January 25, 2012
In This Issue
Featured Stories Families in Need Disaster Response Ministry Needs Mission Opportunities International Ministry Tim's Pick of the Week Upcoming Events How To Keep LCC Serving
Tim's Pick of the Week
Alabama Tornadoes Prompt Call for Help from Southern District Disaster Response Coordinator
Reverend Ed Brashier, Disaster Response Coordinator for the LCMS Southern District has contacted LCC asking for financial and volunteer support in the wake of the tornadoes that swept through Jefferson County Alabama this past Sunday and Monday. There is an immediate need for chainsaw certified volunteers who can travel to Alabama this Friday through Tuesday. See the article in this newsletter for full details. Reverend Brashier is also appealing for financial gifts to help families who have suffered losses. LCC will update the situation in Alabama on our website as news comes in. As of today the scope of damage is as follows: 211 Homes Destroyed (Jefferson and St. Clair Counties reporting) 218 Homes with Major Damage (Jefferson and St. Clair Counties reporting) 13 Homes with Minor Damage (Jefferson and St. Clair Counties reporting) 25 Homes with Damage (Chilton County) Major Cities Reporting damage in Jefferson and St. Clair Counties: Centerpoint Oak Grove Chalkville Trussville (where it meets Clay) Arg
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Alabama Chainsaw Team Departure Delayed Due to Ongoing Storms - Still Time to Join Us
After consulting with Southern District Disaster Coordinator Reverend Ed Brashier (pictured) it's been determined that weather conditions there over the next couple of days will make chainsaw work impossible. For this reason we are delaying the departure of our chainsaw team(s) until this Friday, January 27. The tentative schedule has Chicago area team members departing from the LCC Office in Addison at 7 a.m. Friday and arriving Friday evening in Gardendale, Alabama where we'll setup at Good Shepherd Church. The team(s) will work Saturday through Monday returning to the Chicago area on Tuesday with an
extension until Wednesday possible. Those coming from other states should plan to arrive in Gardendale on Friday evening and depart on Tuesday or Wednesday. Those coming on their own who can only work some of the days are also welcome. Please contact Tim Kurth at (847) 287-6678 and let him know if you're able to join the team. Ed is asking for up to 21 people to form three teams to be deployed around the area hardest hit by this week's tornadoes. Volunteers must have their own chainsaws and equipment. LERT chainsaw certification is preferred but not required. Thank you in advance for considering this opportunity to make a difference in the name of Christ for those affected by this disaster. Click here to donate to Tornado Relief in Alabama Click here to join the chainsaw team
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Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner a Smashing Success Last Thursday evening Krueger Hall at St. Matthew Hawthorn Woods was alive with conversation, great food, drinks, dessert and the undying gratitude of the LCC staff. The staff served the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner to over 100 guests featuring Tim Hetzner's secret recipe pot roast. The only dinner hosted by LCC each year is our chance to thank all those who make LCC what it is. This year we were pleased to award special recognition to volunteers Pam Graham and Ed Boerman. The gathered were treated to a recap of all the service accomplished by LCC in 2011, enjoyed a white elephant gift exchange, and celebrated all the Lord's blessings over the past year.
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LCC President Tim Hetzner Sees Off Bus for Haiti and Speaks at Immanuel Richton Park
This past Saturday and Sunday Tim Hetzner was out at Immanuel Lutheran Church in RIchton Park. Saturday Tim was there to see the loaded bus take off for Haiti. The bus is filled with supplies for Pastor Isaac in Jeremy Haiti. The bus, God willing, will be shipped this week from Miami and will arrive in Port Au Prince, Haiti where Pastor Isaac will pick it up and drive it to Jeremy. The Haitian Lutheran Mission Project of the Northern Illinois District, the Richton Park - Immanuel Community Coalition, and Lutheran Church Charities would like to thank all the volunteers and donors who made this possible! What a blessing this will be to so many people in Haiti! On Sunday Tim spoke to the congregation at Immanuel during their worship services and led a Bible study between services. If you would like to have Tim or a representative from LCC speak at your congregation, please contact the LCC office at (866) 455-6466 to make arrangements.
