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Kara, 20, takes her dogs to dry land to goto the bathroom from her house inFairfield NJ after hurricane Irene.
August 31, 2011 In This Issue
Featured StoriesComfort Dog Update
Families in NeedDisaster Response
Ministry NeedsMission OpportunitiesInternational Ministry
LCC Ministry ResourcesTim's Pick of the Week
Upcoming EventsHow To Keep LCC Serving
Tim's Pick of theWeek
LCC has many resources
available tocongregations,
businesses, andindividuals.
Click here to visit our websiteand learn more
Hurricane Irene UpdateLutheran Church Charities Working in New Jerseyand the New Jersey District of the LCMS Filled with compassion, Jesus reached out his hand and touched theman. Mark 1:41 Please help be the Body of Christ to touch those suffering from Hurricane IreneHurricane
It will go down as one of the most damagingstorms to hit New Jersey in a century, if notin recorded history. The state's rivers,swollen by Irene's relentless downpours,began spilling their banks Sunday, inundatingbackyards and basements, major highwaysand downtown streets. Many waterways werestill rising, suggesting the worst is yet tocome. Even as 1 million displaced residentsbegan streaming back to their homes alongthe Shore, tens of thousands of peoplebegan evacuating inland flood zones, a vastexpanse stretching from the state's northeastcorner to Trenton.
Lutheran Church Charities will be working with Rev. Dennis Rockett, the VP of the NewJersey District of the LCMS and Pastor of Holy Cross Lutheran Church tobring assistance to the families and churches in that District. Assessment of propertiesand contacting the people affected (many of whom have not been able to get back tosee their property yet!) is taking place now. The New Jersey District Office had minimalflooding. LCC will be working with the New Jersey District to bring assistance and mostimportantly the Mercy and Compassion of Christ to those affected by Hurricane Irene.Any assistance is greatly appreciated to help! Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for youwill not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed," says the LORD, who hascompassion on you. Isaiah 54:10 To Donate, click here
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Newest K-9 Parish Comfort Dog Congregation-Living Christ in Arlington Heights LCC is happy to announce our latestcongregation to be part of the Parish ComfortDog Ministry. LCC Comfort Dog JoJo has beenplaced at Living Christ Lutheran Churchin Arlington Heights. Pastor Paul Klopkeand the congregation are excited to welcomeJoJo to the Living Christ family. They alreadyhave an extensive ministry plan in place thatwill allow JoJo to become a bridge for ministryand communication both within thecongregation and out in the community. LCCwelcomes Living Christ as an affiliate of theLCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. To God be theGlory! If you would like to support the Parish K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry Click Here
St. Matthew's "Comedor Popular" Soup Kitchen InDesperate Need of Industrial RefrigeratorRequest from Pastor Julio Loza and Maria Leal, Director ofCommunity Services, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Chicago,Illinois The very old industrial refrigerator used by "ComedorPopular" Soup Kitchen is no longer working. MariaLeal, Director of Community Services at St. Matthew,who is still undergoing cancer treatment, is continuingher efforts to share Christ's love by feeding thehungry. In order to serve those in their communitywho rely on the meals provided by "ComedorPopular" they need to replace their old industrialrefrigerator with a used or new one. If you have a used industrial refrigerator in goodworking condition that you can donate please callLCC at 866-455-6466 or [email protected] Click here to donate to a new refrigerator
"Send a SpokenPrayer"
LCC's "Send a SpokenPrayer" e-Card site is
available.
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Cargo Van or Pick-up Truck Needed for FoodPantry at Zion Lutheran Church, ChicagoRequest from Pastor Stephane Kalonji, Zion LutheranChurch, Chicago Since its opening in June, Zion Lutheran Church's FoodPantry has been serving individuals and families with foodbags every Thursday, from 4:00p.m to 6:00p.m. and anyday and time in case of emergency. Each week thenumber of those coming to receive food has been growing.Zion's members have contributed their vehicles for the foodpick up from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, but weare no longer able to pick up all the food boxes due to thelimited transportation available. We therefore need helpwith a Cargo Van or Pick-up truck for the food pantry. Andsince more and more food items are being sold (at adiscounted price) by the Greater Chicago Food Depository,we're asking for financial assistance so we can purchase the food items that our clientsgreatly need. Thank you for your help! If you have a vehicle to donate please contact LCC at 866-455-6466 or [email protected] Click here to donate to support Zion's food pantry
Pastor in Need of Van for Outreach Ministry inChicagoRequest from Pastor Samuel Shin, Tabor Lutheran Church,Chicago
I am a Lutheran pastor in Chicago serving at TaborLutheran Church, focusing on the ethnic outreachministry. I need a van to be able to pick up and dropoff people as part of our outreach to the community. Ido not have a personal car that I can use. If you havea van that you can donate to this ministry it would be areal blessing to this community. Thank you and God's blessing to you! Pastor Samuel Shin If you have a vehicle to donate please contact LCC at866-455-6466 or [email protected]
Devotion Series - What We Owe Our Children The three-part devotion series entitled "WhatWe Owe Our Children" began today. Click here to sign up for our freeonline devotions Click here for our archive of DailyDevotions
Dale Hoppensteadt from Winfield siftssand
LCC Staff Tim Hetzner at the MagdeburgConference sponsored by the LutheranCatechetical Society
This past Saturday Tim Hetzner attended the MagdeburgConference. The guest speaker was Rev Brian Saunders,President of the Iowa East District of the LCMS,who spoke on the Augsburg Confession Articles I-III. Thiswas a wonderful and informative conference sponsored by theLutheran Catechetical Society. If you are not familiarwith them - you should be. They produce some solid BiblicalDVD's that can be used by churches or individuals -http://www.thelcs.org/Presentations.html. LCC Parish ComfortDog Howie was also present to bring Comfort andCompassion to those in attendance.
LCC Staff Member Tim Kurth and Kenya MissionTeam Updates Mission and Ministry Advancement StafferTim Kurth along with 15 others are currentlyin Kenya providing medical clinics fororphans and blind children. Throughyesterday 72 orphans received medicalcheck-ups and the construction team laid anew cement floor in the boys dormitory. Theteam played with the children and endedtheir time together with gifts of schoolsupplies, clothing, hygiene supplies andother items. Today they're traveling to therural town of Kitui where they'll providemedical care for blind children and work onrenovating a classroom building into acommunity clinic. Please keep the team inyour prayers as they travel by bus across Kenya to continue serving children with themercy and compassion of Jesus Christ. The team is comprised of volunteers from sixdifferent states. Click here to donate to the ongoing care of the orphaned and blind children of Kenya Click here for pictures and mission updates from Tim
Tim Hetzner Spoke on Disaster Response AtImmanuel Belvidere This past Sunday Tim Hetzner spoke atImmanuel Belvidere on DisasterResponse and what is all happeningNationally and Internationally - the joys andchallenges! LCC Comfort Dog Howieaccompanied Tim. Immanuel Belvidere is oneof the many congregations that has a LERTteam (Lutheran Early Response Team forDisasters) as part of the LCC LCMS DisasterResponse efforts to help people sufferingbecause of disasters.
Tim Hetzner Interviewed on Moody Radio's UrbanPraise On Monday, August 8th, Tim Hetzner wasinterviewed by Ashanti Pettaway, host ofUrban Praise on Moody Radio (in Chicago -WMBI AM 1110). Click here to listen to the interview
Looking to be in an in-depth Bible Study?Does Your Church Want to Host a Study? Your Small Group? Over 150 weeks of In-Depth Bible Studies available on DVD
Tim Hetzner, President of Lutheran Church Charities, has led over 40 Biblical StudiesTrips to the Middle East over the past 30 years. Learn his insights into the Biblical Text,the Culture and Customs of the People, the History and Archeology of the land - butMOST OF ALL - discover the MIND-METHOD-MANNER and MINISTRY of our LordJesus Christ. All Courses are available on DVD and also on the Internet. Become a host site for WordAmong Us Studies and find Answers in the Bible for Life's Many Difficulties andQuestions! For more information and registration, Click Here... To find out more information contact Tim Hetzner at 866-455-6466 or email [email protected]
Circuits 19 and 20 Host Gourmet Fund RaisingDinner for LCC Disaster Response
Last spring brought upon us a lot of naturecaused disasters: earthquake and Tsunamiin Japan brought upon the people of theregion nuclear meltdown; tornados in theAlabama, Mississippi and other states killedscores of people and left countless otherswithout homes and livelihood. Pastors ofCircuits 20 and 19 took close to their heartsthe pain of the affected people, realizingthat it is not enough to pray for the victimsof disasters and they need to take one stepfurther - to have a fundraiser dinner.
