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MISSION & RELIEF EFFORTSMINISTRIES IN NEEDFAMILIES IN NEED - CHRISTIAN HUMAN CAREPlease click on the TITLE for the fund and a form will be displayed that shows the description of the need and will allow you to donate to that fund. Once on the form, if you want to return to this list, use your browsers BACK button.LCC General Fund MISSION & RELIEF EFFORTS2010 Haiti Earthquake Relief Haiti - Pastor Isaac's OrphanageLVH - Teacher Serving in AsiaExtra Mile MinistriesGhana Tent Makers MinistryLCC Disaster Relief FundHurricane Katrina FundAtonement Tool FundKatrina/LCMS School FundGas Fund for Hurricane ReliefKatrina Retired Workers FundKatrina Work Crew Water Fund < TOP> MINISTRIES IN NEEDIndia ReliefAsirvadh Children's Home, IndiaEbenezer Lutheran Church, ChicagoFour Homes of MercyPrison MinistrySt. Matthew's "El Comedor Popular" Soup KitchenVoice Of Care MinistriesArmed Forces Families < TOP> FAMILIES IN NEED - CHRISTIAN HUMAN CAREGet Katie to Class FundHeimsoth Family FundHowell Family FundTwin Babies Fund < TOP>

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Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:31:18 MST

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2177 52 Challenger steel folding chairs with rolling rack 2178 (13) Memories of my Confirmation w/envelopes (2) Be though Faith Confirmation Certificates w/envelopes (5) Memories of Our Marriage Certificates 2179 Church Art on CD Vol. #s 1, 2 3 & 4 2180 1 bx church Cartoon on CD 2181 2 bxs (20+) Certificates of Baptism 2182 6 girls wall cross w/praying girl 2183 10 boys wall cross w/praying boy 2184 Magnifying Lamp on moving boom arm w/vice clamp 2185 (2) phonographs 2186 Copy Machine 2187 2-line phone 2188 Projector (18 mm) 2189 Black & White film - Martin Luther 2190 9 bxs of Pastors Books (various) 2191 Filmstrip & Projector 2099 - TV 2102 - Tile Snack Table 2103 - Lowery Organ Portable Basketball Hoop - Item # 2084 (see photo at right)

Devotions Archive - New Location - Daily Devotions

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:46:00 MST

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Lutheran Church Charities Daily Devotional - Daily Devotions

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:46:00 MST

Tim Hetzner, President of Lutheran Church Charities, writes a devotion Monday through Friday. We get it to your e-mail inbox first thing in the morning so that you can start your day off right. If a particular devotion touches you, let Tim know and he will respond personally to you. Join over 2,000 subscribers in this amazing ministry provided by LCC.

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Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:46:00 MST

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No Title - International Missions

Thu, 7 Aug 2008 12:56:15 MST

Update - Retired Teacher Will Share God's Love as She Serves In AsiaL.V.H. arrived safely in Kunming at 2 AM local time on August 27th. She completed the required physical examination the next morning and was going to buy some supplies before the drive to QuJing. She was pleased that all her checked luggage arrived without incident. Thank you for thinking of her as she begins her work.L.V.H., a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palatine, will teach oral English, Western culture, and Western teaching methods to students at a teachers college in Asia. She will speak of the hope that is within her as the opportunity arises. This is a 10 month commitment, the end of August to the end of June, for the 2007-2008 school year. She seeks prayer, email, and financial support. As of July 27, she has received $5,700 of the $12,000 she needs for transportation, living expenses, visa, health and evacuation insurance, orientation services, and administration of the program. If you would like to get involved, pray, receive her newsletter contact Lutheran Church Charities at LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org To support her financially click here

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Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:40:06 MST

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Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:52:14 MST

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Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:42:29 MST

Update: Flood Relief LCC is asking you, your family, church, or organization to put together Welcome Home Packs that you will send to our churches in our Iowa East District to be given to returning families. Click Here for more info... Lutheran Church Charities' efforts in flooded areas was highlighted in the Daily Herald (Suburban Chicago) newspaper. To read the article, go to: http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=210658 Immediate Need: Scrub Buckets Now that the flood waters are starting to recede and the clean up is beginning there is an immediate need for "scrub buckets" filled with cleaning supplies. LCC will be collecting the buckets and arranging for them to be delivered to the various flood sites. Scrub Buckets can be dropped off at the LCC offices Monday thru Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm. Lutheran Church Charities (map) 333 W. Lake Street Addison, Illinois 60101 866-455-6466 List of items needed in each bucket Donate for purchase of scrub buckets Non-monetary tax receipt for supplies donated If your church or organization would like to be a collection site for Scrub Buckets please contact Dianna Bonfield at 866-455-6466 or e-mail Dianna@LutheranChurchCharities.org