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Tim Kurth Recaps Kenya Mission Trip at Trinity Huntley
On Sunday, January 22, Tim Kurth was invited by Pastor Kittel of Trinity Huntley to present a recap of the Medical/Construction Mission Trip he led to Kenya last August. The one hour presentation took place between services. Cindy McAllister, whose mother, Grace, is a member at Trinity, was a member of the mission team. Tim also had the chance to talk to the group about the broader ministry of LCC and all our work locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Trinity supports LCC and provides envelopes for LCC as a choice in their regular donation envelope boxes.
Devotion Series - Commitment
The five-part devotion series entitled "Commitment" begins Monday, January 30. Click here to sign up for our free online devotions Click here for our archive of Daily Devotions
District President Dan Gilbert Appeals for Support for Pastor and His Family LCC has received an appeal from District President Dan Gilbert. A pastor and his family are in need of financial assistance as they make the transition into ministry in the LCMS. They have been Spirit led to pursue the course even though it has meant sacrificing regular income during this time. They ask for your prayerful support and, if the Spirit so leads you, temporary help with living expenses. LCC has already provided some assistance for immediate bills and will continue to support the family in this transition as the Lord provides through your contributions. Click here to support this pastor
Voice of Care Requests Help With Special Needs Camp Scholarship
Voice of Care is a ministry to developmentally challenged people and those who care for them within our Northern Illinois District. Caring for those with special needs is a 24/7 responsibility that comes with financial challenges, many doctor and therapy appointments and more. Families rarely get breaks as few people are equipped to care for their special needs children and so provide time off. Voice of Care addresses many of these concerns by providing scholarships for the Special
Needs Camp program held at Walcamp in Kingston, Illinois each summer. In order to make this camp accessible to everyone, Voice of Care scholarships cover some or all of the cost for families in need. LCC is cooperating with Voice of Care to help provide this year's scholarship fund. Your gift will make it possible for families to send their developmentally challenged child or adult child to camp. This is a memorable event for the child and provides a much needed respite for the family. Click here to donate for Voice of Care Camp Scholarships Click here to read a mother's story of Ellen's trip to camp Click here to learn more about Voice of Care
Pastor Lintvedt of Blessed Savior O'Fallon, Illinois Appeals for Vehicle for Single Mom with Puppet Ministry Karen Anders and her son, Timothy, provide many blessings to congregations around the Midwest through their puppet ministry. Recently the van they use for their ministry, as well as everyday use, failed and can't be repaired. Pastor Vernon Lintvedt of Blessed Savior where the Anders attend has asked LCC to help find a replacement van. This van will help Karen and Tim continue their ministry without interruption. If you have a vehicle that could bless this family and ministry or know someone who does, please call the LCC office at (866) 455-6466 for details on making the donation. LCC allows full Kelley Blue Book value for your charitable donation.
National Guard Member from St. John Lansing Recovering from Injuries Suffered in Afghanistan Pastor Fluechtling Requests Prayers Pastor Duane Fluechtling of St. John Lansing is asking for continued prayers for Doug Rachowicz, a member of his church who serves as a member of the Indiana National Guard. Currently recovering in Virginia, Doug was injured by an IED attack while serving in Afghanistan. The full story can be found on the NID website. Pastor has given the following update on his condition as related by Doug's parents who are with him in Virginia:
Doug is in serious condition but expected to make a complete recovery Broken pelvis Two broken vertebrae in his back Two crushed disks in his back Both lungs damaged but think it's minor Broken jaw Skull bone above nose around sinuses broken and pushed in In an induced coma Great concern about his psychological health as he continues to recover Doug has a sixth grade son and six year old daughter both of whom attend St. John school. The school children are preparing cards for Doug's birthday on January 17. Click here to read Doug's story on NID website
Your Donations Make A Difference
Pastor Hicham Picks Up Donated Bibles and Other Items Last Monday, Martin Luther King Day, Pastor Hicham Chehab of Salaam Arabic Fellowship visited the LCC office and picked up Bibles that had been donated for his ministry along with a microwave oven and lawnmower. All of these items will bless the refugee families to which he ministers.