Reserve the date and the place
September 30, 2011 at 7 p.m.Saint Paul Lutheran Church
4660 West 94th Street, Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453
Our special speaker for the event will be Timothy Hetzner
President of Lutheran Church Charities. Our guests will be treated with 4 star gourmet food prepared by master chefs: Rev.Steven Riordan of Grace Lutheran Church, Western Springs (E19) andRev. Dr. Valdas Ausra of Zion Lithuanian Lutheran Church, Oak Lawn(E20) and Pastors of Circuits 19 and 20. Menu includes fine appetizers, salad, main course and dessert. Cost is $50.00 perperson. Limited seating. Deadline for reservations is Saturday, September 23, 2011. Please make reservationsthrough the office of Grace Lutheran Church, 4101 Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL60558 For more information call (708) 246-0536 or e-mail: [email protected] Payment should be included with your reservation. All the proceeds will go to supportDisaster Relief efforts of Lutheran Church Charities.
Help the Haitian Orphans NOW-Donations Neededfor Bunk BedsRequest from Sue Gross, Lutheran Mission Project
Friends of Haiti, I am often asked how a small congregationcan be part of the Haiti Ministry withoutmaking a monthly commitment of support.Well here it is..................... Immanuel Lutheran Church inRichton Park, along with the Richton ParkCommunity, bought a used school bus whichwe will use as a shipping container to sendlarge items to Pastor Isaac in Haiti. This is arare opportunity for us to have such a large
space to ship needed items to Haiti so we decided to take advantage of it by shippingthe much needed BUNKBEDS that the children will use when the addition on Pastor'shouse is finished next year. We found white pine bunk beds at IKEA for $159.00 each. The mattresses are extra andthey have 20 available right now if we want them. We do not have to pay tax and we willpick them up ourselves. So if we can get 20 congregations to donate$300.00 we will have enough beds for the 30 orphans and the guest room wheremission teams will stay in the future. We would like to thank Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Richton Park Community forthe FEST they sponsored last Saturday. All proceeds went to pay for the cost ofshipping the bus to Haiti. Please consider a donation for this cause. These children sleepon a concrete floor in Pastor's home right now. These children have never had a bed tosleep in! Can you imagine the excitement when they get to sleep in their very own bedfor the first time? Please help make this happen NOW. If the bus leaves before we canraise the money for the beds it will be too costly for us to ship them. Click here to donate
Comfort Dog Update
Comfort Dogs Attend Palatine StreetFest LCC Comfort Dogs Tara, Strudel, Tillie, JoJo and Leoattended the Palatine Street Fest last weekend withhandlers Marie Payes, Diane Moody, Lynn Buhrke,Becky Staehlin and Rick Pain. ImmanuelLutheran Church in Palatine and LCC K-9Comfort Dogs partnered in a great communityoutreach event. The perfect weather brought manypeople out to enjoy the festivities, spend time with thedogs, and learn about the many wonderful ministriesof Immanuel. A great time was had by all! St. Luke Itasca Rally Day
St Luke Itasca kicked off their Rally Day with a church service, picnic and greatactivities. LCC Staff members Dianna Bonfield, Rich and Dona Martin along with ComfortDogs Ladel and Olympia were on hand to be part of the celebration at St. Luke. Click here to schedule a K-9 Comfort Dog visit Donate to the K-9 Parish Comfort Dog Ministry
Families in NeedHelp Make A Difference
St John Lansing Family Home Destroyed in Fire Request from Pastor Duane Fluechtling, St. John Lutheran Church,Lansing, Illinois
Single Mother Needs Car for Medical Treatment and toFind EmploymentRequest from Pastor Harold Wahl, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Thornton,Illinois
Family Loses Everything in Fire Request from Larry Baade, Organist, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Addison,Illinois
Disaster Response
Immanuel Joplin Requests Construction Trailerfor Ongoing Recovery Work
Immanuel Lutheran Church andMartin Luther School have asked TrentDavis to serve as full time Disaster ReliefCoordinator with support from President Mirleyof the Missouri District. As Trent begins thetransition to Joplin he has asked for an officetrailer similar to those used on constructionsites. A simple trailer with power, heating anda/c, an entrance door and a window or two(see picture) would be used to house theoffices of the disaster recovery efforts. Thiswill allow Martin Luther School and Immanuel
to return their spaces to other ministry uses. Please consider making a donation towardsecuring a rent or lease on a trailer by clicking the link below. If you have a trailer thatmight be used, please contact Tim Kurth at LCC (866) 455-6466 [email protected]. Click here to donate
Help us Feed People in NeedIn Disaster Response and Outreach Events
LCC has been looking for a food cart to use inour Disaster Response and other outreachevents. This would be made available tocongregations when they do outreach eventsand be used to feed volunteers and displacedpeople in a Disaster Situation. Last week we found a cart and grill on atrailer that fits the bill. Help us raise theadditional $800 needed. ThriventFinancial for Lutherans NW Cook
County Chapter will match $1600! Click here if you would like to help with the purchase of the cart and grill.
New Disaster Response Trainings Scheduled ForFall 2011
Trinity Lutheran Church in Lisle willhost LERT Training on Tuesday,September 20th. Registration and a lightsupper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 6pm to 9 pm. St. John Lutheran Church in IslandLake will host LERT Training on Thursday,
September 22nd. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with classfrom 6 pm to 9 pm.
Zion Lutheran Church in Hinsdale will host LERT Training on Wednesday,October 5th. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 6pm to 9 pm. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Batavia will host LERT Training on Tuesday,October 25th. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 6pm to 9 pm. Our Savior Lutheran Church in Carol Stream will host LERT training onSaturday, November 12th. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30 amwith class from 9 am - 12 noon. Click here to register for LERT Training Registration is $20 and helps cover the cost of the training materials, meal, and theLERT vest, which is required to be worn in a disaster response situation. Registrationcan be paid by credit card online at time of registration or by cash or check at the door. This training will prepare team members for credentialing and will focus on the safety,work, and ministry of Lutherans as Early Responders. Click here to register for LERT training. For more information, call Dianna Bonfield at866-455-6466 or email [email protected].
Immanuel Joplin Begins Transition to Long TermRecovery: LCC Continues to Support Their Efforts With the school season quickly approaching,Immanuel Lutheran Church and Martin LutherSchool in Joplin are beginning the process oftransitioning their disaster relief center into along term recovery ministry. LCC will continueto register volunteers for the efforts in Joplinand update our website and newsletter with allthe latest information. Click here to donate to Tornado Relief inJoplin, Missouri Click Here to Volunteer in Joplin, Missouri
Alabama Recovery Continues - Volunteers StillNeeded Reverend Ed Brashier, Southern DistrictDisaster Response Coordinator, has sent usan update on the progress of recovery inAlabama. He writes...
In the Gardendale, Hanceville, Cullmanareas (Birmingham and north) we arestill doing tree and debris removal. In the Tuscaloosa area we are stilldoing tree and debris removal PLUSsome rebuild and remodel of homes. We are currently still housing volunteers in Gardendale and Tuscaloosa. Currentlyall rebuild work in Tuscaloosa is organized through another ministry. All tree anddebris removal is organized through Shepherd's Heart Ministry. I estimate that we will be working tree and debris clean up for another 4 months.Rebuild efforts will probably last another year. Please continue to encourage volunteers to come to Alabama.
Thank you for all your work in support of the disaster recovery efforts in everylocation!Ed
As you can see there is still much to be done in the south and we encourage individualsand churches to consider organizing a team to help in Alabama. Click on the link belowto volunteer. Contact Dona Martin at 866-455-6466 [email protected] with any questions.
Click Here to Donate to Disaster Relief in Alabama
Click Here to Volunteer in Alabama
With LCC CARE CARDING You CanMAKE A DIFFERENCE in a Tangible Way So many people want to help the people ofJoplin, Missouri in a meaningful way - but arenot sure what to do. Here is an opportunity toprovide Mercy and Compassion and Help to anindividual or family right now! Click here for more information If you are unable to do a CARE CARD butwould like to contribute to the purchase of giftcards, click here to donate.