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Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:42:29 MST

Servant@Heart - Online Christian Business Directory Lutheran Church Charities Launches On-Line Christian Business Directory LCC has launched "Servant@Heart Network" an on-line Christian Business Directory as part of our ADVANCE seminar. This is a FREE On-Line Christian Business Directory to help promote Christians and Christian Businesses. In order to be listed you must provide the name of your church and your pastor. To register Click Here... or call Bridgette at LCC at (866) 455-6466

"Send a Spoken Prayer" now available - Home

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:42:29 MST

LCC Announces Launch of "Send a Spoken Prayer" Site LCC's "Send a Spoken Prayer" e-Card site is now available. To try it out, click on the link above. To learn more, Click Here

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Now Accepting Reservations - Study Trips in 2010 - Home

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:42:29 MST

Brochures for the trips are now available. If you are interested in joining Tim and Lutheran Church Charities for either of the two Trips which include the Passion Play in Oberammergau, please fill out the form and you will be sent a brochure. Since the Passion Play is only performed every 10 years, we expect that spots will fill up fast. If you would like to be one of the first to receive the trip registration form, we will give you first chance before making it available to others. For both trips, it will be a first come, first serve basis. Thank you and look forward to traveling together. Tim Hetzner Itinerary for 10 Day Classical Europe Tour with the Passion Play in Oberammergau click here Download the Brochure and Registration Form (in PDF) Itinerary for the 10 Day Alpine Tour with the Passion Play in Oberammergau click here Download the Brochure and Registration Form (in PDF)

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No Title - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Flood Relief - Help Needed With flooding taking place in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Ohio - volunteers and help will be needed throughout most of the summer. If you would like to volunteer please click here... If you would like to contribute click here (dollar per dollar goes to help with the flooding)... Continue to pray Scrub Buckets Needed If you would like to help put together Scrub buckets - click here for the list of items needed in each bucket If you know of specific families affected by the flooding that needs help, please contact us at LCC@LutheranChurchCharities.org or call 866-455-6466

Lutheran Church Charities Hosts LCMS Disaster Relief Conference This Week - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

On Monday and Tuesday, June 2 and 3, Lutheran Church Charities is hosting the Regional Disaster Response Training in conjunction with LCMS World Relief and Human Care. The training is at the Northern Illinois District Office in Hillside.

LCC Needs Tools for our Disaster Response Work - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Lutheran Church Charities would like to have some additional tools on hand so we can be prepared for any upcoming disasters. If you own any of these tools and are not using them, please consider donating them to be used for our Disaster Response work. If you are at any garage, yard or estate sales this upcoming season, please consider purchasing any of the following tools for Lutheran Church Charities, so we can be better prepared to make a difference.Please click here for the list.

Personal View on Watseka and the Flooding from Tim Hetzner - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

On January 9th flooding began in the small town of Watseka Illinois, Population 8,000. In the town there are two Lutheran Churches - Calvary (LCMS) and Faith (AALC). Lutheran Church Charities immediately contacted them and the surrounding churches to monitor the situation. On the 11th LCC sent out an appeal for volunteers and on the 13th we began our work in Watseka. 120 families have been flooded out. Many of the families are within 1-4 blocks of Calvary. Photo: Tim Speaking at Calvary Lutheran in Watseka, IL Since the 13th I have met with many of the families and people of Watseka. It is a wonderful small country town - down to earth hard working people. They truly are a community! The churches LCC has been working through have active memberships and are some of the most loving and caring people I have ever met. Pastor Don Love and Pastor Michael Giese are caring shepherds of their flocks and are torn by the devastation that has occurred to their member's homes. Elderly, families, single parents, those who have disabilities, those struggling with terminal illness. All affected, losing most if not all of their belongings. Some have been able to get into temporary housing, some are sticking it out in their homes, some are staying with friends, some will never return to their homes. For all, it is very emotional. So where is God in all this? He is there! He is there STRONG and ACTIVE through His people! He is there through His people providing Help and Hope and Healing! I am always amazed at how well the church functions in times of crisis! What needs to be done? We need boots on the ground to help people sort out the personal items that are still in their homes. We need boots on the ground to help salvage and save and toss items. Financial assistance is needed for families on fixed incomes. Furniture is needed for families who do not have the means to purchase new or used furniture. Cars are needed for those who lost theirs. Some had flood insurance - most did not. I could go on - but I think you get the point I am making. There is a song that was written a few years ago, it starts out "Rise up, O men of God, have done with lesser things!" That is what can be done - Rise Up and Be the Church Jesus Christ Died for and Saved to Serve! In our newsletter you will see opportunities to serve and support. Pray and Rise Up! Serving Together, Serving Christ, so we can Serve Others in His Name Tim Hetzner President of Lutheran Church Charities

