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Moore, Oklahoma Tornado: How You Can Help

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Liberty Lutheran
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OK Tornado 6News of the devastation in Oklahoma, following record-setting tornadoes, has gone around the globe. First-responders are working hard to rescue survivors, locate the missing and recover those who have not survived. The stories and pictures are filled with heart-wrenching suffering and heart-warming resilience. The stories also point to our own feelings of helplessness in these times, whether from our inability to find our loved ones amidst the chaos, or not knowing how to demonstrate support for the victims.

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Liberty Lutheran assists with disaster response efforts in 24 counties of Eastern Pennsylvania through its service known as Lutheran Disaster Response-Eastern PA (Which serves as a local affiliate for the national LDR organization.)

OK Tornado 3We have compiled the following information that will serve as a guide on how you can support the victims and recovery efforts in Oklahoma.

 

 

 

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Sponsoring Iraqi Family was a Postivie Experience for Local Congregation

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Liberty Lutheran
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In April 2011, Pastor Bruce Davis and his congregation at Messiah Lutheran Church in Newtown Square, PA, sponsored an Iraqi family who arrived in America as refugees through Lutheran Children and Family Service (LCFS). Continue reading →

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Disaster Response Volunteer Organizes Opportunities for Others

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Liberty Lutheran
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Stan Wilhelmson’s interest in disaster response began after Hurricane Katrina, when he traveled to Mississippi with a group of volunteers from his congregation at Advent Lutheran Church, Harleysville, and another congregation. Continue reading →

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Volunteering Brings a Family Closer

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Liberty Lutheran
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Scot Guldin and his family live by the motto “Pay it Forward.” They travel across the country and internationally, volunteering and helping those in need. Continue reading →

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Volunteers Help Those Impacted by Hurricane Sandy

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Liberty Lutheran
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After Hurricane Sandy, Ken Nygard wanted to help. “I’ve been trying to become more involved in volunteer work, and I knew that the need was great,” he said. “Since I’ve retired, I’ve also been looking for ways to meet new people.” Continue reading →

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Camp Noah Quilts Bring Smiles to Children

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Liberty Lutheran
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Among those whose lives have been affected by natural disasters are many school-age children who have witnessed the loss and destruction of their home and favorite possessions; a challenge at any age. Continue reading →

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Lutheran Disaster Response, Eastern Pa., Organizes Volunteers For Hurricane Sandy Relief

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Liberty Lutheran
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On Saturday, December 15, Lutheran Disaster Response organized more than 100 volunteers to cut and clear trees at 9 properties in Doylestown, Yardley, Ambler, Glenside, Huntingdon Valley, Coopersburg, and Pipersville, and assemble “Flood Buckets,” all in one day! Continue reading →

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Making a Vital Difference for Victims of Disaster

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Liberty Lutheran
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Gifts given to Lutheran Disaster Response – Eastern Pennsylvania support recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy and our ongoing efforts in the 19 counties of Eastern Pennsylvania that are still recovering from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. Continue reading →

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Christmas Ingathering Collects Gifts for Those in Need

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Liberty Lutheran
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This year, 136 congregations and many chapters of Thrivent Financial participated in the Christmas Ingathering, collecting $110,000 in donations and providing more than 320 volunteers! Continue reading →

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Preparing for Hurricane Sandy

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Liberty Lutheran
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A message from Disaster-Response Co-Coordinators Julia Menzo and Ruth Doty about preparing for Hurricane Sandy. Continue reading →

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