September 21, 2011
In This Issue
Featured Stories Excitement Families in Need Disaster Response things here Ministry Needs Mission Opportunities International Ministry LCC Ministry Resources Tim's Pick of the Week Upcoming Events How To Keep LCC Serving
Tim's Pick of the Week
for a Latrine in Haiti - Puts in the US in perspective
LCMS World Relief and Human Care, along with Lutheran Church Charities, are trying to put a latrine and water filter system in each of our 82 Lutheran Schools in Haiti. Our first latrine has been completed and dedicated this past weekend! It is touching to see such excitement in having a latrine! To dedicate it! It puts our situation in the US with our economic worries in perspective. Imagine not having any washroom facilities, which is the case for each of our Lutheran Schools in Haiti! To see their excitement to have a latrine! We will continue to build these for each of the schools as money comes in! Consider Making a Difference to a Lutheran School by providing a latrine! Only $500 to build. A water filter is only $185. Thank you to those who have donated so far to make this exciting event happen. LCC received the following email from Laurent Lophane in Haiti along with pictures of the new latrine: "Peace and Grace to you from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I went this morning at Colminy where I inaugurated the latrine. The committee of the church and the school were happy for this big gift, you know this latrine is the first one in this area. I want to thank each of you in their name, those people were really in need, may God bless you and your ministry and your activities also." Click here to donate to the Haiti Latrine Fund Click here to donate to the Haiti Lutheran School Water Filtration Fund Click here to donate to the Haiti Family Water Filter Fund
Family of Five Lost Home - Need Financial Assistance
Request by Vicar Steven Warren, Zion Lutheran Church, Chicago
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Marcus and Crystal and their three children have just started to attend Zion. I recently baptized the entire family and both parents are now taking New Members Classes and the two oldest children will start the next confirmation class. That's the good news. The not so good news is that they have fallen on hard times. Marcus has lost his job and they have lost their home! They are currently living with his mother. We are requesting financial assistance for this family; they need $2,500 in order to get into an apartment. We are also asking for employment opportunities for Marcus who is a licensed and certified Plumber. If you know of any employment opportunities please contact Vicar Warren at (773) 9283530 Click here to donate
Family Facing Eviction because Landlord is being Foreclosed LCC connects needs with resources, working with more than 400 congregations to help Christians "Make a Difference in People's Lives and in God's Kingdom" To meet our staff, click here
Request from Pastor Rich Heinz, St. John's Lutheran Church & School, Chicago
Rebekah is a member of St. John's and has not been in her current home very long. Really, she barely finished moving everything and unpacking the home. On her family's tight budget, she managed to squeeze out the security deposit and rent, and they get by. This week, she returned home to find a notice from the bank on her door. Her landlord is going through foreclosure, and she has to be out of the apartment in 10 days -- by the end of the business day on September 30. Her security deposit is gone. Like many of us in the current economy, Rebekah's family lives very much "hand to mouth." We are doing what we can to help her but it is more than our parish can handle alone. If you are able to contribute toward them, so they can come up with a security deposit and first month's rent for a new place, it would be
For more information about LCC and its human care ministry, please contact LCC staff at: LCC@LutheranChurch Charities.org More... a great blessing!
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Bible Classes Daily Devotions
Request by Rev. Hicham Chehab, Pastor, Salam Christian Fellowship & Missionary for Chicagoland Lutheran Muslim Mission Association (CLMMA)
Bashir is in his early twenties, he has been in the United States for one year, and has been coming to Salam since he arrived. Bashir is a hemophilic. He also has a club foot that gives him pain. He lives with his unemployed father and mother and his brother, who is also a hemophilic. We will help Bashir apply for disability, but that takes six months to be determined. In the meantime he needs finical help to afford his medications; they run $300.00 a month. Bashir is open to the Gospel and we pray that Christ will call him to faith. Love is always overwhelming, and we need to show him the love of Christ.
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Pastor in Need of Financial Assistance
Request from Rev Dan Gilbert, President of the Northern Illinois District
A Pastor and family with a developmentally disabled daughter is in need of financial assistance. He currently does not have a call to a congregation and his developmentally disabled daughter has many medical expenses. Any help for this pastor and his family would be greatly appreciated. Dollar per Dollar you donations will go to help this pastor's family during this time of need. Click here to donate
"Send a Spoken Prayer"
Three Lutheran Youth Groups Raising Money for Joplin "Care Carding"
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Trinity Lutheran Church 300 S Ardmore Villa Park IL 60181 630-834-3440
Hot Dog Cart and Grill Available for Ministry Events Thanks to Thrivent and Generous Donors
The high school youth from Trinity in Villa Park, St. Paul in Villa Park, and Redeemer in Elmhurst will join together this Saturday, September 24 from 10:00-2:00 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Villa Park to hold a car wash to raise money to purchase gift cards for those affected by the tornado in Joplin. They will complete their project by creating hand made "care cards" to go with the gift card donations at their retreat on October 21-23.