Emergency Volunteers and Support Needed for Watseka Flooding - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Hardest Hit and Most Immediate Need: Rev. Donald Love at Calvary Lutheran Church in Watseka, Illinois This whole community has been hit with severe flooding, which is still increasing. Calvary served as a shelter for the Red Cross until they had to evacuate. With power and telephones out, Pastor Love has not been able to contact all his members but he has personally been in contact with families that have been flooded. Some examples: Retired LCMS Pastor and His Wife: Lost everything in their home, it is under water. Widow, 89 years old: Lost almost everything in her home - has 3 feet of water in her kitchen. Farm Family: Their farm is under water and their animals - they do not know how they are because they are all out in the fields. Will not know how they are until they can get onto their property. These are just some of the families that he shared with me. LCC Staff will be going to Watseka to do an on-site evaluation. Most likely volunteers will not be able to come into the area until Tuesday at the earliest. I have been in contact with the area Red Cross who are saying the same. I have also been in contact with Rev. Glenn Merritt at LCMS Human Care and World Relief and have kept him abreast of the situation. Over the next several days LCC will assess the situation and establish a point of operation in Watseka. We have been in contact with the area LCMS churches as alternative sites to establish a home base if we cannot set up in town. Immediate Help: Financial Financial assistance to help the displaced families - temporary housing and personal items. To donate, click here; Prayers For safety and the presence of Christ to bring comfort to those hurting and in pain; Volunteers If you would like to volunteer to help - please fill out our volunteer form.We will then keep you informed as to when we can come in to help and what is needed. Please indicate which days you can help next week. Supplies Some items that will be needed once we can get in: Dry Vacs Waders and boots Work gloves Garbage bags We will keep you posted on our web site as more details are known. For those who sign up to volunteer we will be emailing you with updates. Update on Tornadoes in Illinois/Wisconsin: Rev. Mike Pfingsten at St Paul Harvard: Although a number of families have suffered damage - it is manageable at this point and no one is displaced. "Other areas are more in need" according to Pastor Pfingsten. Rev. Allan Buss at Immanuel Belvidere: Volunteers showed up this week from our earlier appeal as well as volunteers at Immanuel Belvidere - all seems to be taken care of. Those displaced are living with other family members. In the Midst of Disaster - the People of God always shine through with the Hope that we have in Jesus Christ. In the midst of Chaos the Compassion of Christ brings hope and healing - and God works through His People to MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Thank you for your faithfulness in Serving others in His Name!

No Title - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Update: Volunteers Needed To Help Rebuild Greensburg Kansas Request from Chuck Jedele, Site Director GREENSBURG REBUILDING We are now into the long term rebuilding work. At present the volunteers are working on about 10 homes and the cafeteria/community building at the volunteer camp. The aim is to have enough structures enclosed so that volunteers will have work throughout the winter. The SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS TORNADO RELIEF ORGANIZATION (SCKTRO) has completed 31 projects of 150 on file. VOLUNTEER CAMP There are 40 bunk beds available now. A camp cook will begin work on Nov. 12. The cafeteria/community room is nearly completed. A very nice shower facility is operational. Orphan Grain Train sent all of modular/trailers for this camp. Our facilities are heated. We are awaiting another shower unit and another 20 bed sleeping unit There are no volunteers scheduled until March 29. There is space to stay in the Volunteer Camp. There will be a blitz build during the spring break weeks. Blitz Build is the construction of a house or houses in a very short time with many volunteers. The volunteers do need to have one skilled person to lead the group if possible. We have limited tools. Therefore talk to me just prior to coming to determine needed tools and probable work assignments. RV'ERS We can provide electrical hookups during the winter months for a large number. Water and sewer spaces are limited. If you as an individual or a group from your church would like to volunteer at the Greensburg Volunteer Village Click here to volunteer to travel to Kansas

Gulf Coast Trip Update - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

LCC staff member Deaconess Dianna Bonfield (photo at right) has returned from the Gulf States visiting all the volunteer camps. She spent Thanksgiving at Bayou Grace in Houma, Louisiana and then returned to Illinois on November 25th. Click here for daily updates and pictures on her trip.