Travel Trailers Needed for Disaster ResponseWorkRequest from Rev Ed Brashier - Associate Pastor at GoodShepherd Lutheran Church in Gardendale, Alabama andSouthern District Disaster Response Coordinator
LCC is in need of a donation of 1-4 travel trailers, the kind youcan pull with a car or truck and live in, to be used down southfor the longer term recovery efforts because of the tornadoesand flooding. Read more...
Vehicles Needed to Help Individuals andMinistriesAll vehicles that are donated toLCC go directly out to familiesor individuals through ourcongregations. NO vehicles aresold.
LCC has received numerous requests fromchurches for vehicles for families in need ofreliable transportation. The need for cars andvans to provide a means for getting to work,school and medical appointments has neverbeen higher.
If you have a working car or van please consider donating it to LCC for one of these
families. All vehicles that are donated to LCC go directly out to families or individualsthrough our congregations. NO vehicles are sold.
Here are some of the most recent requests, but we have others that are still waiting forsome word...
Single Man in Need of Transportation for Work Single Man in Need of Reliable Transportation for Work Single Man in Need of Reliable TransportationCars Needed for Immigrant Families
Click here for the complete page listing the needs
If you have a vehicle to donate, please [email protected] or call 866-455-6466
Faith Led Feet - An Opportunity to Put Your Faithin Action
Lutheran Church Charities has created a new page,"Faith LedFeet", on our web site that will help Christians who are involvedin activities for a charitable cause as an expression of their faith tospread the word. Click here to read more.
Other Stories Still Seeking SupportLutheran Man in Need of Pro Bono Criminal Legal Counsel and Representation Request from Northern Illinois District President to Help District Pastor Kenyan Pastor Needs Replacement Vehicle for Ministry and Family Help bring See Through the Scriptures to Haiti and the Dominican Republic Help support former Iraqi Muslim attend seminary
Items Free for the AskingLCC works THROUGH churches and is not a Direct Service Ministry. To requestan item on our "Free for the Asking" list please contact your Church and ask thatthey call us (866-455-6466) requesting an item. Arrangements will then be madeto connect the item with you. If you are not a member of a Christian Church thenplease call LCC to place you in contact with one of our LCMS churches who canassist you.
Pictured: 1930 Cable Nelson babygrand piano - good shape, needs a littleTLC and a tune-up (item #2877)
2893 two boxes of assorted socketset pieces2892 one flaring tool kit2891 one can of assorted sockets2890 one drill chuck2889 one tube of arcylic caulk2888 one oil filter clamp
2887 one paint roller2886 one grease gun2885 one Army cot replacement canvas2884 2 tubes lithium grease
Second Grade class rides theelevator with their teacher who
was recovering from kneereplacement surgery
2883 Pioneer stereo... included w/ an amplifier, surround sound, cabinet, 6 CDchanger and 2 speakers2882 Multi-Grey colored couch 2880 Rest-o-pedic (Limited Edition) queen size mattress with matching boxspring and bed frame. Good condition2879 72"x72" Sauder oak wall unit - Side cabinets have 4 shelves each (16"deep), Middle section is for TV with closed cabinet underneath (20"deep), top ofTV opening is another cabinet with glass doors with an interior light - ALL ONEPIECE2878 3-cushion sofa(79" long) and a 2 cushion love seat (54" long) - Excellentcondition - print fabric with beige background with a design of light blue and palewine
Click here for the full list of Items Free for the Asking
To OFFER an item for this section, or to get a Receipt for an item you have donated,CLICK HERE for the NON-MONETARY DONATION FORM
Ministry NeedsHelp Make A Difference
Elevator Repairs Needed at St. John's, ChicagoRequest from Pastor Richard Heinz, St. John's LutheranChurch and School, Chicago
In spite of the tough times that have plagued Lutheranschools on the northwest side of Chicago, St. John's("Mayfair," in the Portage Park neighborhood) hasbeen greatly blessed over the years, and continues tobe. Ten years ago, an extensive renovation broughtgreat improvements to both church and school. The$1.5 million project is 1/3 paid for, and although thebudget is stretched tightly, the mortgage with LCEF isbeing kept current. But when the Gospel is being preached and taughtclearly, and the Holy Spirit is working great things, thedevil gets nervous and tries to send annoyances. Read more...
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Team Needed to Paint Wheelchair Ramp inHillside Request from UKANDU Chicago
During this summer's UKANDU Mission Trip awheelchair ramp was prepared to paint but due to therain all week this project wasn't able to be finished.We are looking for LERT Teams, Youth Groups, Men'sGroups or individuals who would be willing tovolunteer their time to paint this deck. UKANDU willfund the materials for finishing the project, we simplyneed volunteers to donate their time. If this is something you or group would like to help
with please contact Tim Kurth at 866-455-6466 [email protected]
Carly Stevens, ExecutiveDirector MOST Ministries
Items Available to a Ministry
Reed Organ AvailableTen stop antique reed organ available to acongregation. The instrument, of solid oakconstruction, and lovingly waxed and polished, hasbeen in the same family since it was built in the late1800's.
Although modest in volume by today's standards, itmight well serve a smaller congregation in providingsupport for its liturgy and hymnody.
Currently in storage for the last several weeks, thisorgan, operated by mechanical bellows usingpedals, has been played until recently. A bench isincluded.
2881 (200) Lutheran Worship Hymnals (blue) located in Hampshire, Illinois 2879 72" X 72" Sauder Oak wall unit - Side cabinets have 4 shelves each (16"deep), Middle section is for TV with closed cabinet underneath (20"deep), top ofTV opening is another cabinet with glass doors with an interior light - ALL ONEPIECE2878 3-cushion sofa(79" long) and a 2 cushion love seat (54" long) - Excellentcondition - print fabric with beige background with a design of light blue and palewine2877 Cable Nelson baby grand piano 2873 Savin 3550 Duplicator2856 Hammond Commodore Series 300 Organ Wood is in excellent condition,teak color, includes bench. Was serviced about a year ago. Twomanuals/keyboards, full foot pedals, many stops.2849 (100) HS98 Hymnals
Click here for the full list of Items Available to a Ministry
To OFFER an item for this section, or to get a Receipt for an item you have donated,CLICK HERE for the NON-MONETARY DONATION FORM
Mission Opportunities Help Make A Difference
Short Term Mission OpportunitiesMOST Ministries
Lutheran Church Charities endorses MOST Ministries asa valuable partner in Proclaiming the Gospel of JesusChrist in works of service to others in places throughoutthe world. We have worked with MOST in the past andendorse and support this ministry. If you are interestedin Short Term Mission opportunities, please click hereto find out what currently is available. Or you may godirectly to their website at www.MostMinistries.org We thank God for the ministry and partnership of MOSTMinistries and encourage those who are interested to beinvolved with them in serving others. Thank you,Tim HetznerPresidentLutheran Church Charities
Malaria Initiative
The LCC Malaria Initiative provides treatment for malaria andresearch in multiple countries to combat the spread of Malaria. For more on the Malaria Initiative, click here Visit their web site: www.malaria01.org or E-mail:[email protected]
Click here to view a video about this project Click here to donate
COME LORD JESUS, BE OUR GUEST ...You recognize this prayer written by Martin Luther ...Come Lord Jesus, be our guestAnd let thy gifts to us be blessed. AmenIf we really mean this prayer and want Jesus to beour Guest - wouldn't we feed him also?
Consider becoming a part of LCC's individualchallenge and FEED THE INVISIBLE GUEST - ANDMAKE HIM VISIBLE program to help feed the hungry.