Thanks to the generous contributions of LCC donors and a grant from The Northwest Cook County Thrivent Branch, LCC has acquired a commercial grade food service cart and a large gas grill. Both of these are mounted on trailers and can be picked up to be used by your church for picnics, festivals, and other events where food is served. LCC plans to use this food prep equipment as part of our disaster response in order to feed volunteers and victims of disaster. When there is no disaster related activity the cart and grill are available for churches and schools in the Northern Illinois District. If you would like to use one or both of these for an upcoming event, please contact LCC or click below to complete a request form. LCC always looks for ways to resource your ministry in unique and creative ways. Click here to fill out a reservation form
LCC Launches Mobile Website
We recently released a mobile version of our website. Now you can access our site easily from any mobile device - iPhone, Android, Blackberry, etc. Just go to m.LutheranChurchCharities.org or click here to access our website on your mobile device
Support the Chicago Urban Children's Choir
The Chicago Urban Children's Choir seeks to ignite the full potentials of youths from diverse backgrounds through the transformative power of music and inspire a spirit of discipline and personal excellence. We are running to raise money for the choir. Please support us in the Chicago Marathon. Dr. Adam Murphy, Urologist Northwestern Memorial Rev. Thomas Johnson, 1st St. Paul Chicago Rev. Kenety Gee, Chatham Fields Chicago Click here to see their brochure
NEED MET: Thanks to your generous donations, this need has been met! $500 Needed for NID Pastor to Visit Mother with Cancer
Earlier this year NID Pastor Dennis Aubey from Christ Our Savior in Winfield, learned that his mother, who lives in Canada, was diagnosed with late stage cancer. Pastor Aubey's son Jordan is a tornado survivor who was injured and lost everything in the tornado that devastated Jopin, Missouri on May 22nd. Pastor Aubey was able to visit his mother in June and help his sister (who lives in Canada) with her care. He would like to return and needs assistance with the airfare. Pastor Aubey writes: "My hope is that I could fly up to see my Mom for 10 days and help wherever I can. Mom's faith is so strong in the Lord so I just pray that He will give my sister and myself wisdom to know the right things to say and do for her."
If you would like to help Pastor Aubey see his mother, click here to donate
Martin Luther School Principal Jeremy Schamber Reports Latest from Joplin
Two people I've met recently are emblematic of the ongoing recovery in Joplin. Kevin was at the edge of the storm and his house was heavily damaged but not destroyed. He has neighbors still living with him who lost everything. Emily lost her home completely and what's left must be torn down. Her husband took the insurance check and left for California without her. She's now left to rebuild her life on her own. Although these are very tragic situations for both Kevin and Emily, it has given Pastor Mech and me the awesome opportunity to minister to His children. Click here to read more Click here to donate to Tornado Relief in Joplin, Missouri Click Here to Volunteer in Joplin, Missouri
Movie Recommendation from Tim Hetzner
Seven Days in Utopia SEVEN DAYS IN UTOPIA follows the story of Luke Chisolm (Lucas Black), a talented young golfer set on making the pro tour. When his first big shot turns out to be a very public disaster, Luke escapes the pressures of the game and finds himself unexpectedly stranded in Utopia, Texas, home to eccentric rancher Johnny Crawford (Robert Duvall). But Johnny's more than meets the eye, and his profound ways of looking at life force Luke to question not only his past choices, but his direction for the future. Based on David L. Cook's best-selling book Golf's Sacred Journey: Seven Days at the Links of Utopia, SEVEN DAYS IN UTOPIA also stars Melissa Leo, Deborah Ann Woll, Brian Geraghty, Jerry Ferrera, Joseph Lyle Taylor, KJ Choi and Kathy Baker. The film is directed by Matthew Dean Russell from a script by Cook, Rob Levine, Russell and Sandra Thrift. The film was produced by Mark G. Mathis (Brick, Precious) and Jason M. Berman (The Dry Land). Learn more at SevenDaysInUtopia.com - Watch the Trailer Disclaimer: LCC is promoting this movie as a good Christian Family movie to see. It does not endorse necessarily "theological content" of the movie but feels it is solid enough to encourage people to watch and use their own spiritual discernment IF theological issues come up in discussion of the film.