Relief Efforts Across the Nation - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Updates: Volunteers Needed for Disaster Response As a result of the storm systems that swept across the Midwest in August, volunteers for LCC are needed to assist with clean up efforts in Ohio, Minnesota, and Kansas. LCC has received the following requests: Kansas Flooding and Tornado Cleanup At the directive of Rev. Glenn Merritt of LCMS World Relief and Human Care and the Rev. Keith E. Kohlmeier, President, Kansas District LCMS, they will be accepting volunteers after Labor Day to help in Greensburg and the surrounding area. Update- First Volunteer Village Opens in Greensburg, Kansas. Volunteers Needed. This past week the Volunteer Village opened in Greensburg Kansas. The Village will be able to house 40 volunteers. Orphan Grain Train (OGT) brought out two mobile bedroom units that are heated and air-conditioned. Each bedroom is outfitted with bunk beds. OGT also provided a Shower/ Laundry Unit and a mobile kitchen. Volunteers constructed a dining room /fellowship facility. Skilled volunteers are needed to work in rebuilding homes or building new construction. If you do not have construction skills they still need you. You will be assigned to a team with one or more skilled persons. There is a special need for volunteers for November and December. The camp director requests that all skilled worker forms be filled out and returned to her one month prior to arriving at camp. Volunteers can come in as teams or as singles. Volunteers in close driving distance can come for a day or an extended weekend. If you, your family, or a team from your church is interested in volunteering in Greensburg Kansas click here to fill out the volunteer to travel application. Click here to volunteer to travel to Kansas Findlay, Ohio Update- LCC staff member Dianna Bonfield had the opportunity on Sunday Oct 7th to spend the day in Findlay talking with victims of the flooding in Ohio. LCC has been in contact with LSS of Ohio who is coordinating the disaster relief for the seven counties affected by the floods. We have learned that they have moved out of the mucking out stage and are moving into the rebuilding stage. Their first priority is to work with the elderly and low income families. They need both skilled and non- skilled workers. There is also a need for Stephen ministers, care ministry people, social workers, Chaplains and people with good listening and ministry skills. Volunteers who live within driving distance can come for a day or an extended weekend. Housing is available for individuals or teams who can stay for a week or longer. Click here to volunteer to travel to Ohio Southern Minnesota Areas Flooded Update - Camp at St. Mark's in Rushford, Minnesota Opened October 28th! Pastor Merlin Stephan and the congregation of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Rushford, Minnesota, have opened the Parish Hall of the church and the basement of the parsonage as housing for volunteers. The camp has the capacity to house 30 volunteers at a time. Bunk beds have been added to the sleeping area in the Parish Hall for women and in the basement of the parsonage for men. Skilled volunteers are needed to serve with non-skilled volunteers to help people rebuild their homes. Camp St. Marks offers one day volunteer opportunities for those living within a few hours travel distance. They also offer extended weekend and week long volunteer opportunities for individuals or teams. The severe flooding in the southern part of the state has affected many churches. At the directive of Rev. Glenn Merritt of LCMS World Relief and Human Care volunteers are being allowed in... Grace Lutheran, Stockton - Rev. Jesse Krusemark St. John Lutheran, Rushford - Rev. Harold Hintzman (Three families have lost their homes) St. Mark Lutheran, Rushford - Merlin Stephan (Five families lost their homes - no utilities in city at all; No running water) Immanuel Lutheran, Lewiston - Rev. Bill Meilner Messiah Lutheran, LaCrescent - Rev. Greg Hovland St. Matthew's Lutheran, St. Charles - Rev. Michael Hart Our Savior's Lutheran, Eyota - Rev. Jon Vollrath Winona, Minnesota churches (Redeemer & St. Martin's) (members affected that live in these valleys) Click to volunteer to travel to Minnesota Thank you for your prayers and support in touching lives that are hurting with the Presence of Jesus Christ and for Making A Difference! To contribute to LCC Disaster Relief Click here