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International Ministry
LCC to Furnish Guest House in Haiti
Last October work began on the Guest House inJacmel, Haiti. Part of the Building Homes and Hope inHaiti project, which partners LCMS World Reliefand Human Care and Lutheran ChurchCharities, the Guest House will be used to housemission groups working in the area. The walls are upand the interior work has begun. Many items are stillneeded before the Guest House opens this fall so weare having a "Guest House Shower". If you or yourgroup would like to be a part of the "shower" and help
furnish the Guest House you can make a donation for any item(s) on the list. LCC willarrange for all donations, Dollar per Dollar, to be sent to Haiti to purchase the items. Thisis a great opportunity for individuals, congregations, mission teams or organizations to bepart of a project that will have a lasting impact in Haiti. Thank you to Jackie Rychel and the Ohio District for all their work overseeing theconstruction and furnishing of the guest house. If you have any questions regarding items on the list, please email Jackie Rychel [email protected]. Click here to read the list of items Click here to donate to furnish the guest house in Haiti
Here are Ways to Help Our Ongoing Haiti ReliefEfforts Physical NeedsWater Filters- School Version - $185- Home Version - $35Building Homes and Hope in HaitiShoes - $5Motorcycles for Pastors - $1,000Support College Students Volunteering in Haiti - $150Goats - $50 eachGeneral Disaster Response Donations
Spiritual NeedsStaff Workers in the Tent Cities - $200 a monthBibles in French - $6 eachLuther's Small Catechism in Creole - $5 eachSee Through the Scriptures manuals in French - $2 each
Developing ProjectsRadio Ministry - click here to learn moreHosting Haitian Christian Music Group for U.S. Tour - click here to learn more
Christian Education Projects in the Philippines
Help the Lutheran Church of the Philippines(LCP) move toward establishing 100 newchurch and school ministries by the year 2017to reach more people with the saving gospelof Jesus Christ! Rev. James Cerdenola is theLCP President. Read more... Click here to donate
LCC Ministry Resources
Ministry Resources Available to Congregations Looking for Ways to Share the Mercy andCompassion of Christ to Those in YourChurch and Community? How to Conduct a Successful Mission Fair Click here to learn more about
these and other MinistryResources available from LCC
LCC Staff and Comfort DogsAvailable for Church Functions andSchool Chapels!
Click here to learn more!
Servant at Heart - Online Christian BusinessDirectory
Looking for a Christian business?
Lutheran Church Charities has an online ChristianBusiness Directory, Servant@Heart.
This online directory allows: - Christians businesses to advertise their serviceswithout cost. - Christians looking for employment a place to post theirresume
- Christians with job openings a place to post those opening - Others to seek out Christian businesses and employees
Click here to learn more
Now Available: Join Tim Hetzner this fall as he leads aCHRISTKINDL MARKETS trip to the Czech Republic,Germany and Austria, November 27 to December 5, 2011 December is the time for the Christkindl Markets(Advent Markets) in the Czech Republic, Germanyand Austria, a tradition that dates back hundreds ofyears. Literally translated, the street fairs are Christ-child markets. They happen in nearly every city andvillage, large and small. They are always cause forcelebration and for shopping, for some roastedsausage, music on the streets and the insides ofcenturies-old churches, and, of course, some hot,spiced wine. Let this be an invitation to focus on Advent and theComing of Christ in bringing in the ChristmasSeason. Tim HetznerPresident, Lutheran Church Charities Click here for more information on this trip
Tim's Pick of the WeekNecessary Endings: The Employees,Businesses, and Relationships That Allof Us Have to Give Up in Order to MoveForwardby: Dr. Henry Cloud In Necessary Endings, Dr. Cloud demonstratesthat, when done well, "necessary endings" allowpeople to stop pain, foster growth, reach personaland business goals, and live better lives. Whendone poorly though, good opportunities are lost,and misery either remains or is repeated. In thisnew book, Dr. Cloud draws on years of experienceas an executive coach and therapist and offers a
mixture of advice and anecdotes to give reader the tools they need to begin pruning thebad and the broken from their lives so that the good may begin growing again.
Thrivent Choice - Help Support Making ADifference Through Lutheran Church Charities Thrivent Choice is the new charitablegrant program through which ThriventFinancial for Lutherans members are able todirect Thrivent charitable funds. Eligiblemembers are designated Choice Dollars,based on insurance premiums, contract values, and Thrivent Financial volunteerleadership which are directed by the member to Lutheran organizations.
LCC Emergency Assistance Fund
LCC gets requests daily concerning people who needassistance, and it is increasing because of the currenteconomic times we are living in.
LCC works through our churches to provide assistance bymaking the need known - and dollar per dollar we give themoney to a church to help the family or individual. However,we receive some requests that are emergencies, andmoney is needed that day or the next day and we can'talways get the need out in our weekly email newsletter first.
Would you consider making a gift to our LCC EmergencyAssistance fund so that when these emergency needsoccur we can help (through our churches) quicker? This isan important way for the Body of Christ to share the Mercy
and Compassion and Proclamation of Christ.
To contribute please click here
Thank you for continuing to Make A Difference! Tim Hetzner
ROC-Chicago, Illinois - September 9-10, 2011
Lutheran Hour Ministries (LHM) and the Northern Illinois District (NID) of theLutheran Church-Missouri Synod bring a truly unique conference experience tothe Chicago suburb of St. Charles for the fourth of LHM's eight RegionalOutreach Conferences (ROC) for 2011. ROC-Chicago will deliver valuable, ready-to-use ministry information frommission specialists, who are engaged in creative projects that combineinnovation and enthusiasm to bring the Gospel to their communities and thepeople they meet everyday. Tim Hetzner, President of Lutheran
Church Charities, will be presenting a breakout session on 101 Ways to Share the Mercy and Compassionof Christ . Prepare to be strengthened as a witness of Jesus Christ! This conference will include:
the opportunity to meet and hear from the new Speaker of The Lutheran Hour Rev. Greg Seltz;a missional challenge from LCMS NID President Rev. Dan Gilbert;a passionate presentation from Mission Facilitator Rev. Mike Mast;practical breakout sessions on hard-hitting topics to reach today's culture;age-appropriate training events for children and teens;Spanish language workshops and translation of main stage programs, and so much more!
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Special 9/11 Memorial Service On "Worship For Shut-Ins"
Yes, we've killed Osama bin Laden - but that is not our source of comfort and peace! Our source, of course, is our Savior Jesus Christ! "Worship for Shut-Ins" television service onSeptember 11 this month will be one of "Remembrance and Thanksgiving". This weekly TV programcan be seen weekly throughout the Northern Illinois District and the nation on DIRECTV Channel 377at 11:30 am Eastern time, 10:30 am Central, 9:30 am Mountain time, and 8:30 am Pacific time. It canalso be seen on their Web site of www.worshipforshutins.org by clicking on "View videos". The 9/11program should be up by 5:00 pm on September 9th. Throughout the District, "Worship for Shut-Ins" can be seen every week on the local Chicago station ofthe Total Living Network (TLN-Comcast Channel 138). This cable station stretches into central Illinois,northwest Indiana, and southwestern Michigan. Guest pastor for this special service will be Chaplain Colonel Retired James Cotter of FortWayne. Pastor Cotter is a graduate of Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne. He
has served four Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod congregations in Peoria, Illinois; Denver, Colorado; and two in FortWayne, Indiana. Lutheran Ministries Media is the producers of "Worship for Shut-Ins" and relies on contributions from individuals,organizations, and groups to sustain this television ministry at a cost of $1600 daily. Donations may be sent to LutheranMinistries Media; 5 Martin Luther Drive; Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825.
9/11 Prayer and Remembrance Service Hosted by St John's LaGrange
Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 4:30 pm Waiola ParkCorner of 47th St and WaiolaLaGrange, Illinois St. John's Lutheran Church and School, LaGrange will host a Serviceof Prayer and Remembrance on the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks onAmerica. This outdoor service for the community will be held at Waiola Park atthe corner of 47th street and Waiola (six blocks west of LaGrange Rd.) inLaGrange at 4:30pm on Sunday, September 11, 2011.
The afternoon's activities will include a program honoring emergency police officers and firefighters, a worship service andfree hamburgers and hot dogs for all who attend. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held in St. John's gym at505 S. Park Rd., LaGrange. For more information, contact St. John's at 708-354-1690.
The Churches of Circuits N-3 & N-2 Present "the Event"
Saturday, October 15, 2011 - 9 am - 3:30 pmSt. Peter Lutheran Church111 W. Olive StreetArlington Heights, Illinois
Faith, Life, Mission You are invited to something so special, it can only be called: "the EVENT"
Join with congregational members from 14 area churchesHear from our NID District President Dan GilbertAttend a wide array of interesting and informative seminars conducted by area pastors and othersEnjoy a luncheon fellowshipView exhibitor's materials from many Synod/District ministries
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Kara, 20, takes her dogs to dry land to goto the bathroom from her house inFairfield NJ after hurricane Irene.
