time with Isaac. She was grateful to have that moment with him and his gentle presence.

Isaac also spent time with many local officers who have bonded with him through their relationship with retired police officer and LCC K-9 Police Ministry handler William.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9
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18th District Chicago Police Department Roll Call

5/3/2022

 
On Saturday, April 30, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Julia (King of Glory - Elgin, Illinois) was present at the Roll Call at the 18th District Chicago Police Department, providing much-needed comfort to an incredible department of men and women.

This is one of three 18th District Chicago Police Department roll calls that the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs will visit this week to bring comfort and smiles.

Please keep these brave men and women in your prayers; they work long hours and deal with unimaginable situations.

“For he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer.” Romans 13:4
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Visitation and Funeral for Deputy Eric Bykowski

2/15/2022

 
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The DuPage County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of Deputy Eric Bykowski, who was 46 at the time of his passing. Deputy Bykowski served the citizens of DuPage County for more than 20 years.

LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Candace (LCC Staff), Charity (Brookfield - Brookfield, Wisconsin), and Eve (St. John’s - Lombard, Illinois) with their LCC K-9 Police Ministry handlers Ken, James, and Michael, and LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Julia (King of Glory - Elgin, Illinois) and her handlers were there to support and share the compassion of Jesus with Deputy Bykowski's colleagues, friends, and his family. LCC K-9 Police Ministry Coordinator Terri Albright was also present but was serving with Dupage County Sherriff's Department as Deputy Eric Bykowski was her colleague of 20 years.

Deputy Bykowski's wife, two children, and his parents were the focus of the LCC K-9 Ministry teams service as they shared the quiet and calming presence of the comfort dogs present. The handlers and ministry partners were at Deputy Bykowski's visitation and funeral to see, listen, love, and comfort the grieving.

Family members of Deputy Eric Bykowski were given  Hearts of Mercy and Compassion that were signed by those who knew and loved him. The family was also given a Mini Stuffed LCC K-9 Comfort Dog as another form of comfort when needed.

We pray for the hurting family and colleagues of Deputy Eric Bykowski.

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Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association

2/14/2022

 
LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Candace (LCC Staff) with LCC K-9 Police handler Ken and ministry partner Beth attended a prayer breakfast at the Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association.

The guest speaker was Edward Graham. He served in the U.S. Army as a Ranger for 16 years and saw a lot of combat in eight deployments; two in Iraq and six in Afghanistan.

He talked about the importance of having Police Chaplains with the group. Afterward, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Candace and her team spent time visiting with Edward Graham.
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Funerals for NYPD Officers Rivera & Mora

2/1/2022

 
Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9

LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Abraham (Trinity - Hicksville, New York) with Police Ministry Handler George, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Coordinator T. Albright, and handler Donna were invited by Project Thank A Cop to honor, love, and support the grieving New York Police Officers, their families, and community at Officer Jason Rivera’s funeral last week. Officer Rivera was posthumously promoted by the NY Police Commissioner to Detective. Officer Rivera and his partner Officer Mora were tragically killed two weeks ago.

On Wednesday, February 2, the NYPD and community will gather for the funeral of Officer Wilbert Mora. LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Abraham and his LCC Police Ministry Handlers George T. and John P. will share God’s love and comfort at the funeral for Officer Wilbert Mora. LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Abraham and his Police Ministry Handlers were invited by Project Thank A Cop to be there for the grieving officers.

Please pray for the heartbroken police officers and their families as they continue to grieve Officers Rivera and Officer Mora’s loss.  

The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18
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Visitation and Funeral for Police Officer Macullen Schnell

1/10/2022

 
On Friday, January 7 and Saturday, January 8, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Charity (Brookfield - Brookfield, Wisconsin), Dora (Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee - Milwaukee, Wisconsin), and Julia (King of Glory - Elgin, Illinois), and their law enforcement handlers were present at the visitation and funeral for New Holstein PD Officer Macullen Schnell held in Kiel, Wisconsin. Officer Schnell was only 23 years old when he passed away on Christmas Day following a battle with a rare form of cancer.

The K-9s and their handlers spent a lot of time with Officer Macullen Schnell’s family on Friday and Saturday. They surrounded his family with comfort, peace, and unconditional love as they continued to grieve Macullen’s loss.
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LCC Thanks Andrew Whowell Memorial Golf Outing for a Generous Donation to the LCC K-9 Police Ministry

8/31/2021

 
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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.

C.O.P.S. Kids Camp

7/16/2021

 
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During the week of July 10 through July 16, 2021, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Candace (LCC Staff), Charity (Brookfield Lutheran – Brookfield, Wisconsin), Dora (LHSA of Greater Milwaukee – Milwaukee, Wisconsin), and Julia (King of Glory – Elgin, Illinois) were honored to spend time at C.O.P.S. Kids Camp. 

The camp supports children, ages 6-14 years of age, and their parent(s)/guardian(s) of law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. Many of the children return to camp each year and look forward to the unconditional love, comfort, and compassion provided by LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs. 

In addition, campers at C.O.P.S. Kids Camp have the opportunity to attend grief counseling sessions specifically designed for their needs and participate in activities such as swimming, fishing, arts and crafts, canoeing, ropes courses, and campfire skits.

According to the Officer Down Memorial Page website, 165 Police Officers have died in the line of duty in 2021 alone. Please keep the families, especially the children, who often struggle with enormous grief and loss and are left behind, in your thoughts and prayers. 

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2nd Annual Andrew Whowell Memorial Golf Outing

7/12/2021

 
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On Wednesday, July 7, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Benjamin (LCC Staff), Eve (St. John's - Lombard, Illinois), Julia (King of Glory - Elgin, Illinois) with their law enforcement handlers, and LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry Dog Samson (Zion - Marengo, Illinois) and his veteran handler attended the 2nd Annual Andrew Whowell Memorial Golf Outing at Villa Olivia Golf Course in Bartlett, Illinois.  
 
Andy was a retired Deputy Chief for the Arlington Heights Police Department and an amazing handler for LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Susie (Permanently Deployed Serving the Saints). Both Andy and Susie are missed every day by many. 

The Comfort Dogs were present to provide comfort and compassion to the golfers who knew and loved Andy. The golf outing brought together many of Andy's friends and family to honor his memory, and was a fundraiser for LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs .

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