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Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Special Appeal: Disaster Relief Southern California Wild Fires Financial Assistance You can read below or click on the links below to find out more specific information, but here are some options: Lutheran Church Charities Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund: Donate to the Fund here... Rev. Ralph Buchhorn - Extra Mile Ministries: Donate to Extra Mile Ministries... Lutheran Church Charities Recovery Fund for LCMS Schools and Families: Donate to this fund here... LCMS World Relief and Human Care: Click here for updates or to donate directly... Pacific Southwest District of the LCMS - Fire Fund: Click here for updates on their web site... Additional Information About the Fires... An update report from Rachel Klitzing - Executive Director of School Ministries, Pacific Southwest District (Click to Download PDF File) An Update report on Rev. Ralph Buchhorn - Extra Mile Ministries - serving right now the victums from the Fire (Click to Download PDF File) An Update report from Rev. Glenn Merritt from LCMS World Relief and Human Care (View LCMS web site) As you are aware, the fires in California have caused tremendous devastation for many individuals and families. As I am writing this, the fires are still burning - so there are still many "unknowns" out there, but as one pastor shared with me this morning, "Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with God's People who are in need. Practice hospitality." Romans 12:11-13 Lutheran Church Charities Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund - Donate to the Fund here... What you can do... We have received many emails and phone calls asking "What can we do to help". I appreciate your Christian concern and Christ like Compassion - it is an inspiration to us and to those on the ground in California. At this point, this is what can be done: Pray - Pray for those who have lost property and belongs. Pray for those who are serving those who are displaced from their homes because of the fires. Pray for all the workers who continue to battle the fires. Financial contributions are needed now and for the days ahead. There are several ways in which you can support the efforts financially. I will list those efforts of LCC (Dollar In/Dollar Out) and of others - and if you are led you can choose how you would like your dollars to go. Keep Informed by going to the LCC Web site and the Web site of LCMS World Relief and Human Care for current updates. On behalf of all the people involved out in California with the fires, LCC thanks you for your prayers and support. As in all disasters that occur - God continues to shine forth and work in and through His People to share the Compassion and Presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 Serving Together, Serving Christ, so we can serve others IN HIS NAME.

Help "Welcome Home" our Neighbors in the Gulf States - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

LCC is asking you, your family, church, or organization to put together Welcome Home Packs that you will send to our churches in our Southern District to be given to returning families. What is a Welcome Home Pack? It is a box filled with new kitchen items such as: a set of pots and pans, a set of dishes for a family of 4 or 6, glassware, and flatware. The pack would also include a set of kitchen towels, washcloth, potholders & oven mitts or other utensils and kitchen items that a family would need when they move into a FEMA trailer or back into their home. These starter kits will give them something to help them feed their families. Each box should also contain a personal note or letter from the donor welcoming them home and a Christian message, devotional book etc. Lutheran Church Charities will also supply you with a letter to include in the box for the family, as well as an address label. Click here for a complete list of suggested items to be assembled into the packs Click here to Sign Up for this project with LCC

Kansas Flooding Relief Efforts - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Kansas Flooding and LCC Cooperative Relief Coordination Response with LCMS and Kansas District In recent weeks there has been extensive flooding in Southeast Kansas. In collaboration with Rev. Glenn Merritt of LCMS World Relief and Human Care, and also with the Kansas District, LCC is sending our Disaster Relief RV to Coffeyville Kansas to serve as an on-site office. LCC is working with LCMS who is working through Pastor Richard Peckman (pictured, right), of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Coffeyville. Pending city permits, the Disaster Relief RV will be parked on the property of St. Paul.

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LCC Volunteers get CONNECTED because they served together - Disaster Relief