August 31, 2011 In This Issue
Featured StoriesComfort Dog Update
Families in NeedDisaster Response
Ministry NeedsMission OpportunitiesInternational Ministry
LCC Ministry ResourcesTim's Pick of the Week
Upcoming EventsHow To Keep LCC Serving
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Hurricane Irene UpdateLutheran Church Charities Working in New Jerseyand the New Jersey District of the LCMS Filled with compassion, Jesus reached out his hand and touched theman. Mark 1:41 Please help be the Body of Christ to touch those suffering from Hurricane IreneHurricane
It will go down as one of the most damagingstorms to hit New Jersey in a century, if notin recorded history. The state's rivers,swollen by Irene's relentless downpours,began spilling their banks Sunday, inundatingbackyards and basements, major highwaysand downtown streets. Many waterways werestill rising, suggesting the worst is yet tocome. Even as 1 million displaced residentsbegan streaming back to their homes alongthe Shore, tens of thousands of peoplebegan evacuating inland flood zones, a vastexpanse stretching from the state's northeastcorner to Trenton.
Lutheran Church Charities will be working with Rev. Dennis Rockett, the VP of the NewJersey District of the LCMS and Pastor of Holy Cross Lutheran Church tobring assistance to the families and churches in that District. Assessment of propertiesand contacting the people affected (many of whom have not been able to get back tosee their property yet!) is taking place now. The New Jersey District Office had minimalflooding. LCC will be working with the New Jersey District to bring assistance and mostimportantly the Mercy and Compassion of Christ to those affected by Hurricane Irene.Any assistance is greatly appreciated to help! Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for youwill not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed," says the LORD, who hascompassion on you. Isaiah 54:10 To Donate, click here
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Newest K-9 Parish Comfort Dog Congregation-Living Christ in Arlington Heights LCC is happy to announce our latestcongregation to be part of the Parish ComfortDog Ministry. LCC Comfort Dog JoJo has beenplaced at Living Christ Lutheran Churchin Arlington Heights. Pastor Paul Klopkeand the congregation are excited to welcomeJoJo to the Living Christ family. They alreadyhave an extensive ministry plan in place thatwill allow JoJo to become a bridge for ministryand communication both within thecongregation and out in the community. LCCwelcomes Living Christ as an affiliate of theLCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. To God be theGlory! If you would like to support the Parish K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry Click Here
St. Matthew's "Comedor Popular" Soup Kitchen InDesperate Need of Industrial RefrigeratorRequest from Pastor Julio Loza and Maria Leal, Director ofCommunity Services, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Chicago,Illinois The very old industrial refrigerator used by "ComedorPopular" Soup Kitchen is no longer working. MariaLeal, Director of Community Services at St. Matthew,who is still undergoing cancer treatment, is continuingher efforts to share Christ's love by feeding thehungry. In order to serve those in their communitywho rely on the meals provided by "ComedorPopular" they need to replace their old industrialrefrigerator with a used or new one. If you have a used industrial refrigerator in goodworking condition that you can donate please callLCC at 866-455-6466 or [email protected] Click here to donate to a new refrigerator
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Cargo Van or Pick-up Truck Needed for FoodPantry at Zion Lutheran Church, ChicagoRequest from Pastor Stephane Kalonji, Zion LutheranChurch, Chicago Since its opening in June, Zion Lutheran Church's FoodPantry has been serving individuals and families with foodbags every Thursday, from 4:00p.m to 6:00p.m. and anyday and time in case of emergency. Each week thenumber of those coming to receive food has been growing.Zion's members have contributed their vehicles for the foodpick up from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, but weare no longer able to pick up all the food boxes due to thelimited transportation available. We therefore need helpwith a Cargo Van or Pick-up truck for the food pantry. Andsince more and more food items are being sold (at adiscounted price) by the Greater Chicago Food Depository,we're asking for financial assistance so we can purchase the food items that our clientsgreatly need. Thank you for your help! If you have a vehicle to donate please contact LCC at 866-455-6466 or [email protected] Click here to donate to support Zion's food pantry
Pastor in Need of Van for Outreach Ministry inChicagoRequest from Pastor Samuel Shin, Tabor Lutheran Church,Chicago
I am a Lutheran pastor in Chicago serving at TaborLutheran Church, focusing on the ethnic outreachministry. I need a van to be able to pick up and dropoff people as part of our outreach to the community. Ido not have a personal car that I can use. If you havea van that you can donate to this ministry it would be areal blessing to this community. Thank you and God's blessing to you! Pastor Samuel Shin If you have a vehicle to donate please contact LCC at866-455-6466 or [email protected]
Devotion Series - What We Owe Our Children The three-part devotion series entitled "WhatWe Owe Our Children" began today. Click here to sign up for our freeonline devotions Click here for our archive of DailyDevotions
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LCC Staff Tim Hetzner at the MagdeburgConference sponsored by the LutheranCatechetical Society
This past Saturday Tim Hetzner attended the MagdeburgConference. The guest speaker was Rev Brian Saunders,President of the Iowa East District of the LCMS,who spoke on the Augsburg Confession Articles I-III. Thiswas a wonderful and informative conference sponsored by theLutheran Catechetical Society. If you are not familiarwith them - you should be. They produce some solid BiblicalDVD's that can be used by churches or individuals -http://www.thelcs.org/Presentations.html. LCC Parish ComfortDog Howie was also present to bring Comfort andCompassion to those in attendance.
LCC Staff Member Tim Kurth and Kenya MissionTeam Updates Mission and Ministry Advancement StafferTim Kurth along with 15 others are currentlyin Kenya providing medical clinics fororphans and blind children. Throughyesterday 72 orphans received medicalcheck-ups and the construction team laid anew cement floor in the boys dormitory. Theteam played with the children and endedtheir time together with gifts of schoolsupplies, clothing, hygiene supplies andother items. Today they're traveling to therural town of Kitui where they'll providemedical care for blind children and work onrenovating a classroom building into acommunity clinic. Please keep the team inyour prayers as they travel by bus across Kenya to continue serving children with themercy and compassion of Jesus Christ. The team is comprised of volunteers from sixdifferent states. Click here to donate to the ongoing care of the orphaned and blind children of Kenya Click here for pictures and mission updates from Tim
Tim Hetzner Spoke on Disaster Response AtImmanuel Belvidere This past Sunday Tim Hetzner spoke atImmanuel Belvidere on DisasterResponse and what is all happeningNationally and Internationally - the joys andchallenges! LCC Comfort Dog Howieaccompanied Tim. Immanuel Belvidere is oneof the many congregations that has a LERTteam (Lutheran Early Response Team forDisasters) as part of the LCC LCMS DisasterResponse efforts to help people sufferingbecause of disasters.
Tim Hetzner Interviewed on Moody Radio's UrbanPraise On Monday, August 8th, Tim Hetzner wasinterviewed by Ashanti Pettaway, host ofUrban Praise on Moody Radio (in Chicago -WMBI AM 1110). Click here to listen to the interview
Looking to be in an in-depth Bible Study?Does Your Church Want to Host a Study? Your Small Group? Over 150 weeks of In-Depth Bible Studies available on DVD
Tim Hetzner, President of Lutheran Church Charities, has led over 40 Biblical StudiesTrips to the Middle East over the past 30 years. Learn his insights into the Biblical Text,the Culture and Customs of the People, the History and Archeology of the land - butMOST OF ALL - discover the MIND-METHOD-MANNER and MINISTRY of our LordJesus Christ. All Courses are available on DVD and also on the Internet. Become a host site for WordAmong Us Studies and find Answers in the Bible for Life's Many Difficulties andQuestions! For more information and registration, Click Here... To find out more information contact Tim Hetzner at 866-455-6466 or email [email protected]
Circuits 19 and 20 Host Gourmet Fund RaisingDinner for LCC Disaster Response
Last spring brought upon us a lot of naturecaused disasters: earthquake and Tsunamiin Japan brought upon the people of theregion nuclear meltdown; tornados in theAlabama, Mississippi and other states killedscores of people and left countless otherswithout homes and livelihood. Pastors ofCircuits 20 and 19 took close to their heartsthe pain of the affected people, realizingthat it is not enough to pray for the victimsof disasters and they need to take one stepfurther - to have a fundraiser dinner.
