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Need Met! Your Donations Help the Nichols Family Repair Their Roof

7/24/2024

 
We are thrilled to report that one of our Human Care appeals has made a significant impact on a family in need. Through the generosity of our donors, the Nichols family was able to repair their roof, addressing a crucial need in their household. A recent update from the pastor highlights the positive effects of this support on the family.
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Greetings,

Mr. Nichols's health is still very fragile, but he and his wife keep God at the center of everything they do. The generosity of the saints has allowed them to have the outside of their roof repaired, which has stopped the water from leaking into the kitchen. Thank you for all the support from the family of God to the Nichols family.

We continue to ask you to pray for the family.

God's blessings!

Pastor Bryan A. Reeves
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Richton Park, Illinois


MAKING A DIFFERENCE TOGETHER

7/17/2024

 

Toy Donation from Immanuel, Des Plaines, Illinois, Benefits Two Ministries

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We are thrilled to announce that we have received a significant toy donation from Immanuel Lutheran Church in Des Plaines, Illinois. This generous donation was shared with Breakfast with Baby at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Carol Stream, Illinois.

Breakfast with Baby is a wonderful ministry that meets monthly to support local families by providing warm meals, fostering community connections, and supplying essential items for families with young children. We are grateful for this collaboration and its impact on families in need.


Tabor Lutheran Church Receives a Generous Kitchenware Donation for Families in Need in Their Community

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A generous donor has contributed $1,000 worth of kitchenware to Tabor Lutheran Church in Chicago. This donation included sets of dishes, pots, and pans, as well as small kitchen appliances.

The donated items will be instrumental in supporting families in need within the community. We extend our deepest gratitude to the generous donor for their kindness and generosity towards those who will benefit from these essential household items.



Collaborating with Others to Provide Items for Those in Need

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We received a generous donation of 50 pairs of shoes from the Naperville Running Store and a donation of 30 shirts along with 25 pairs of pants from GiveNKind. These contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of those in need. We are deeply grateful for the support shown by these organizations.

The donated shoes and clothes will be shared with the Free Store in Downtown Chicago, a vital initiative that collaborates with First St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Chicago Help Initiative, St. Chrysostom, and Lutheran Church Charities. The Free Store plays a crucial role in providing essential items to individuals who are experiencing homelessness.

Your donations will directly benefit those who rely on the Free Store for basic necessities. Thank you to Naperville Running Store and GiveNKind for their generosity and to all those involved in supporting this important cause.

Your Donations Make a Difference

6/20/2024

 
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We extend a special thank you to the generous donor who partnered with the Human Care team to provide beds for a family in need.
 
Tabor Lutheran Church, in the heart of Chicago, ministers to many families who move from Latin America and empowers them to build a more stable life. Freddy came from Guatemala a year ago and brought with him the hope of bringing his wife and children to live in the United States once he was more established. With help from Tabor Lutheran Church, Freddy’s dream is now becoming a reality and he is preparing a home for them.
 
The generous people who donated needed beds will help Freddy create a safe and comfortable environment for his children. When churches and donors partner with Lutheran Church Charities, we can offer the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation to those who are in need. We are better together!


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The Human Care team is overflowing with gratitude and appreciation towards a thoughtful donor who recently contributed baby supplies and children's toys.
 
Each item donated holds immense significance in the lives of families in need. From the essential baby bathtub ensuring safe bathing experiences to the plates, bowls, and blankets creating a warm mealtime ambiance for toddlers, every donation plays a pivotal role. The shoes safeguarding the little ones' feet during playtime and the toys sparking their creativity are equally invaluable for their development.
 
These tangible blessings will soon reach St. Paul Lutheran Church in Skokie, Illinois, which ministers to unhoused families, and Breakfast with Baby, a ministry that serves young families in need of support.
 
Each donated item will not only provide comfort but also instill hope, reminding these families of the boundless love, grace, and mercy of God. The Human Care team extends a profound thank you to the donor for their generosity and kindness, knowing that their contributions will make a lasting difference in the lives of those they touch.

Your Generous Donations Help Purchase a Much-Needed Vehicle for a Family in Need

4/23/2024

 
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.
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The Nelson family purchased a new (to them) car last week. Immanuel Lutheran in DeKalb cut a check to the car dealer for over $9,000 to assist them in this purchase. These funds came from the generous gifts of God’s people both at Immanuel from abroad through the efforts of Lutheran Church Charities.

On behalf of the people of Immanuel I offer my sincerest appreciation for the support shown to this dear brother and sister and their children. Their new van gives them the ability to continue to serve in their vocation as parents and family and also as leaders in our congregation .
 