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:20:06 MST

Pictured: Rev. Marc Schwichtenberg, Kathie and James This past Saturday, LCC staff member James Kirschenmann and LCC Volunteer Kathie Nally were united in marriage at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mt. Prospect. Although LCC is not OFFICIALLY involved in being a "Match Making Service" - we are involved in "CONNECTING" people and needs! So here is their story: Kathie was involved in a Bible Study called Word Among Us that the President of LCC, Tim Hetzner teaches. James was also involved in a Word Among Us Bible class. As they studied the Bible they came to realize that Jesus calls all of us to serve others in need in the name of Christ. When the opportunity came to serve those affected by the Tornado that hit Utica, Illinois, both Kathie and James volunteered for the weekend service project. Up until that time, even though they were taking the same Bible Class, they did not know each other. All that changed as they served in Utica, they met, started dating and volunteered for more LCC service projects. Well - to make a long story short, James ended up joining our staff at LCC in technology and Ethnic Ministry; Kathy continued to be one of our main volunteers at LCC. Saturday they not only got married, they also served together. At 4:30AM on Saturday Tim Hetzner picked up both Kathie and James, along with Vicky Pientok, another volunteer at LCC, and they drove into Chicago to Christ the King to unload and deliver a truck-load of frozen meat to the Ethnic Ministries. When Tim got the call from James indicating that he and Kathy wanted to go down Saturday Tim's response was "Aren't you guys busy Saturday getting married?" Their response, "We met while serving our Lord, what better way to start out our marriage day than continuing to serve." The staff at LCC wishes Kathie and James the best - as they honeymoon, guess where? Utica, Illinois where they met! So, who knows, maybe "Connecting People for Life" will be another function of LCC. If not a function, it certainly is a by-product. So, do you feel connected to God? If not, why not join one of LCC's Word Among Us Bible studies. If you want to get more connected to others why not consider volunteering for LCC! LCC, Making A Difference in People's Lives and in God's Kingdom!

Tim's Pick of the Week! - LCC BookStore

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:44:34 MST

How Women Help Men Find God By: David Murrow Thomas Nelson / 2008 / Paperback Read the Review CBD Stock Number: WW226321

AVAILABLE TO A MINISTRY - Items Needed/Available

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 10:33:41 MST

Conn Electronic Organ (40+ years old). Light pecan or light walnut solid wood cabinet. 2 sets/rows of keys and full set of floor pedals. Includes a matching wood bench. Looks and works wonderfully. - Item # 2085 2 dozen white robes (cape-style confirmation robes) - #2074 Older style pulpit on rollers - #2075 298 Blue Lutheran Worship Hymals- Item# 2049 110 TLH (1941) Synod Hymnals- Item# 2050 150 Worship Supplements - Item# 2051 140 Lutheran Worship (Blue) Hymnals - Item# 2052 50 Lutheran Book of Worship Hymnals (Green) #2026 200 LW's #2027 Altar Book #2028 Lectionary #2029 100 Red Hymnals #2031 75 Lutheran Hymn Service Books, 1985 #2032 Mt.Calvary Lutheran Church, Franklin Park has about 40 folding wooden chairs (adult size), and about 20 folding metal chairs (kid-size) here for the taking. They're older but in decent condition. If your organization is interested in any of these items call LCC at 866-455-6466

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Update: Ethan - 12 Year Old Boy with Incurable Brain Tumor Needs Prayers and Assistance LCC received the following update from Ethan's mother, Jennifer: June 18, 2008 Ethan McGraw is 12 years old and has been battling brain cancer off an on since he was seven. The past two years Ethan has been receiving chemotherapy that has kept tumors from growing. On Friday, June 6, Ethan had a temperature that sent him to the emergency room and he was treated for an infection. After a week of no fever reduction, an MRI was ordered an it was discovered that Ethan has an infection of his Ommaya reservoir ( a catheter placed in his head for chemo treatments), meningitis, and tumor growth. He is currently on antibiotics to get the infections under control. His Ommaya will be removed on Monday, June 23. We meet with the oncologist to discuss options about tumor growth. We understand that Ethan probably has about 6 months of life to enjoy. We were astonished to hear that people from your organization are still thinking and praying for Ethan and are so thankful. Our family is struggling with financial hardship once again as Ethan needs more round the clock care. We thank you in advance for donations, but most importantly, prayer support. May God continue to bless your organization. Sincerely, Jennifer McGraw. To donate to the Ethan Family Fund-Immanuel Grand Rapids click here Request from Pastor Timothy Verity, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan I am writing about Ethan. Ethan is 12 years old. Ethan has an incurable brain tumor. He has had extensive surgery three times (1st in 2003; 2nd in November 2005 and 3rd this year), including a bone marrow transplant. He is now being treated with chemo therapy. No further procedures can be performed. Ethan is a delightful young man who wins the friendship of all he meets.No one knows how much time we have left on this earth. Certainly Ethan doesn't know. He wants to live. He's full of life. He has faith. Ethan and his family are members of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Grand Rapids. The good folks of Immanuel are helping Ethan's family. But, indeed, more is needed... Click here for the complete story To donate to the Ethan Family Fund-Immanuel Grand Rapids click here

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Updated Needs for New Moms Inc. On the evening of March 18th, a fire occurred at a housing facility for New Moms Inc., a Christian faith based shelter for homeless teenaged mothers. They are in the process of rebuilding. Dianna Bonfield of Lutheran Church Charities contacted them on Monday, May 5 to get an updated list of their needs. Please click here to obtain the list...

