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YOU ARE... Lutheran Disaster Response

Any time Lutherans help their neighbors in need following a disaster, they are being Lutheran Disaster Response for their community.  You and your congregation can serve in important ways IMMEDIATELY when a disaster happens.  Here are some suggested ways to serve:

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Organize Volunteers
     What are some of the things that volunteers can do?  [more]

Open your Doors
     What are the ways that you can serve your community?  [more]

Hold a Special Service
     People often feel the need to gather for prayer and worship.  Here
     are some resources for hosting them in your church.  [more]

Provide Spiritual or Pastoral Care
     Those who have experienced trauma often need careful care and
     assistance.  Here are some spiritual care resources to use.  [more]

Thank you for being Lutheran Disaster Response in your community!  Now, send us an e-mail and pictures to tell us what you did and how you served, and we will feature your congregation on our Web site.  [Contact us]