Comfort Dog Update Tim Kurth Speaks at Rockford Lutheran High Accompanied by Comfort Dogs On Friday K-9 Comfort Dogs Star and JoJo (pictured) and their handlers, Tranetta McComb and Becky Staehlin, joined Tim Kurth as he shared a special message at the regular chapel service of Rockford Lutheran High School. The school is also considering permanently acquiring a K-9 Comfort Dog for their ministry.
Cross Lutheran School in Yorkville Supports K-9 Comfort Dogs with Chapel Offerings
LCC staff and K-9 Comfort Dogs shared a message with the students at Cross Yorkville during their regular chapel service on Wednesday, January 18. The students of Cross designated all their chapel offerings for the first half of this school year to support the LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry. Teacher Barb Pinnow presented a check to Tim Kurth during the chapel service. Comfort Dogs Chewie, Star, Tara, and Tillie along with handlers Lynn Buhrke, Tranetta McComb, Dona Martin and Dick Bernard participated in the day. Over 300 students got a chance to personally meet the dogs after chapel was over. View more photos here
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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. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palatine has over 1000 slightly-used T12 bulbs available free.The bulb specifics are 48" F40T12/CW fluorescent. They are available because Immanuel has changed bulbs and ballasts to support more energy efficient T8 bulbs. Contact Immanuel's church office (847) 359-1549 if interested in stopping by to pick-up bulbs. Bulbs are available on a first come, first served basis until gone or the end of January, whichever comes first. 2903 Twin Bed Extra Long Mattress and Box Spring (No soil - like new), golden oak entertainment center 46"W x 20"D x 64"T - TV opening 35 1/2", 92" Sofa and 72" love seat (tan and black)- Houndstooth pattern 2902 (2) boxes and (1) can of assorted sockets and socket set pieces, paint roller, (2) hack saws, (1) grease gun, mason's hammer, claw hammer, hatchet, Army cot replacement canvas, (2) caulking guns, tube of acrylic caulk, (2) small measuring tapes, 10' measuring tape, 36" pry-bar, 16' motorized measuring tape, router, 16" laser level, scoup shovel, manual week wacker, extension pole for paint rollers, (2) tubes lithium grease, (1) socket set, universal joint socket set, one drill chuck, small level and (2) small sets of assorted sockets and drivers 2901 computer desk with hutch - storage above with area for keyboard and monitor, one drawer, adjustable shelves 2900 Plastic Children's chairs with metal legs for kids (14" high). (30) Gold and (11) Dark Gold in color 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
Do More Than "Make A Wish" - Make A Difference in the Name of Christ
Receive full Kelley Blue Book value for your IRS charitable deduction as your car is given to a family in need and never sold by LCC
LCC regularly receives requests for vehicles to help families in need. We cannot keep up and are hoping that you will consider donating your vehicle through LCC to meet these needs. Any car, van, or SUV in good working order will be gladly accepted and passed through to people in need. You'll get the full value of your car for charitable donation credit. We cannot overstate the need for vehicles. 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... Faith Lutheran Church in Bay City, Michigan Seeks Car for Disabled Man Van Needed for Jesendys Hygiene Ministry Member of New Song, Aurora in Need of Car Pastor in Need of Van for Outreach Ministry in Chicago 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
First LERT Trainings Scheduled for the New Year
St. Philip Lutheran Church at 1609 Pfingsten Road in Glenview, Illinois is hosting LERT training TONIGHT - Wednesday, January 25 - from 5:30 pm until 9 pm. Registration and a light dinner will begin at 5:30 pm followed by a three hour class from 6-9 pm. Immanuel Lutheran Church at 950 Hart Road in Batavia is hosting a LERT training. Be sure to mark your calendars for Saturday, February 11th from 8:30 am until Noon. Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30 am followed by a three hour class from 9 am until Noon. St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois is hosting LERT training on Thursday, March 15th from 5:30 pm until 9 pm. Registration and a light dinner will begin at 5:30 pm followed by a three hour class from 6-9 pm.
