Rev. Marty Marks of Immanuel Lutheran Church, DeKalb, Illinois, shared that because of your generous support, the Nelson family was able to purchase a much-needed vehicle. Thank you for being there for this family in need.

We are incredibly grateful to Naperville Running Company for their generous donation of 58 pairs of shoes, which will make a significant impact on foot care for homeless individuals.

Proper footwear is crucial for those with health issues like diabetes, providing protection from injuries and reducing the risk of infections.

These essential shoes will be distributed at the free foot clinic located at First St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Chicago, Illinois, ensuring that those in need receive the care and support they deserve.

Earlier this year, Sharon contacted LCC asking for assistance finding a set of bunk beds and kitchen stools that she needed for her apartment as she prepared to become a foster parent to teenagers aging out of foster care. Working through Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palatine, Illinois, and many gracious donors, LCC met Sharon's needs. 
 
This past week, Sharon received word that she has been approved as a foster parent and can expect a teen in the near future. Foster parenting is a very rewarding and fulfilling calling but it can be challenging and stressful. Being a single parent is always difficult. Being a single foster parent comes with some extra challenges. In faith, we know that our loving Lord always equips those He calls to do His work.
 
Please keep Sharon and other single parents in your prayers. Pray that God surrounds them with people who encourage and support them in their calling. Pray that He guides and strengthens them, filling each new day with hope. Listen to what God says about children Psalm 68:5, Deuteronomy 10:18, Deuteronomy 10:14, James 1:27. As you consider how God may be calling you and your Church to care for orphaned children, take heart. "He who calls "you is faithful; he will surely do it." (1 Thessalonians 5:24)
 
Click here to read Sharon's full story.

Last week, church members at Immanuel Lutheran Church lovingly packaged 100 hygiene kits. The LCC Human Care team shared the hygiene kits with Tabor Lutheran Church in Chicago, which is providing housing for immigrant families and ministering to unhoused people in their community. We are grateful for these church partnerships! We are better together!

Pastor Marty Marks of Immanuel Lutheran Church in DeKalb, Illinois, is grateful for your financial assistance for Danika and her family during their time of need. We are sharing an update that Rev. Marks received from Danika.

Rev. David Nelson, Interim Pastor, Saint Luke Church, Chicago, Illinois, is grateful for your financial assistance for Marcia and her family. Your support has made a significant difference in helping her maintain her property and financial stability.
 
Marcia and her family have been members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Saint Luke in Chicago for over 60 years. She currently finds herself in a challenging financial situation and is struggling to meet the financial obligation of paying the first installment of her 2023 property taxes.
 
However, the current bill is more than her current resources allows her to handle. As someone who has always faithfully met her financial obligations throughout her life, does not want to fall behind on something as important as her property taxes.
 
It is her deepest desire to stay in her home but is fearful that she will not be able to
do so without, once again, calling on your gracious assistance.
 
Thank you for taking the time to consider her request
 
Sincerely,
 
Dr. David C. Nelson, Interim Pastor
Saint Luke Church, Chicago

We ask that you prayerfully consider donating to this cause and help make a difference in Marcia's life. Every donation counts and will go towards ensuring that Marcia and her family have a safe and stable home. Thank you for your generosity and compassion.

The LCC Human Care Ministry team collaborated with Pastor Todd Roberts at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Norridge, Illinois, to provide essential furniture for a disabled adult who recently moved into an independent living apartment.

We want to share a heartfelt thank you to individual donors and Junkluggers, who provided the furniture. We are also grateful to the volunteers who picked up and delivered the furniture.

Thank you for making Richard’s dream of having his apartment a reality.

Your generous donations were sent to Haiti to provide food for school children and their families in Haiti's tent city during Christmas break. LCC received the following update and picture from Lophane Laurent in Haiti