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1st Responder Conference

2/18/2023

 
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Last week, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Isaac (Redeemer Lutheran - Spokane Valley, Washington) and his law enforcement handler Bill attended a regional 1st Responder Conference in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The conference travels throughout the United States, providing education, mental health awareness, and resources to all first responders, their spouses, and those who work/volunteer in a supporting role in the first responder's community.

Guest speakers provided a wealth of information regarding health, setting up wellness programs, and providing resources that are readily available in this area. How damaging long-term trauma is to our bodies, and how we can slow down the effects. Some shared personal stories of their own journeys and how they tried to manage their lives by themselves, trying to survive the mental roller coaster they were on. None were able to manage without getting outside help.

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During both days of the conference, several people visited K-9 Isaac at our booth. Isaac put a lot of smiles on a lot of faces. It was clear Isaac brought joy and comfort to those attending this conference.

Some were willing to share their stories with Isaac's handler Bill after learning he was a retired police officer. Isaac's presence allowed us to begin those conversations. Several people come back multiple times to get more love and comfort from Isaac and talk to Bill.


Bill connected with other outlying agencies, letting them know about the LCC K-9 Police Ministry and sharing about LCC Hearts of Mercy & Compassion ministry. Several police chaplains were also in attendance, and the team was able to connect with them as well.

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Funeral for Sgt. Bob VanBuren

1/9/2023

 
On Sunday, January 8, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Isaac (Redeemer - Spokane Valley, Washington) and his handler attended a funeral for Bonner County Corrections Sgt. Bob VanBuren. Bob passed unexpectedly in December. He was employed at the Bonner County Juvenile Detention Center as well as the Bonner County Sheriff's Office for almost 30 years.

We pray for Sgt. Bob VanBuren’s family during this difficult time of loss.
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24th Annual Family Health and Safety Fair

10/10/2022

 
On Wednesday, October 5, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Benjamin (LCC Staff) served alongside LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs in training  Daniel, Jordan, Lazarus, Magdalene, Michael, Phinehas, Samaria, and Zacchaeus at the 24th Annual Family Health and Safety Fair at the Sports Hub in Glendale Heights, Illinois.

So many people from the community stopped by to see K-9 Comfort Dogs. There were many smiling faces to see: children, parents, grandparents, nurses from Glen Oaks Hospital, and teachers from the Glendale Heights schools!

The LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs in training and Benjamin worked alongside the Glendale Heights Police Officers at this event. The LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs in training did a great job sharing love and comfort while ignoring all the popcorn and distractions around them.

The K-9 teams cannot wait till next year to attend the 25th annual Family Health and Safety Fair in Glendale Heights!

“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”  1 Thessalonians 5:11
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9/11 Steps to Remember Event

9/19/2022

 
LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Isaac (Redeemer - Spokane Valley, Washington), and his handler Bill Hager, a retired police officer, attend the 9/11 Steps to Remember Event organized to honor those first responders who lost their lives that day.

Stair climber fitness machines are set up for those participating in a challenge to climb 100 flights of stairs, the exact number of flights those responders climbed that day. Proceeds from the event went to the Behind the Badge Foundation, whose mission is to honor Washington state law enforcement officers who have died or suffered a serious injury in the line of duty.

LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Isaac and his team had a booth at the event and met many officers and the community.
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Funeral for State Trooper Rick Fields

9/19/2022

 
Last week, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Isaac (Redeemer - Spokane Valley, Washington) and his handler Bill Hager, a retired police officer, and Julie Blyckert attended a funeral in Hayden Lake, Idaho for a retired Idaho State Trooper Rick Fields who passed away on August 20, 2022.  Isaac was invited by the trooper’s widow to provide comfort for many family members on this day. 
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3rd Annual Andrew Whowell Memorial Golf Outing

8/2/2022

 
On Wednesday, July 13, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Julia (King of Glory - Elgin, Illinois), LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Jacob (LCC Staff), and Levi (Immanuel - East Dundee, Illinois), and LCC Kare 9 Military Ministry Dog Samson (Zion - Marengo, Illinois), attended the 3rd 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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Emergency Site Visit - Funeral of Sheriff Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard

6/28/2022

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

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Department and community gathered on June 21, 2022, for the funeral of Sheriff Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard who was tragically killed in the line of duty on June 12.  Sheriff Deputy First Class Hilliard, who would have turned 42 years old on Wednesday, had a wife and three children. He was a 16-year veteran law enforcement officer.

LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Kezia (Emmanuel - Baltimore, Maryland) and her law enforcmenet handler Patrick, LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Amos (Our Savior's Way - Ashburn, Virginia), and LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Solomon (King of Glory - Williamsburg, Virginia) and their handlers, shared God’s love and comfort with law enforcement, their families and other first responders at the funeral for Sheriff Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard. The LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs were invited by Project Thank A Cop.

The LCC K-9 Comfort Dog teams were honored to be present this day as they saw thousands of people all working together to create an amazing hero's send off for Officer Hilliard's family and friends.  As one of the handlers reflected on this experience, she noticed the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their handlers were approached by officers, friends and family who had smiles on their faces. It felt like their time with the dogs afforded them a moment of joy and peace and allowed them to forget for a moment the unjustness of why they were all gathered that day. God was there- making every one of one mind, one body, laboring for His child and that child's loved ones, so that they would know- everyone there would know- that He loves us more deeply than we can comprehend.

Patrick, an LCC K-9 Police Ministry Handler and former officer reflected, how Kezia, Amos and Solomon Comfort Dogs were a small but significant part of a bigger hedge of protection and compassion that officers, firemen, EMT and community volunteers showed Deputy Hiliard’s family.  What struck him the most, was one officer who never touched the dogs but was walking past the Comfort Dogs and without losing stride looked down at the dogs and said, ‘Thank you for being here.’ 

Patrick saw how the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs and their handlers' presence meant so much to him. Grief-stricken police wives and children loved on the dogs that helped all of them get through the day. The Comfort Dog team had prayed at the beginning of the day that God would let the light of Jesus shine through the eyes of those dogs and handlers, and He clearly made that happen.

A Heart of Mercy and Compassion was given for law enforcement, family and friends to share messages of love, hope and prayer. 

Please pray for the heartbroken police officers and their families as they say continue to grieve Sheriff Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard loss. 

The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

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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
DONATE – LCC K-9 POLICE MINISTRY

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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