Crafters/Vendors Needed for Immanuel Hillside
Immanuel Lutheran School in Hillside, Illinois will hold its annual Fall Craft Fair on October 22, 2011 from 10am - 4 pm Click here for more information and the vendor registration form
Consider Joining Tim Hetzner on a Superb Advent Germany Tour! Several Spots Open as of Today! CHRISTKINDL 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, Germany and Austria, a tradition that dates back hundreds of years. Literally translated, the street fairs are Christ-child markets. They happen in nearly every city and village, large and small. They are always cause for celebration and for shopping, for some roasted sausage, music on the streets and the insides of centuries-old churches, and, of course, some hot, spiced wine. Let this be an invitation to focus on Advent and the Coming of Christ in bringing in the Christmas Season. Tim Hetzner President, Lutheran Church Charities Click here for more information on this trip
Tim Hetzner Teaches Live Class - The New Testament - Started September 12 - It's Not Too Late to Register
Join Tim Hetzner as he teaches live on Mondays - Word Among Us - The New Testament study of the Bible. Starting with an overview of the history and culture of First Century Palestine he will then journey through the entire New Testament. Classes will look at the Bible in the context of history, culture and customs of the people at the time, as well as the archeological evidence. Classes are non-denominational and are open to anyone regardless of church (or lack of) affiliation. This is a safe environment to study the Bible - no church membership solicitation will be allowed! The course is also available to be taken by Internet. This 30 session class started Monday, September 12th at Harris Bank in Palatine at 6AM, St Matthew Lutheran Church in Hawthorn Woods at 9:30AM and 7:30PM but you can still join. To enroll, call 866-455-6466 or click here to enroll online.
Your Donations at Work Making A Difference
Your donations of tools to LCC over the past months helped us to equip Lutheran Early Response Teams from Immanuel, Freeport and Trinity, Lisle.
Thank you to William Bauman, Mike Flaherty, Al Krodel, Helmut Mueller, Earl Leschinski & LCC Staff member Dianna Bonfield for their time and work in assisting Prince of Peace, Waukegan with the clean up of downed trees from the July 16th storm. The LCC Chain Saw Team and nine members from Prince of Peace took down and cut up eight trees around the property. In two weeks we will be putting together another work team to remove the last of the trees that need to come down.
Thank you for your donations that will benefit the ministry of Salam Lutheran Muslim Fellowship and the ministry of Pastor Hicham. Your donations of winter outerwear benefited the ministry of Family in Faith, Glendale Heights and their distribution of winter clothing for families who have fallen on difficult times. The Haiti Mission Bus will benefit from donations of quilts, bag mats and linens for the orphanages in Haiti.
Circuits 19 and 20 Host Gourmet Fund Raising Dinner for LCC Disaster Response
Last spring brought upon us a lot of nature caused disasters: earthquake and Tsunami in Japan brought upon the people of the region nuclear meltdown; tornados in the Alabama, Mississippi and other states killed scores of people and left countless others without homes and livelihood. Pastors of Circuits 19 and 20 took close to their hearts the pain of the affected people, realizing that it is not enough to pray for the victims of disasters and they need to take one step further - 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) and Rev. 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 per person. Limited seating. Deadline for reservations is Saturday, September 23, 2011. Please make reservations through the office of Grace Lutheran Church, 4101 Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL 60558 For more information call (708) 246-0536 or e-mail: gracelutheran.ws@gmail.com Payment should be included with your reservation. All the proceeds will go to support Disaster Relief efforts of Lutheran Church Charities.
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 Studies Trips 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 - but MOST OF ALL - discover the MIND-METHOD-MANNER and MINISTRY of our Lord Jesus Christ.
