During its deployment to Florida State University in Tallahassee, Lutheran Church Charities teams touched many lives, and their presence did not go unnoticed. Numerous news outlets captured and shared LCC's story, and we’re honored to share a few of those moments with you below.

FIRST COAST NEWS
Interview with Paul Soost, Top Dog for LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Peace (Trinity - Orlando, Florida)
 
WCTV report on furry friends soothing anxieties
 
TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT PHOTO GALLERY

In an inspiring article in The Anchor, Julie Blyckert, a dedicated leader, known as "Top Dog", for LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Isaac at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Spokane Valley, Washington, reflects on the profound question of what it means to be "called into ministry" by God.
 
Drawing from her personal journey, Julie shares how God’s calling has shaped her life in ways she may not have fully understood until now.
 
Her story serves as a testament to how God prepares each of us for ministry in unique and meaningful ways, often long before we recognize it.
 
Read Julie's story online

Lutheran Church Charities President/CEO Rev. Chris Singer is featured in an advertising campaign for the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Program in Illinois.

The program is part of a network of volunteer units that work to improve local emergency response capabilities, reduce public health risks and vulnerabilities, and build community preparedness. MRC has partnered with LCC in training and crisis response coordination.
 
Watch the 30-second commercial: MRC_Social_#2_02072025.mp4
 
Watch the 2½-minute promo: https://youtu.be/8f620hiIC3g?si=zLTDjwkFcslS-zi0