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Tim Hetzner to travel to Haiti with Mission Team to help Build Orphanage God does not seek our capabilities to serve Him. He seeks our availability. Zechariah 4:6 July 11-18th, Tim Hetzner will be traveling to Haiti to continue to look for ways to support the Lutheran Church and their mission to the lost and hungry. If you would like to support the Haiti mission efforts please Click Here to Donate.... Thank you for your support to those in Haiti during this time of great distress

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Family in Need of Funds to Help Care for Baby with Brain Injury Request by Pastor David Mumm, Concordia Lutheran Church, Machesney Park, IL Jeremy, 2½ years old, was born with HIE (Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy) which is a brain injury caused by a traumatic birth. Jeremy requires 24-hour care, as he is not able to walk, talk, sit up or do anything other than move his arms a little and look around. He is on a ventilator and has a tracheotomy so he can breathe. As a result, mom had to leave her job to care for Jeremy, which leaves dad the only one working and no insurance coverage. Recently, their home was foreclosed because of the mounting medical bills and their home had been flooded twice from the Keith Creek incidents here in town. They do now have a small apartment, but are struggling to make ends meet. Jeremy was hospitalized in Rockford for a condition they would later learn to be problems with his liver and pancreas. The doctors tried to insert a PIC line into his leg and damaged an artery. This led them to transport him to Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago, where he is now. His parents are both with him there. Therefore, his dad is missing work and not earning any income. The Ronald McDonald house has graciously donated housing to his parents, but they do still need funds for their everyday needs. Click here to donate to Jeremy's fund...

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Can You Help Make Pickups Easier for LCC Volunteers? Lutheran Church Charities is in need of donations to purchase a Rock n Roller R10 Max Cart. This cart will be used to move heavy items and equipment. It expands from 35 inches to 52 inches, as well as folds up for easy storage. It weighs about 30 pounds but has the capability to hold up to 500 pounds. The cost is $169.99. This item will be kept in the van for the volunteers to haul donated items from the site, around our office building, and the storage unit. It will make it easier for the volunteers and their backs. If you need more information contact Dianna Bonfield at 866-455-6466. Click Here to make a donation.

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Maria, St. Matthew's "Miracle Worker" To Undergo Cancer Treatment Request by Rev. Julio Loza, St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Chicago, IL Maria Luisa Leal, Director of Community Services at St. Matthew Lutheran Church of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, located at 2108 W. 21st. St., Chicago, Illinois, will start a cancer treatment on April 30, 2008, at the Chicago University of Illinois Hospital. We ask for your prayers asking God for a miracle of healing for Maria as she undergoes cancer treatment. In the meantime St. Matthew's journey of faith by sharing God's Word and feeding the hungry continues. Click here to read more... | To Donate, click here...

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"Pastor on Bike" 150 miles. To Raise Awareness of A Mission Trip to Congo-DRC June 23 - July 14, 2008 During the months of April and May, 2008, Pastor Kalonji will ride his bike to a few congregations in the Northern Illinois District, to promote an awareness of the mission trip to Congo and seek support. To Donate, Click Here Pastor Kalonji is available to speak to your congregation, small group, organization... about this short-term mission. Please contact him to arrange a date and time. Click Here for More Info... To download a Flyer to help advertise this trip, Click Here

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Thanks for your help in the past! Need Continues! Man with Colon Cancer Needs Assistance Request from Pastor Benjamin Ball, St Paul Lutheran Church, Brookfield, Illinois St. Paul is working with a family in need of financial assistance. The father has colon cancer that has now spread to his stomach and is no longer able to work. He has been totally disabled for the last two years. He has recently finished another round of radiation treatments. In order to care for him, his wife is only able to work part-time. They have an eighteen year old daughter still at home. His disability only provides $190.00 a week, they no longer have insurance. St. Paul has been helping with rent assistance but their needs are extensive and additional assistance is needed. Any assistance that can be provided for this family will be a great blessing and deeply appreciated. Click here to donate to St. Paul Brookfield Family