All Courses are available on DVD and also on the Internet. Become a host site for Word Among Us Studies and find Answers in the Bible for Life's Many Difficulties and Questions! For more information and registration, Click Here... To find out more information contact Tim Hetzner at 866-455-6466 or email at WAU@LutheranChurchCharities.org
Families in Need Help Make A Difference Single Mother Needs Car for Medical Treatment and to Find Employment Request 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 New Disaster Response Trainings Scheduled For Fall 2011
St. John Lutheran Church in Island Lake will host LERT Training on Thursday, September 22nd. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 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 6 pm 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 6 pm to 9 pm. The Central DuPage Chapter of Thrivent will host LERT Training on Thursday, October 27th at St. John Wheaton. Registration and a light supper will begin at 5:30 pm with class from 6 pm to 9 pm. Our Savior Lutheran Church in Carol Stream will host LERT training on Saturday, November 12th. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30 am with 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 the LERT vest, which is required to be worn in a disaster response situation. Registration can 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 at 866-455-6466 or email LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org.
Special Appeal - Texas Wildfires!
I just received the word from a friend of mine, whom I have known for years. She and her husband are both LCMS Church Workers Gwen and Phil Hohle. They are currently at Concordia University - Austin Texas. Let's see what we can do to help the churches with families who have lost their homes by fire! Thank you for your compassion and mercy in bringing the Presence of Jesus Christ to them in their time of need. LCC will work with the Texas District and individual congregations that have families that have suffered loss.
Tim Hetzner President Lutheran Church Charities Click here to read original appeal
Hurricane Irene Lutheran Church Charities Working in New Jersey and the New Jersey District of the LCMS Filled with compassion, Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. Mark 1:41 Please help be the Body of Christ to touch those suffering from Hurricane Irene Lutheran Church Charities is working with Rev. Dennis Rockett, the VP of the New Jersey District of the LCMS and Pastor of Holy Cross Lutheran Church to bring assistance to the families and churches in that District. The New Jersey District Office had minimal flooding. LCC is working with the New Jersey District to bring assistance and most importantly the Mercy and Compassion of Christ to those affected Kara, 20, takes her dogs to dry land to go by Hurricane Irene. Any assistance is greatly appreciated to help! to the bathroom from her house in Fairfield NJ after hurricane Irene. Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed," says the LORD, who has compassion on you. Isaiah 54:10 To Donate, click here
Alabama Recovery Continues - Volunteers Still Needed
Reverend Ed Brashier, Southern District Disaster Response Coordinator, has sent us an update on the progress of recovery in Alabama. Click here to read Click Here to Donate to Disaster Relief in Alabama Click Here to Volunteer in Alabama
With LCC CARE CARDING You Can MAKE A DIFFERENCE in a Tangible Way So many people want to help the people of Joplin, Missouri in a meaningful way - but are not sure what to do. Here is an opportunity to provide Mercy and Compassion and Help to an individual or family right now! Click here for more information If you are unable to do a CARE CARD but would like to contribute to the purchase of gift cards, click here to donate.
Vehicles Needed to Help Individuals and Ministries All vehicles that are donated to LCC go directly out to families or individuals through our congregations. NO vehicles are sold. LCC has received numerous requests from churches for vehicles for families in need of reliable transportation. The need for cars and vans to provide a means for getting to work, school and medical appointments has never been 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 individuals through our congregations. NO vehicles are sold. Here are some of the most recent requests, but we have others that are still waiting for some word... Single Man in Need of Transportation for Work Single Man in Need of Reliable Transportation for Work Single Man in Need of Reliable Transportation Cars Needed for Immigrant Families Click here for the complete page listing the needs
If you have a vehicle to donate, please contact LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org or call 866-455-6466
Faith Led Feet - An Opportunity to Put Your Faith in Action
Lutheran Church Charities has created a new page,"Faith Led Feet", on our web site that will help Christians who are involved in activities for a charitable cause as an expression of their faith to spread the word. Click here to read more.