Reserve the date and the place
September 30, 2011 at 7 p.m.Saint Paul Lutheran Church
4660 West 94th Street, Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453
Our special speaker for the event will be Timothy Hetzner
President of Lutheran Church Charities. Our guests will be treated with 4 star gourmet food prepared by master chefs: Rev.Steven Riordan of Grace Lutheran Church, Western Springs (E19) andRev. Dr. Valdas Ausra of Zion Lithuanian Lutheran Church, Oak Lawn(E20) and Pastors of Circuits 19 and 20. Menu includes fine appetizers, salad, main course and dessert. Cost is $50.00 perperson. Limited seating. Deadline for reservations is Saturday, September 23, 2011. Please make reservationsthrough the office of Grace Lutheran Church, 4101 Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL60558 For more information call (708) 246-0536 or e-mail: [email protected] Payment should be included with your reservation. All the proceeds will go to supportDisaster Relief efforts of Lutheran Church Charities.
Help the Haitian Orphans NOW-Donations Neededfor Bunk BedsRequest from Sue Gross, Lutheran Mission Project
Friends of Haiti, I am often asked how a small congregationcan be part of the Haiti Ministry withoutmaking a monthly commitment of support.Well here it is..................... Immanuel Lutheran Church inRichton Park, along with the Richton ParkCommunity, bought a used school bus whichwe will use as a shipping container to sendlarge items to Pastor Isaac in Haiti. This is arare opportunity for us to have such a large
space to ship needed items to Haiti so we decided to take advantage of it by shippingthe much needed BUNKBEDS that the children will use when the addition on Pastor'shouse is finished next year. We found white pine bunk beds at IKEA for $159.00 each. The mattresses are extra andthey have 20 available right now if we want them. We do not have to pay tax and we willpick them up ourselves. So if we can get 20 congregations to donate$300.00 we will have enough beds for the 30 orphans and the guest room wheremission teams will stay in the future. We would like to thank Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Richton Park Community forthe FEST they sponsored last Saturday. All proceeds went to pay for the cost ofshipping the bus to Haiti. Please consider a donation for this cause. These children sleepon a concrete floor in Pastor's home right now. These children have never had a bed tosleep in! Can you imagine the excitement when they get to sleep in their very own bedfor the first time? Please help make this happen NOW. If the bus leaves before we canraise the money for the beds it will be too costly for us to ship them. Click here to donate
Comfort Dog Update
Comfort Dogs Attend Palatine StreetFest LCC Comfort Dogs Tara, Strudel, Tillie, JoJo and Leoattended the Palatine Street Fest last weekend withhandlers Marie Payes, Diane Moody, Lynn Buhrke,Becky Staehlin and Rick Pain. ImmanuelLutheran Church in Palatine and LCC K-9Comfort Dogs partnered in a great communityoutreach event. The perfect weather brought manypeople out to enjoy the festivities, spend time with thedogs, and learn about the many wonderful ministriesof Immanuel. A great time was had by all! St. Luke Itasca Rally Day
St Luke Itasca kicked off their Rally Day with a church service, picnic and greatactivities. LCC Staff members Dianna Bonfield, Rich and Dona Martin along with ComfortDogs Ladel and Olympia were on hand to be part of the celebration at St. Luke. Click here to schedule a K-9 Comfort Dog visit Donate to the K-9 Parish Comfort Dog Ministry
Families in NeedHelp Make A Difference
St John Lansing Family Home Destroyed in Fire Request from Pastor Duane Fluechtling, St. John Lutheran Church,Lansing, Illinois
Single Mother Needs Car for Medical Treatment and toFind EmploymentRequest from Pastor Harold Wahl, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Thornton,Illinois
Family Loses Everything in Fire Request from Larry Baade, Organist, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Addison,Illinois
Disaster Response
Immanuel Joplin Requests Construction Trailerfor Ongoing Recovery Work
Immanuel Lutheran Church andMartin Luther School have asked TrentDavis to serve as full time Disaster ReliefCoordinator with support from President Mirleyof the Missouri District. As Trent begins thetransition to Joplin he has asked for an officetrailer similar to those used on constructionsites. A simple trailer with power, heating anda/c, an entrance door and a window or two(see picture) would be used to house theoffices of the disaster recovery efforts. Thiswill allow Martin Luther School and Immanuel
to return their spaces to other ministry uses. Please consider making a donation towardsecuring a rent or lease on a trailer by clicking the link below. If you have a trailer thatmight be used, please contact Tim Kurth at LCC (866) 455-6466 [email protected]. Click here to donate
Help us Feed People in NeedIn Disaster Response and Outreach Events
LCC has been looking for a food cart to use inour Disaster Response and other outreachevents. This would be made available tocongregations when they do outreach eventsand be used to feed volunteers and displacedpeople in a Disaster Situation. Last week we found a cart and grill on atrailer that fits the bill. Help us raise theadditional $800 needed. ThriventFinancial for Lutherans NW Cook
County Chapter will match $1600! Click here if you would like to help with the purchase of the cart and grill.
New Disaster Response Trainings Scheduled ForFall 2011
Trinity Lutheran Church in Lisle willhost LERT Training on Tuesday,September 20th. Registration and a lightsupper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 6pm to 9 pm. St. John Lutheran Church in IslandLake will host LERT Training on Thursday,
September 22nd. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with classfrom 6 pm to 9 pm.
Zion Lutheran Church in Hinsdale will host LERT Training on Wednesday,October 5th. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 6pm to 9 pm. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Batavia will host LERT Training on Tuesday,October 25th. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 6pm to 9 pm. Our Savior Lutheran Church in Carol Stream will host LERT training onSaturday, November 12th. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30 amwith class from 9 am - 12 noon. Click here to register for LERT Training Registration is $20 and helps cover the cost of the training materials, meal, and theLERT vest, which is required to be worn in a disaster response situation. Registrationcan be paid by credit card online at time of registration or by cash or check at the door. This training will prepare team members for credentialing and will focus on the safety,work, and ministry of Lutherans as Early Responders. Click here to register for LERT training. For more information, call Dianna Bonfield at866-455-6466 or email [email protected].
Immanuel Joplin Begins Transition to Long TermRecovery: LCC Continues to Support Their Efforts With the school season quickly approaching,Immanuel Lutheran Church and Martin LutherSchool in Joplin are beginning the process oftransitioning their disaster relief center into along term recovery ministry. LCC will continueto register volunteers for the efforts in Joplinand update our website and newsletter with allthe latest information. Click here to donate to Tornado Relief inJoplin, Missouri Click Here to Volunteer in Joplin, Missouri
Alabama Recovery Continues - Volunteers StillNeeded Reverend Ed Brashier, Southern DistrictDisaster Response Coordinator, has sent usan update on the progress of recovery inAlabama. He writes...
In the Gardendale, Hanceville, Cullmanareas (Birmingham and north) we arestill doing tree and debris removal. In the Tuscaloosa area we are stilldoing tree and debris removal PLUSsome rebuild and remodel of homes. We are currently still housing volunteers in Gardendale and Tuscaloosa. Currentlyall rebuild work in Tuscaloosa is organized through another ministry. All tree anddebris removal is organized through Shepherd's Heart Ministry. I estimate that we will be working tree and debris clean up for another 4 months.Rebuild efforts will probably last another year. Please continue to encourage volunteers to come to Alabama.
Thank you for all your work in support of the disaster recovery efforts in everylocation!Ed
As you can see there is still much to be done in the south and we encourage individualsand churches to consider organizing a team to help in Alabama. Click on the link belowto volunteer. Contact Dona Martin at 866-455-6466 [email protected] with any questions.
Click Here to Donate to Disaster Relief in Alabama
Click Here to Volunteer in Alabama
With LCC CARE CARDING You CanMAKE A DIFFERENCE in a Tangible Way So many people want to help the people ofJoplin, Missouri in a meaningful way - but arenot sure what to do. Here is an opportunity toprovide Mercy and Compassion and Help to anindividual or family right now! Click here for more information If you are unable to do a CARE CARD butwould like to contribute to the purchase of giftcards, click here to donate.