Click here to register for the LERT training
Registration is $20 and helps cover the cost of the training materials, meal, and the LERT Safety 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
Families in Need Help Make A Difference Pastor and Family in Desperate Need of Vehicle Consider Donation Today
Pastor Stephane Kalonji of Zion on Winston Avenue in Chicago has asked LCC to make an appeal for a reliable car for him and his family. He is in desperate need of a vehicle that will serve his ministry and his family. If you have a car you are thinking of donating, please consider passing it through LCC for Pastor Kalonji. Call the LCC office at (866) 455-6466 and we'll walk you through the process of donating a car. You'll get full Kelley Blue Book value of your car for charitable donation credit.
Urgent Request to Support Family Suffering Through Devastating Loss
On Tuesday, December 13, the following request came to LCC from Cynthia on behalf of her sister (names are withheld to respect the family's privacy): Dear Lutheran Church Charities, It is with a sad heart that I request assistance from your organization. My sister has lost her only child to a sudden and unexpected suicide. She was 30 years old with three children (ages 7, 5, and 1 year) and a husband. She loved the Lord with all her heart, but succumbed to post-partum depression and severe physical pain caused by a botched surgery. At her memorial, there were more than 500 people in attendance and five of them came up to witness that she was the one who helped them to find the Lord. My sister was in Maryland at the time of her daughter's death. She works as an over the road truck driver. The company she works with paid for her to travel for the funeral. Unfortunately, when she returned to work, the company took out all the money she owed in one lump sum leaving her with about $200 to live on for four weeks. The apartment she is living in is threatening eviction for lack of December's payment and several late charges. We are unable to help as my husband was out of a job for seven months. Since my niece's death, I have been taking care of her three children and we are in the process of moving. I am asking for any assistance you could give. Click here to support this family in a very difficult time.
Disaster Response Immanuel Joplin Seeks Specialized Volunteers
Trent Davis, Director of Disaster Response at Immanuel Joplin, is looking for volunteer teams with very specific skills to help with projects slated from December through February. Team registrations have tapered off but there are five projects underway where more volunteers are needed. Trent writes... The Lord has blessed us with the ability to get 5 decent sized projects under roof before the weather has gotten too nasty here, so we have lots of interior work; electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, painting, cabinets and trim that need to be or will need to be done but we have very few teams committed from December-February any help that you can stir up would be greatly appreciated.
Click here for more information or to register your team
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
Other Stories Still Seeking Support Meagan Seals Pastor Doug Swanson Requests Rent Assistance for a Member Reverend Robert Rahn of Lutheran Heritage Foundation Seeks Support for Sudanese Seminary Pastor Marky Kessa, President of the Lutheran Church in Haiti Makes Special Request to Replace Vehicle and Repair Worship Space Pastor Hicham Chehab Requests Help for Woman Needing Dental Work Pastor Kevin Hahn of Good Shepherd, Frankfort Seeks Housing for Single Mom with Three Children DCE Roy Wm Heflin from St. Paul Boca Raton, Florida Urgently Needs Brain Surgery Iranian Refugee Family Faces Eviction Urgent Request from Pastor Hicham Chehab for Iraqi Convert Facing Eviction
Ministry Needs Help Make A Difference Short-term Missionary Hannah Kiefer Seeks Assistance for One-year Service In June 2011, Hannah Kiefer, of Bonfield, Illinois, was commissioned by The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod's International Ministries to serve as a short-term, GEO missionary. For one year, she will teach English at the Concordia English Center in Macau, and help with weekly Bible studies and outreach events there. Hannah writes... Will you partner with me in sharing Christ's love with the people of Macau? Please prayerfully consider helping support my year of missionary service. The total cost will be approximately $27,000 and will cover everything from training and visa costs to housing and food. Funds are currently at $4,664 and I hope to continue to find churches and individuals who will partner with me in the mission God has set before us. Hannah is the daughter of Pastor John and Sandy Kiefer of Zion Lutheran Church in Bonfield, Illinois, and graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University in May 2011 with a B.A. in English and a minor in Business Administration. Click here to support Hannah
English New Testaments Needed for Salam Outreach to Students Request from Pastor Hicham Chehab, Salam Arabic Fellowship, Missionary, POBLO- Chicago