Other Stories Still Seeking Support Elevator Repairs Needed at St. John's, Chicago Lutheran 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 Asking LCC works THROUGH churches and is not a Direct Service Ministry. To request an item on our "Free for the Asking" list please contact your Church and ask that they call us (866-455-6466) requesting an item. Arrangements will then be made to connect the item with you. If you are not a member of a Christian Church then please call LCC to place you in contact with one of our LCMS churches who can assist you. Pictured: 1930 Cable Nelson baby grand piano - good shape, needs a little TLC and a tune-up (item #2877) 2887 (15) Student bibles 2886 (6) new still in the boxes LUMARK, MOTION ACTIVATED, Motion Sensors, Installs to one or more existing lights, adjustable settings, 3 in 1 * Motion Activated * Night time on * Standard Floodlight Applications: Wide Area Coverage Cooper lighting LMS240W White 2885 2 1/2 boxes of Post-it Brand picture paper, Matte finish, super sticky, print, peel and stick practically anywhere. 20 sheets 8.5X11 inches for inkjet 3M 2884 Fabric, four cushion long couch - cream in color with light floral pattern. Skirt reaches the floor 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 Needs Help Make A Difference Help Fund Eagle Scout Project to Benefit St. Matthew Chicago
Request from Pastor Doug Swanson, St. John Lutheran Church, Darien, Illinois
A member of our congregation, Dan Greg (pictured), is a Life Rank Boy Scout with Troop 101 out of Darien. Dan's father, Mark, has been involved with repair work at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in the Pilsen neighborhood in Chicago for the past several years. Dan would like to do his Eagle Scout project at St. Matthew. He wants to "enhance the appearance of the community center to help enrich the community and those who wish to walk through those doors." Pastor Julio Loza has approved the work subject to Dan obtaining funding for the project. The cost for the materials will be about 1,250.00. This is a great Eagle Scout project that will benefit a sister congregation in Chicago that serves the poor and homeless in their community. Any assistance will be a blessing for St. Matthew. Click here to donate Click here for Dan's proposal
St. Matthew's "Comedor Popular" Soup Kitchen In Desperate Need of Industrial Refrigerator Request from Pastor Julio Loza and Maria Leal, Director of Community Services, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Chicago, Illinois The very old industrial refrigerator used by "Comedor Popular" Soup Kitchen is no longer working. Maria Leal, Director of Community Services at St. Matthew, who is still undergoing cancer treatment, is continuing her efforts to share Christ's love by feeding the hungry. In order to serve those in their community who rely on the meals provided by "Comedor Popular" they need to replace their old industrial refrigerator with a used or new one. If you have a used industrial refrigerator in good working condition that you can donate please call LCC at 866-455-6466 or email LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org Click here to donate to a new refrigerator
Pastor in Need of Van for Outreach Ministry in Chicago
Request from Pastor Samuel Shin, Tabor Lutheran Church, Chicago
I am a Lutheran pastor in Chicago serving at Tabor Lutheran Church, focusing on the ethnic outreach ministry. I need a van to be able to pick up and drop off people as part of our outreach to the community. I do not have a personal car that I can use. If you have a van that you can donate to this ministry it would be a real 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 at 866-455-6466 or email LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org
Cargo Van or Pick-up Truck Needed for Food Pantry at Zion Lutheran Church, Chicago Request from Pastor Stephane Kalonji, Zion Lutheran Church, Chicago
Since its opening in June, Zion Lutheran Church's Food Pantry has been serving individuals and families with food bags every Thursday, from 4:00p.m to 6:00p.m. and any day and time in case of emergency. Each week the number of those coming to receive food has been growing. Zion's members have contributed their vehicles for the food pick up from the Greater Chicago Food Depository, but we are no longer able to pick up all the food boxes due to the limited transportation available. We therefore need help with a Cargo Van or Pick-up truck for the food pantry. And since more and more food items are being sold (at a discounted price) by the Greater Chicago Food Depository, we're asking for financial assistance so we can purchase the food items that our clients greatly need. Thank you for your help! If you have a vehicle to donate please contact LCC at 866-455-6466 or email LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org Click here to donate to support Zion's food pantry
Items Available to a Ministry
Reed Organ Available Ten stop antique reed organ available to a congregation. The instrument, of solid oak construction, and lovingly waxed and polished, has been in the same family since it was built in the late 1800's. Although modest in volume by today's standards, it might well serve a smaller congregation in providing support for its liturgy and hymnody. Currently in storage for the last several weeks, this organ, operated by mechanical bellows using pedals, has been played until recently. A bench is included. 2892 Gulbrandsen organ (Dark Brown Wood) with bench. No external speakers, a couple of the stops do not work. 2891 (2) metal folding chairs (has Mt. Calvary printed on the back) 2890 (1) Altar crucifix (brass) and (1) Altar cross (brass) - Photos available upon request 2889 Full silver Communion Set (common cup) Photo available upon request 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 New Believers, New Starts in Cambodia!