Travel Trailers Needed for Disaster ResponseWorkRequest from Rev Ed Brashier - Associate Pastor at GoodShepherd Lutheran Church in Gardendale, Alabama andSouthern District Disaster Response Coordinator
LCC is in need of a donation of 1-4 travel trailers, the kind youcan pull with a car or truck and live in, to be used down southfor the longer term recovery efforts because of the tornadoesand flooding. Read more...
Vehicles Needed to Help Individuals andMinistriesAll vehicles that are donated toLCC go directly out to familiesor individuals through ourcongregations. NO vehicles aresold.
LCC has received numerous requests fromchurches for vehicles for families in need ofreliable transportation. The need for cars andvans to provide a means for getting to work,school and medical appointments has neverbeen higher.
If you have a working car or van please consider donating it to LCC for one of these
families. All vehicles that are donated to LCC go directly out to families or individualsthrough our congregations. NO vehicles are sold.
Here are some of the most recent requests, but we have others that are still waiting forsome word...
Single Man in Need of Transportation for Work Single Man in Need of Reliable Transportation for Work Single Man in Need of Reliable TransportationCars Needed for Immigrant Families
Click here for the complete page listing the needs
If you have a vehicle to donate, please [email protected] or call 866-455-6466
Faith Led Feet - An Opportunity to Put Your Faithin Action
Lutheran Church Charities has created a new page,"Faith LedFeet", on our web site that will help Christians who are involvedin activities for a charitable cause as an expression of their faith tospread the word. Click here to read more.
Other Stories Still Seeking SupportLutheran Man in Need of Pro Bono Criminal Legal Counsel and Representation Request from Northern Illinois District President to Help District Pastor Kenyan Pastor Needs Replacement Vehicle for Ministry and Family Help bring See Through the Scriptures to Haiti and the Dominican Republic Help support former Iraqi Muslim attend seminary
Items Free for the AskingLCC works THROUGH churches and is not a Direct Service Ministry. To requestan item on our "Free for the Asking" list please contact your Church and ask thatthey call us (866-455-6466) requesting an item. Arrangements will then be madeto connect the item with you. If you are not a member of a Christian Church thenplease call LCC to place you in contact with one of our LCMS churches who canassist you.
Pictured: 1930 Cable Nelson babygrand piano - good shape, needs a littleTLC and a tune-up (item #2877)
2893 two boxes of assorted socketset pieces2892 one flaring tool kit2891 one can of assorted sockets2890 one drill chuck2889 one tube of arcylic caulk2888 one oil filter clamp
2887 one paint roller2886 one grease gun2885 one Army cot replacement canvas2884 2 tubes lithium grease
Second Grade class rides theelevator with their teacher who
was recovering from kneereplacement surgery
2883 Pioneer stereo... included w/ an amplifier, surround sound, cabinet, 6 CDchanger and 2 speakers2882 Multi-Grey colored couch 2880 Rest-o-pedic (Limited Edition) queen size mattress with matching boxspring and bed frame. Good condition2879 72"x72" Sauder oak wall unit - Side cabinets have 4 shelves each (16"deep), Middle section is for TV with closed cabinet underneath (20"deep), top ofTV opening is another cabinet with glass doors with an interior light - ALL ONEPIECE2878 3-cushion sofa(79" long) and a 2 cushion love seat (54" long) - Excellentcondition - print fabric with beige background with a design of light blue and palewine
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Ministry NeedsHelp Make A Difference
Elevator Repairs Needed at St. John's, ChicagoRequest from Pastor Richard Heinz, St. John's LutheranChurch and School, Chicago
In spite of the tough times that have plagued Lutheranschools on the northwest side of Chicago, St. John's("Mayfair," in the Portage Park neighborhood) hasbeen greatly blessed over the years, and continues tobe. Ten years ago, an extensive renovation broughtgreat improvements to both church and school. The$1.5 million project is 1/3 paid for, and although thebudget is stretched tightly, the mortgage with LCEF isbeing kept current. But when the Gospel is being preached and taughtclearly, and the Holy Spirit is working great things, thedevil gets nervous and tries to send annoyances. Read more...
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Team Needed to Paint Wheelchair Ramp inHillside Request from UKANDU Chicago
During this summer's UKANDU Mission Trip awheelchair ramp was prepared to paint but due to therain all week this project wasn't able to be finished.We are looking for LERT Teams, Youth Groups, Men'sGroups or individuals who would be willing tovolunteer their time to paint this deck. UKANDU willfund the materials for finishing the project, we simplyneed volunteers to donate their time. If this is something you or group would like to help
with please contact Tim Kurth at 866-455-6466 [email protected]
Carly Stevens, ExecutiveDirector MOST Ministries
Items Available to a Ministry
Reed Organ AvailableTen stop antique reed organ available to acongregation. The instrument, of solid oakconstruction, and lovingly waxed and polished, hasbeen in the same family since it was built in the late1800's.
Although modest in volume by today's standards, itmight well serve a smaller congregation in providingsupport for its liturgy and hymnody.
Currently in storage for the last several weeks, thisorgan, operated by mechanical bellows usingpedals, has been played until recently. A bench isincluded.
2881 (200) Lutheran Worship Hymnals (blue) located in Hampshire, Illinois 2879 72" X 72" Sauder Oak wall unit - Side cabinets have 4 shelves each (16"deep), Middle section is for TV with closed cabinet underneath (20"deep), top ofTV opening is another cabinet with glass doors with an interior light - ALL ONEPIECE2878 3-cushion sofa(79" long) and a 2 cushion love seat (54" long) - Excellentcondition - print fabric with beige background with a design of light blue and palewine2877 Cable Nelson baby grand piano 2873 Savin 3550 Duplicator2856 Hammond Commodore Series 300 Organ Wood is in excellent condition,teak color, includes bench. Was serviced about a year ago. Twomanuals/keyboards, full foot pedals, many stops.2849 (100) HS98 Hymnals
Click here for the full list of Items Available to a Ministry
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Mission Opportunities Help Make A Difference
Short Term Mission OpportunitiesMOST Ministries
Lutheran Church Charities endorses MOST Ministries asa valuable partner in Proclaiming the Gospel of JesusChrist in works of service to others in places throughoutthe world. We have worked with MOST in the past andendorse and support this ministry. If you are interestedin Short Term Mission opportunities, please click hereto find out what currently is available. Or you may godirectly to their website at www.MostMinistries.org We thank God for the ministry and partnership of MOSTMinistries and encourage those who are interested to beinvolved with them in serving others. Thank you,Tim HetznerPresidentLutheran Church Charities
Malaria Initiative
The LCC Malaria Initiative provides treatment for malaria andresearch in multiple countries to combat the spread of Malaria. For more on the Malaria Initiative, click here Visit their web site: www.malaria01.org or E-mail:[email protected]
Click here to view a video about this project Click here to donate
COME LORD JESUS, BE OUR GUEST ...You recognize this prayer written by Martin Luther ...Come Lord Jesus, be our guestAnd let thy gifts to us be blessed. AmenIf we really mean this prayer and want Jesus to beour Guest - wouldn't we feed him also?
Consider becoming a part of LCC's individualchallenge and FEED THE INVISIBLE GUEST - ANDMAKE HIM VISIBLE program to help feed the hungry.