Salam Arabic Fellowship needs paperback English copies of the New Testament for the student ministry at College of DuPage and Morraine Valley Community College. NIV, or other modern translations are preferable. Our student ministry has given out more than 300 copies of the Bible to college students over the past four years, not to mention tracts and Christian books. God's Word sows seeds of faith in the hearts of people and would never return empty! At this time we are looking to give away copies of the New Testament only. We have found that to be the most effective outreach to the students. If you have copies of the New Testament to donate contact LCC at 866-455-6466 or email LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org Click here to donate for the purchase of New Testaments
LCC in need of Video Editors for Missions Lutheran Church Charities receives frequent requests from ministries and missionaries asking for help producing short videos on their mission or ministry. Although LCC has all the equipment and a studio, we simply do not have the staff time to do all the editing jobs that are asked of us. If you have the skills and would like to volunteer to help a missionary or someone working to go on the mission field tell their story we would like to talk with you. Anyone interested in volunteering for projects is asked to please contact Dana Yocum, Tim Kurth, or Tim Hetzner at LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org
Items Available to a Ministry Item 2906 - 28 Oak stained pine pews with burgundy removable pew cushions. Each pew is 16 ft long, can be moved as one piece or detached and moved as 8 ft sections. Pews in the Sanctuary are in fairly good condition but show their age. Additional pews in choir loft not so good condition as well for spare parts if wanted. Recipient may take all or whatever they can use. Pews are available until February 15th after which they will be junked. If interested please contact LCC at 866-455-6466 2900 Plastic Children's chairs with metal legs for kids (14" high). (30) Gold and (11) Dark Gold in color 2897 Risograph GR 3750 printer (black & white printing only) 2881 (22) Lutheran Worship Hymnals (Blue) located in Hampshire, Illinois 2879 72" x 72" Sauder Oak wall unit 2873 Savin 3350 Duplicator 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!
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." Click here to read more
Short Term Mission Opportunities MOST Ministries
Carly Stevens, Executive Director 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
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 Scholarship a Child in Myanmar
Because of your Donations Two of 10 Students have Received Scholarships Click here if you would like to make a donation to help one of these young students
Here are Ways to Help Our Ongoing Haiti Relief Efforts
Physical Needs Latrines for the Lutheran schools - $500 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 Tim's Pick of the Week
Bibles and Bible Accessories
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-METHODMANNER 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
Hot Dog Cart and Grill Available for Ministry Events Thanks to Thrivent and Generous Donors
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
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
Click here to learn more
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.
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
Immanuel Palatine Launches 13 Week Financial Peace University on January 24th
January 24, 2012 Immanuel Lutheran Church 200 North Plum Grove Road Palatine, Illinois Financial Peace University, a unique 13 week financial course that blends humor, financial guidance and scripture begins Tuesday, January 24th, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palatine. Click here for more information
Lord, Teach Us To Pray Workshop Passing on Vibrant Faith - Luke 11:1
Saturday, January 28, 2012 St. Matthew Lutheran Church 24500 N. Old McHenry Road Hawthorn Woods, Illinois
PASSING ON VIBRANT FAITH - LUKE 11:1 is an intentional effort to assist the people of GOD in your congregation to better comprehend, articulate, enunciate and reach out to others with the saving faith with which they have been blessed. The Holy Spirit, working through the Word of God, generates saving faith in Jesus Christ as the Savior from sin and to eternal life in heaven. The goal of the workshop is to assist those who attend to engage their family members and others in their congregation to be about the mission of our Lord intentionally in their community. For additional information including the workshop schedule, or to register please click here.
4th Annual Voice of Care Benefit Concert
March 31, 2012 Hyatt Hotel 1400 Corporetum Drive Lisle, Illinois You are invited to an evening of music and dance. Live music provided by The New Invaders - www.NewInvaders.com - Playing the best of the 60's
Tickets: $30 Price Covers: Appetizers, desserts and refreshments Silent Auction: held to raise additional funds for the future of Voice of Care - In Christ with person developmentally challenged! For more information or to order tickets, click here.
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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