Mercy, Witness, Life Together! Our new LCMS theme underscores a great outreach opportunity for all LCMS members; especially in our Northern Illinois District. George & Shary Frahm (pictured) are LCMS Missionaries recently commissioned at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palatine. Through this commissioning, Immanuel is partnering with the Frahm's in providing support for their Cambodian mission. Together, we are seeking other congregations throughout the LCMS to join in this effort to support the "Angels Dormitory project in Phnom Penh, Cambodia." The Angels Dormitory is a human care project which will bring 50 young men and women from the provinces of Cambodia to the capitol city of Phnom Penh and feed and house these young students while they attend school in the capital city. George and Shary will be providing these students with on-going vocational skills training, English as a Second Language training (ESL), and especially reaching out to these students with the love, grace, and hope of Jesus Christ while actually living with them. George and Shary will have a wonderful opportunity to reach and impact these young men and women by simply building relationships and having "Holy Conversations" with them on a daily basis. Lutheran Church Charities has been asked to partner with Immanuel Palatine to help in Cambodia. Click here if you would like to support the "Angels Dormitory Project"
financially. You can contact George and Shary Frahm at george.frahm@lcmsintl.org or by calling Immanuel Lutheran Church at 847-359-1549.
Short Term Mission Opportunities MOST Ministries Lutheran Church Charities endorses MOST Ministries as a valuable partner in Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ in works of service to others in places throughout the world. We have worked with MOST in the past and endorse and support this ministry. If you are interested in Short Term Mission opportunities, please click here to find out what currently is available. Or you may go directly to their website at www.MostMinistries.org We thank God for the ministry and partnership of MOST Ministries and encourage those who are interested to be involved with them in serving others. Thank you, Tim Hetzner President Lutheran Church Charities
Carly Stevens, Executive Director MOST Ministries
Malaria Initiative The LCC Malaria Initiative provides treatment for malaria and research 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: malaria01@yahoo.com 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 guest And let thy gifts to us be blessed. Amen If we really mean this prayer and want Jesus to be our Guest - wouldn't we feed him also? Consider becoming a part of LCC's individual challenge and FEED THE INVISIBLE GUEST - AND MAKE HIM VISIBLE program to help feed the hungry. Click here for more details | Click here to donate now Click here for a Bulletin Insert
International Ministry Sewing Machines Needed to Train Pastor Isaac's Orphans in Haiti so they can Work and Support Themselves!
Request From Sue Gross, Haiti Lutheran Mission Project
On our last visit to Haiti we became aware that some of the Orphans we still remember as small children are growing quickly. Some of them will soon be out on their own trying to make a living and supporting their own families. We are concerned that even though they have an education, jobs are in very short supply and it will be difficult for them to survive. Next summer we hope to restart sewing classes so that those ready to leave the orphanage will be able to support themselves by making items that we will bring back to the States to sell. For this project to start we are asking for donations of portable sewing machines. We can send these machines on the bus when we ship it and it will not cost any extra freight. Please consider dusting off that machine you no longer use and donating it to those who will put it to good use. If you have a machine to donate please contact LCC at 866-455-6466 or email LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org Click here to donate for the purchase of a sewing machine
Help the Haitian Orphans NOW-Donations Needed for Bunk Beds Request from Sue Gross, Lutheran Mission Project
Friends of Haiti, I am often asked how a small congregation can be part of the Haiti Ministry without making a monthly commitment of support. Well here it is..................... Immanuel Lutheran Church in Richton Park, along with the Richton Park Community, bought a used school bus which we will use as a shipping container to send large items to Pastor Isaac in Haiti. This is a rare opportunity for us to have such a large space to ship needed items to Haiti so we decided to take advantage of it by shipping the much needed BUNKBEDS that the children will use when the addition on Pastor's house is finished next year. We found white pine bunk beds at IKEA for $159.00 each. The mattresses are extra and they have 20 available right now if we want them. We do not have to pay tax and we will pick 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 where mission teams will stay in the future.