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International Ministry
LCC to Furnish Guest House in Haiti
Last October work began on the Guest House inJacmel, Haiti. Part of the Building Homes and Hope inHaiti project, which partners LCMS World Reliefand Human Care and Lutheran ChurchCharities, the Guest House will be used to housemission groups working in the area. The walls are upand the interior work has begun. Many items are stillneeded before the Guest House opens this fall so weare having a "Guest House Shower". If you or yourgroup would like to be a part of the "shower" and help
furnish the Guest House you can make a donation for any item(s) on the list. LCC willarrange for all donations, Dollar per Dollar, to be sent to Haiti to purchase the items. Thisis a great opportunity for individuals, congregations, mission teams or organizations to bepart of a project that will have a lasting impact in Haiti. Thank you to Jackie Rychel and the Ohio District for all their work overseeing theconstruction and furnishing of the guest house. If you have any questions regarding items on the list, please email Jackie Rychel [email protected]. Click here to read the list of items Click here to donate to furnish the guest house in Haiti
Here are Ways to Help Our Ongoing Haiti ReliefEfforts Physical NeedsWater Filters- School Version - $185- Home Version - $35Building Homes and Hope in HaitiShoes - $5Motorcycles for Pastors - $1,000Support College Students Volunteering in Haiti - $150Goats - $50 eachGeneral Disaster Response Donations
Spiritual NeedsStaff Workers in the Tent Cities - $200 a monthBibles in French - $6 eachLuther's Small Catechism in Creole - $5 eachSee Through the Scriptures manuals in French - $2 each
Developing ProjectsRadio Ministry - click here to learn moreHosting Haitian Christian Music Group for U.S. Tour - click here to learn more
Christian Education Projects in the Philippines
Help the Lutheran Church of the Philippines(LCP) move toward establishing 100 newchurch and school ministries by the year 2017to reach more people with the saving gospelof Jesus Christ! Rev. James Cerdenola is theLCP President. Read more... Click here to donate
LCC Ministry Resources
Ministry Resources Available to Congregations Looking for Ways to Share the Mercy andCompassion of Christ to Those in YourChurch and Community? How to Conduct a Successful Mission Fair Click here to learn more about
these and other MinistryResources available from LCC
LCC Staff and Comfort DogsAvailable for Church Functions andSchool Chapels!
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Servant at Heart - Online Christian BusinessDirectory
Looking for a Christian business?
Lutheran Church Charities has an online ChristianBusiness Directory, Servant@Heart.
This online directory allows: - Christians businesses to advertise their serviceswithout cost. - Christians looking for employment a place to post theirresume
- Christians with job openings a place to post those opening - Others to seek out Christian businesses and employees
Click here to learn more
Now Available: Join Tim Hetzner this fall as he leads aCHRISTKINDL MARKETS trip to the Czech Republic,Germany and Austria, November 27 to December 5, 2011 December is the time for the Christkindl Markets(Advent Markets) in the Czech Republic, Germanyand Austria, a tradition that dates back hundreds ofyears. Literally translated, the street fairs are Christ-child markets. They happen in nearly every city andvillage, large and small. They are always cause forcelebration and for shopping, for some roastedsausage, music on the streets and the insides ofcenturies-old churches, and, of course, some hot,spiced wine. Let this be an invitation to focus on Advent and theComing of Christ in bringing in the ChristmasSeason. Tim HetznerPresident, Lutheran Church Charities Click here for more information on this trip
Tim's Pick of the WeekNecessary Endings: The Employees,Businesses, and Relationships That Allof Us Have to Give Up in Order to MoveForwardby: Dr. Henry Cloud In Necessary Endings, Dr. Cloud demonstratesthat, when done well, "necessary endings" allowpeople to stop pain, foster growth, reach personaland business goals, and live better lives. Whendone poorly though, good opportunities are lost,and misery either remains or is repeated. In thisnew book, Dr. Cloud draws on years of experienceas an executive coach and therapist and offers a
mixture of advice and anecdotes to give reader the tools they need to begin pruning thebad and the broken from their lives so that the good may begin growing again.
Thrivent Choice - Help Support Making ADifference Through Lutheran Church Charities Thrivent Choice is the new charitablegrant program through which ThriventFinancial for Lutherans members are able todirect Thrivent charitable funds. Eligiblemembers are designated Choice Dollars,based on insurance premiums, contract values, and Thrivent Financial volunteerleadership which are directed by the member to Lutheran organizations.
LCC Emergency Assistance Fund
LCC gets requests daily concerning people who needassistance, and it is increasing because of the currenteconomic times we are living in.
LCC works through our churches to provide assistance bymaking the need known - and dollar per dollar we give themoney to a church to help the family or individual. However,we receive some requests that are emergencies, andmoney is needed that day or the next day and we can'talways get the need out in our weekly email newsletter first.
Would you consider making a gift to our LCC EmergencyAssistance fund so that when these emergency needsoccur we can help (through our churches) quicker? This isan important way for the Body of Christ to share the Mercy
and Compassion and Proclamation of Christ.
To contribute please click here
Thank you for continuing to Make A Difference! Tim Hetzner
ROC-Chicago, Illinois - September 9-10, 2011
Lutheran Hour Ministries (LHM) and the Northern Illinois District (NID) of theLutheran Church-Missouri Synod bring a truly unique conference experience tothe Chicago suburb of St. Charles for the fourth of LHM's eight RegionalOutreach Conferences (ROC) for 2011. ROC-Chicago will deliver valuable, ready-to-use ministry information frommission specialists, who are engaged in creative projects that combineinnovation and enthusiasm to bring the Gospel to their communities and thepeople they meet everyday. Tim Hetzner, President of Lutheran
Church Charities, will be presenting a breakout session on 101 Ways to Share the Mercy and Compassionof Christ . Prepare to be strengthened as a witness of Jesus Christ! This conference will include:
the opportunity to meet and hear from the new Speaker of The Lutheran Hour Rev. Greg Seltz;a missional challenge from LCMS NID President Rev. Dan Gilbert;a passionate presentation from Mission Facilitator Rev. Mike Mast;practical breakout sessions on hard-hitting topics to reach today's culture;age-appropriate training events for children and teens;Spanish language workshops and translation of main stage programs, and so much more!
Click here for conference details and registration information
Special 9/11 Memorial Service On "Worship For Shut-Ins"
Yes, we've killed Osama bin Laden - but that is not our source of comfort and peace! Our source, of course, is our Savior Jesus Christ! "Worship for Shut-Ins" television service onSeptember 11 this month will be one of "Remembrance and Thanksgiving". This weekly TV programcan be seen weekly throughout the Northern Illinois District and the nation on DIRECTV Channel 377at 11:30 am Eastern time, 10:30 am Central, 9:30 am Mountain time, and 8:30 am Pacific time. It canalso be seen on their Web site of www.worshipforshutins.org by clicking on "View videos". The 9/11program should be up by 5:00 pm on September 9th. Throughout the District, "Worship for Shut-Ins" can be seen every week on the local Chicago station ofthe Total Living Network (TLN-Comcast Channel 138). This cable station stretches into central Illinois,northwest Indiana, and southwestern Michigan. Guest pastor for this special service will be Chaplain Colonel Retired James Cotter of FortWayne. Pastor Cotter is a graduate of Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne. He
has served four Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod congregations in Peoria, Illinois; Denver, Colorado; and two in FortWayne, Indiana. Lutheran Ministries Media is the producers of "Worship for Shut-Ins" and relies on contributions from individuals,organizations, and groups to sustain this television ministry at a cost of $1600 daily. Donations may be sent to LutheranMinistries Media; 5 Martin Luther Drive; Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825.
9/11 Prayer and Remembrance Service Hosted by St John's LaGrange
Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 4:30 pm Waiola ParkCorner of 47th St and WaiolaLaGrange, Illinois St. John's Lutheran Church and School, LaGrange will host a Serviceof Prayer and Remembrance on the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks onAmerica. This outdoor service for the community will be held at Waiola Park atthe corner of 47th street and Waiola (six blocks west of LaGrange Rd.) inLaGrange at 4:30pm on Sunday, September 11, 2011.
The afternoon's activities will include a program honoring emergency police officers and firefighters, a worship service andfree hamburgers and hot dogs for all who attend. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held in St. John's gym at505 S. Park Rd., LaGrange. For more information, contact St. John's at 708-354-1690.
The Churches of Circuits N-3 & N-2 Present "the Event"
Saturday, October 15, 2011 - 9 am - 3:30 pmSt. Peter Lutheran Church111 W. Olive StreetArlington Heights, Illinois
Faith, Life, Mission You are invited to something so special, it can only be called: "the EVENT"
Join with congregational members from 14 area churchesHear from our NID District President Dan GilbertAttend a wide array of interesting and informative seminars conducted by area pastors and othersEnjoy a luncheon fellowshipView exhibitor's materials from many Synod/District ministries
Lutheran Church Extension FundLutheran Church Charities Thrivent Lutheran Hour MinistriesLutheran Child and Family ServicesWheatRidge
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How To Support Lutheran Church Charities
All contributions go dollar per dollar to the causes listed in this newsletter.
If you would like more information on how to help or if you have items to share please [email protected] or send contributions to LCC, 333 West Lake Street, Addison,IL 60101or contribute at our web site at http://www.LutheranChurchCharities.org or call us for credit carddonations at LCC's office at (866) 455- 6466
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