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Help A Young Man Go To Africa To Do Missions Request from Rev. William Metzgert, St Paul Lutheran Church in Chicago Heights Jake is an 18-year old from Chicago Heights who is going to Kenya on August 31. He is trying to raise the funds needed, he has personally saved and now he is asking others to help. Here is an excerpt from his website: "I want to experience poverty. I want to go to a place that most other human beings do not want to go. The reason I choose Africa is embodied in the responses of many that say '.... why of all places would you choose to go to Africa?' Africa is a place where people will not see me as one of the ignorant young masses of the world, but a person who has the potential to change their lives." Please visit his website to read more of the story. http://web.mac.com/jakefraher/Africa_Site/Home.html

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Update: Zuleica Arano - Kidney Transplant Fundraising - Click Here to Donate Now... Request from Pastor Jean Durán - Living Lord Lutheran Church, Bartlett, IL On Saturday, April 12, more than 100 people came out for a fun night of food and bowling at Woodview Lanes, in Elgin, to raise money for Zuleica Arano's kidney fund. A total of $7,420 was raised through individual and business donations, ticket sales, raffle prizes, and a silent auction. Zuleica has end-stage renal disease caused by a rare disease and she must have a kidney transplant to live. Unfortunately, she does not have insurance. However, members of Living Lord Lutheran Church in Bartlett and Church of the Holy Spirit in Schaumburg, along with friends from the community, have teamed up to raise the $150,000, plus money for post-operative medicines, required to have the surgery. After more than two years of fundraising activities, more than $150,000 has been raised and the transplant surgery may happen this spring. Efforts are now focused on securing enough money for Zuleica's post-op medications. Anyone interested in getting involved in this great cause can visit www.livinglordlutheran.org and click on the Zuleica link to find out how to help. Or, contact Pastor Jean Duran, at Living Lord, at (630) 830-3630, ext. 4602. This is a great opportunity to help a local person in dire need. Donations can be made directly to Zuleica's kidney fund by sending a check or money order to the Zuleica Arano Estrada Fund, Account No. 4800394465, at Harris Bank Streamwood, 185 W. Irving Park Road, Streamwood, IL 60107. (Courtesy photos by Kris Mainellis.) Zuleica Arano and Larry Bernstein, members of Church of the Holy Spirit in Schaumburg, work together to call out raffle ticket prizes at the Candlelight Bowling event held to benefit Zuleica's kidney fund.

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Children Starving in Haiti LCC received the following e-mail from Susan Gross, Christ Lutheran Church, Orland Park: As some of you may have heard on the news, Haiti is facing another crisis. People are watching their children starve to death and actually have them eating dirt to stop their hunger pains. The Government has imposed some new laws that are causing a back up at the docks in Haiti. Because of the drug traffic that has been going through Haiti for the last several years inspections are now being enforced but there are not enough people to do this work so ships are sitting at the docks waiting to be inspected while their cargo (much of which is food) has rotted. Now there is a tremendous food shortage and food prices have increased 400%. Of course this is the simplified version of the problem but you get the idea. Our immediate concern of course is to feed Pastor Isaac's family, the orphans and as many of his congregation as possible. Pastor Isaac did tell me a few weeks ago that his wife was trying to buy food on credit for the children and is having a difficult time. People are actually eating dirt mixed with vegetable oil and salt to relieve their hunger pains. Of course this meal has no nutritional value and eventually makes them sick because there are a variety of parasites living in that dirt. Food is available but the prices are so high that those who make anywhere from $0.10 to 1.00 a day cannot afford to eat. Those of us that are traveling to Haiti in a couple of months plan to pack our bags with granola bars, dehydrated soups and powdered energy drinks instead of the supplies we were planning to take but until then we are asking for cash donations that we can wire directly to Pastor Isaac to keep the children fed. Click here to donate to Isaac's Orphanage, Haiti. Dollar per Dollar your donations will be sent to Pastor Isaac to buy food during this crisis.

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Other Stories Still Seeking Support Lutheran Deaconess needs Financial Assistance after Surgery Retired Teacher Will Share God's Love as She Serves In Asia Lutheran Teacher with Parkinson's disease in need of help

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STOP is not a word LCC uses often... But sometimes we have to COME to a STOP LCC Vehicle Fund LCC uses only Donated Vehicles to do our pick ups and deliveries of food, clothing and other items. Consequently, they have a tendency to break down more often. Would you consider helping us get the needed repairs to our vehicles? If so - please click here to make a donation. Thrivent Branch 30040 NW Cook County is helping by providing matching funds. Thank you, Thrivent! Thank you for helping us so that Together with You We Can Continue Making A Difference!

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