We would like to thank Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Richton Park Community for the FEST they sponsored last Saturday. All proceeds went to pay for the cost of shipping the bus to Haiti. Please consider a donation for this cause. These children sleep on a concrete floor in Pastor's home right now. These children have never had a bed to sleep in! Can you imagine the excitement when they get to sleep in their very own bed for the first time? Please help make this happen NOW. If the bus leaves before we can raise the money for the beds it will be too costly for us to ship them. Click here to donate
LCC to Furnish Guest House in Haiti Last October work began on the Guest House in Jacmel, Haiti. Part of the Building Homes and Hope in Haiti project, which partners LCMS World Relief and Human Care and Lutheran Church Charities, the Guest House will be used to house mission groups working in the area. The walls are up and the interior work has begun. Many items are still needed before the Guest House opens this fall so we are having a "Guest House Shower". If you or your group 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 will arrange for all donations, Dollar per Dollar, to be sent to Haiti to purchase the items. This is a great opportunity for individuals, congregations, mission teams or organizations to be part 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 the construction and furnishing of the guest house. If you have any questions regarding items on the list, please email Jackie Rychel at jrychel@gmail.com. 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 Relief Efforts
Physical Needs Water Filters -School Version - $185 -Home Version - $35 Building Homes and Hope in Haiti Shoes - $5 Motorcycles for Pastors - $1,000 Support College Students Volunteering in Haiti - $150 Goats - $50 each General Disaster Response Donations
Spiritual Needs Staff Workers in the Tent Cities - $200 a month Bibles in French - $6 each Luther's Small Catechism in Creole - $5 each See Through the Scriptures manuals in French - $2 each Developing Projects Radio Ministry - click here to learn more Hosting 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 new church and school ministries by the year 2017 to reach more people with the saving gospel of Jesus Christ! Rev. James Cerdenola is the LCP President. Read more... Click here to donate
LCC Ministry Resources Ministry Resources Available to Congregations Looking for Ways to Share the Mercy and Compassion of Christ to Those in Your Church and Community? How to Conduct a Successful Mission Fair
Click here to learn more about these and other Ministry Resources available from LCC
LCC Staff and Comfort Dogs Available for Church Functions and School Chapels! Click here to learn more!
Servant at Heart - Online Christian Business Directory Looking for a Christian business? Lutheran Church Charities has an online Christian Business Directory, Servant@Heart. This online directory allows: - Christians businesses to advertise their services without cost. - Christians looking for employment a place to post their resume - Christians with job openings a place to post those opening - Others to seek out Christian businesses and employees
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Tim's Pick of the Week
The Constantine Codex by: Paul L. Maier Harvard Professor Jonathan Weber is finally enjoying a season of peace when a shocking discovery thrusts him into the national spotlight once again. While touring monasteries in Greece, Jon and his wife Shannon---a seasoned archaeologist---uncover an ancient biblical manuscript containing the lost ending of Mark and an additional book of the Bible. If proven authentic, the codex could forever change the way the world views the holy Word of God. As Jon and Shannon work to validate their find, it soon becomes clear that there are powerful forces who don't want the codex to go public. When it's stolen en route to America, Jon and Shannon are swept into a deadly race to find the manuscript and confirm its authenticity before it's lost forever.
Thrivent Choice - Help Support Making A Difference Through Lutheran Church Charities Thrivent Choice is the new charitable grant program through which Thrivent Financial for Lutherans members are able to direct Thrivent charitable funds. Eligible members are designated Choice Dollars, based on insurance premiums, contract values, and Thrivent Financial volunteer leadership which are directed by the member to Lutheran organizations.
LCC Emergency Assistance Fund LCC gets requests daily concerning people who need assistance, and it is increasing because of the current economic times we are living in. LCC works through our churches to provide assistance by making the need known - and dollar per dollar we give the money to a church to help the family or individual. However, we receive some requests that are emergencies, and money is needed that day or the next day and we can't always get the need out in our weekly email newsletter first. Would you consider making a gift to our LCC Emergency Assistance fund so that when these emergency needs occur we can help (through our churches) quicker? This is an 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
Mission Food and Fellowship Night
Thursday, September 22nd at 6:30pm Immanuel Lutheran Church 200 N. Plum Grove Road Palatine, IL 60067 Are you looking to become connected to something that helps others in need? Do you want to find opportunities to volunteer in the community and throughout the world? Then come to Immanuel Lutheran Church , for our "Mission Food and Fellowship Night", on Thursday, September 22nd from 6:30pm - 8:00pm, in Discipleship Center. While we enjoy some good food we will be sharing about some recent mission trips some of our teams have taken this past summer. Our Extreme Teens will be sharing a presentation about their mission trip to Colorado, where they joined forces with 100 other teens to reach out to help those in need in the Denver area. We will also hear from our Joplin Mission team, who just got back from a five day trip to help in the continued clean up efforts after an EF5 tornado hit that city on May 22nd. We will wrap up our evening with a presentation from our Cambodian missionaries, George and Shary Frahm, who will be overseeing "The Angel's Dormitory" in Phnom Penh this coming spring. The Angels Dormitory is a human care project which will bring 50 young men and women from the provinces of Cambodia to the capitol city of Phnom Penh and feed and house these young students while they attend school in the capital city.