Danika has included this note of thanks for me to share with all of you:

Dear Lutheran Family, My family and I would like to wholeheartedly thank you for your prayers, support, and donations toward our new vehicle. The peace of mind we now have in getting to my medical appointments and the kids to school and activities is removing a huge stressor in our lives. God is with us and we pray blessings return to you all tenfold. Praise Be, Danika, Keith, Nora, and Jude

Rev. Marty Marks
Immanuel Lutheran Church
DeKalb, Illinois


Naperville Running Company Donates Fifty-Eight Pairs of Shoes to the Homeless

4/10/2024

 
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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.

Foster Mom is Grateful for Furniture Donation

4/10/2024

 
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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.

Your Donations Make a Difference

3/13/2024

 
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!
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Your Donations Make a Difference

3/4/2024

 
LCC staff recently had the privilege of meeting with Meschac from Habitat for Children Ministries in Haiti to learn more about their valuable work supporting children and establishing a new clinic.

We donated an unused hospital bed to the clinic, ensuring that women in labor have a more comfortable setting. Furthermore, we extend our sincere gratitude to Habitat Restore for generously donating towels to LCC, which we passed on to Meschac for use in the new clinic.

These collaborative efforts exemplify the power of partnerships in ministry. By working together, we can share the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation of Jesus to those who are suffering and in need.

Thank you to all involved for making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

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Last week, LCC donors generously donated and delivered a set of white bunk beds to Sharon, a devoted mental health worker and foster parent to teens who are about to age out of foster care.

Sharon's tireless efforts in helping these young adults learn life skills and make good decisions are truly inspiring. With the new bunk beds, she can provide a comfortable and safe place for them to rest and recharge.

Let us keep Sharon in our prayers as she continues to navigate her important role as a foster parent.

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You Can Help Support Mom of Four Undergoing Cancer Treatment

2/21/2024

 
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.
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Greetings!

My at-home treatment of oral chemotherapy and hormone blockers is going okay. Because I am stage four and the cancer had gotten into the marrow of my right arm, they have to watch for cancer in my blood. We are praying that the cancer is gone. God is holding me, and your support is very much appreciated.


God has given me my new calling of being a cottage baker! I recently launched a small business out of my kitchen, providing baked goods to what is, so far a small, but loyal client base. My sales, so far, are covering the kids’ swim and gymnastics classes that we have been blessed to be able to keep them in for normalcy, but I’m hoping to build my customer base so that I can also help cover car payments.

We are looking at getting a third-row vehicle to support the direction that our family will be going in over the course of the next ten years that we will likely have the vehicle that we will be getting with your generous donations. We are hoping to get to at least $8,000 for a down payment to get our monthly payments into something manageable with our current income, and so far have raised just over $5,000 towards our goal.

We are absolutely grateful for Lutheran Church Charities putting this fund together for us!


Thank you for your generous support.

Blessings,
Danika


We ask that you prayerfully consider donating towards the down payment for a vehicle and help make a difference for Danika and her family.

DONATE - Family of Four Car Fund - Immanuel DeKalb

Your Donations Make a Difference

2/14/2024

 

Thank You for Your Generosity

The LCC Human Care Ministry team recently presented a check with your donations to Pastor John Brazeal and Principal Geri Brazeal of Christ the King Lutheran Church & School in Chicago, Illinois, to support the students' education.
 
The school continues to offer life-changing Christian education for children in an underserved area and ministers to the unhoused while providing housing for senior adults. Pastor John, Principal Geri, and the dedicated staff continue to teach the children the importance of offering mercy and compassion just as Jesus does for us.
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During our visit, we learned that all their water heaters, essential for cooking meals for the children and community, are broken. We ask for your help donating to cover the repair of the water heaters and restoring the school's hot water supply.
 
Please consider contributing to support this ministry and help them continue to provide essential services to those in need. Thank you for your generosity!
DONATE - Ministry Support, Christ the King
We invite you to watch the video to see how Christ the King Chicago serves people experiencing homelessness.

We are excited to share with you that your donations have made a significant impact at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Chicago. Last week, the LCC Human Care Ministry team team delivered a check to Pastor Cesar Sifuentes and Deaconess Elly Sifuentes that went towards their soup kitchen, where they serve over 100 people each day. The church also provides clothes, shoes, and other basic needs items at no cost to those in need.
 
With the increase in the number of people seeking assistance over the past few months, the church is grateful for your support and prayers. Together, we are able to share the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation of Jesus Christ to their community.
 
Thank you for your generosity and dedication to making a difference in the lives of those in need.
DONATE - St. Matthew Soup Kitchen
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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.

DONATE - Property Tax Asst Fund – Saint Luke, Chicago IL

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.
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