On Thursday, November 8, LCC Police Ministry Dog Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois) visited the FBI office in Lisle, Illinois, to deliver some goodies, thank everyone for their service, and be sure they know they're in our prayers.

Colleen, a victim specialist for the FBI, surprised Police Ministry Dog Shiloh by presenting her with a certificate of appreciation for her assistance with students, staff, and first responders following the Dixon High School shooting last May.

To God be the Glory!

On Friday, November 2, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Reuben (First Lutheran – Yuba City, California) visited with some friends from the Reading California Highway Patrol (CHP) area office that they met during the Carr fire. It was great seeing them. Prayers continue for our first responders.

On Friday, November 2, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Reuben (First Lutheran – Yuba City, California) visited with his friends at the Shasta County (CA) Coroner's Office. True unsung heroes of law enforcement.

On Saturday, November 3, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois), Zippy (Trinity – Roselle, Illinois), and Jacob (LCC staff) had the honor of attending the visitation for Deputy Eddie Jackson of the DuPage County (IL) Sheriff's Office, who lost his battle with cancer. They offered comfort to family (group picture), friends, and colleagues.

"Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial, because having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.”  - James 1:12

On Thursday, October 18, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Joy (Gloria Dei – Houston, Texas) visited the Pasadena Police Department with her law enforcement handler and his wife. They met with members of the department, including command staff, and told them about the help available through the LCC K-9 Police Ministry. The chief of police pinned a Pasadena Police badge lapel pin on Police Ministry Dog Joy's vest. They all look forward to working together in the future!

On Saturday, October 20, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dogs Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois) and Julia (King of Glory – Elgin, Illinois) attended the 5K memorial run in honor of fallen Rockford (IL) Police Officer Jaimie Cox (EOW/11-05-17). They helped to bring comfort to family, friends, and others who came out for the event. There were MANY people in attendance to show their support and that was wonderful!

"...let us not love with words...but with actions..."  1 John 3:18

This weekend, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Gideon (St. Michael’s – Bloomington, Minnesota) and his law enforcement handler attended the Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) Blue Light Service at the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial. The service is held each year to honor Minnesota law enforcement officers lost in the line of duty. Police Ministry Dog Gideon was honored to be there and represent the LCC K-9 Police Ministry.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”  Matthew 5:9

On Thursday, October 11, LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Ladel and Malachi (St. Matthew – Hawthorn Woods, Illinois), along with LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Shiloh (Christ Our Savior – Dixon, Illinois) visited the Wauconda Police Department. Chief David Wermes and other members of the department were given a presentation on the LCC K-9 Ministries. They were also thanked for their service and told that they are all in our prayers. "For the one in authority is God's servant for your good." (Romans 13:4)

On Sunday, September 30, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Addie (Immanuel – Danbury, Connecticut) attended the 5th Annual Believe 208 Run for the Brave & Finest event in East Hartford, Connecticut. The chief of police from Danbury invited Police Ministry Dog Addie to be there to offer comfort for the runners who turned out in memory of fallen officers.

It was an honor to attend, and help deliver the Lord's mercy, compassion, presence and proclamation to everyone there.

On Friday, September 21, LCC K-9 Police Ministry Dog Reuben (First Lutheran – Yuba City, California) had a nice visit at the Sacramento Police Department Dispatch Center. That same day, Police Ministry Dog Reuben was honored to visit at the Sacramento Regional Fire/EMS Communications Center.

Thank you to both departments for all of the dedicated workers and for all that you do for your community!