Come and see how you can partner with the Frahms in their work to the children of Cambodia, and how you can connect into future opportunities to serve others through volunteer efforts. If you interested in attending, please contact Pastor Warren Schilf at pastorwarren@ilcp.org or by phone at 847-359-1549.
Building a Marriage that Experiences and Expresses the Love of God
September 23-25 Trinity Lutheran Church 405 S. Rush St. Roselle, Illinois 60172
With marriages ending in divorce at an alarming rate, both inside and outside of the church, learning and implementing God's wisdom for building a marriage that experiences and expresses the love of God is vital. We invite you to attend this retreat hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church in Roselle, IL, and led by Rev. Jason Pankau of the Life Spring Network over the weekend of September 23 - 25, 2011. We will examine what the Scriptures say about marriage and use the U.N.I.T.Y. in Marriage paradigm to build a Godly foundation. It is designed to ground you in God's wisdom and to give you the practical tools and paradigms that you can refer back to during the different seasons of your life. This retreat has something to offer everyone - we welcome and encourage single individuals, engaged and married couples to attend to learn about marriage from God's perspective. For additional information including a detailed copy of the event schedule, or to register for this event, please visit our website at www.lifespringnetwork.org or contact our office at 888-968-5559 or email info@lifespringnetwork.org.
Free Thrivent Workshops and Ice Cream Social!
North McHenry County IL Chapter, Thrivent Educational Workshop Event Free Thrivent Life Events/Identity Theft Workshops and Ice Cream Social!
Thursday, September 29th - 6:30 pm St. John's Lutheran Church 6821 Main Street Union, Illinois 60172
The North McHenry County IL Chapter of Thrivent Financial is hosting a Free educational workshop event Thursday evening, September 29, 2011 at St. John's Lutheran Church; 6821 Main Street, in Union, IL. There will be Dinner, Give-aways, Door prizes, and an Ice Cream Social as well, at no cost to you! The Life Events and Identity Theft Workshops will cover topics designed to help you to make informed decisions about important life situations. WORKSHOPS THAT WILL BE PRESENTED ARE: IDENTITY THEFT: What You Need to Know Shares tips and tools for dealing with the growing problem of identity theft. FROM ME TO WE and FROM WE TO THREE: Helps couples create a strategy for their own and their soon-to-be family's future. MY RETIREMENT MATTERS: Helps participants clarify their retirement vision, estimate retirement expenses and income, and take the next step in preparing for their future. All are invited! Bring your friends, family and children; childcare will be provided. Dinner starts at 6:30 pm, workshops and ice cream to follow. PLEASE RSVP by September 25 to ensure your place and workshop materials. We look forward to seeing you there! THREE WAYS TO RSVP CALL: John Taylor at (815) 568-3507 EMAIL to: taylor60152@gmail.com MAIL to: John Taylor; 3202 Elizabeth Street; Marengo, IL 60152
The Churches of Circuits N-3 & N-2 Present "the Event"
Saturday, October 15, 2011 - 9 am-3:30 pm St. Peter Lutheran Church 111 W. Olive Street Arlington 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 churches Hear from our NID District President Dan Gilbert Attend a wide array of interesting and informative seminars conducted by area pastors and others Enjoy a luncheon fellowship View exhibitor's materials from many Synod/District ministries Lutheran Church Extension Fund Lutheran Church Charities Thrivent Lutheran Hour Ministries Lutheran Child and Family Services WheatRidge Shop for spiritual gifts for yourself or others at the Concordia Publishing House "store"
St. John's Algonquin Ministry Fair
Saturday and Sunday, October 15 & 16, 2011 St. John's Lutheran Church 300 Jefferson Street Algonquin, Illinois St. John's Lutheran Church & School in Algonquin is holding their first Ministry Fair on Saturday, October 15th and Sunday, October 16th. The Ministry Fair is open to the community and offers an opportunity for visitors to learn about the different programs and services St. John's offers.
St. John's will also offer a taste of "Angel Food Ministries" and "Marketday" during the fair. The Ministry Fair will follow the Saturday 5:30 pm service and the Sunday 8:00 am and 10:30 am services. St. John's is located at 300 Jefferson Street in downtown Algonquin. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 847-658-9300.
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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 contact TimHetzner@LutheranChurchCharities.org or send contributions to LCC, 333 West Lake Street, Addison, IL 60101 or contribute at our web site at http://www.LutheranChurchCharities.org or call us for credit card donations at LCC's office at (866) 455-6466