Whether you need help, or want to help — know that you’re not alone. We're all in this together.
“That there may be no division in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another. If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together. Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.” 1 Corinthians 12:25-27
Dollars raised at year’s end are always important, but equally important today is building new partnerships! At this historic time when more people are asking for help, the need to expand our existing base of partners at all levels is a priority. We need you — at whatever level God calls you — to join the team of faithful stewards who make the many projects described in this booklet possible. Whether you need help, or want to help — know that you’re not alone. We're all in this together.
If you’re an existing partner, know you are so greatly loved, and that your annual gifts make a world of difference to those whose lives are changed because of your partnership. The quotes in this booklet from people served are one way to say "thank you." Helping them isn't possible without you.
If you’re not currently a partner supporting the ministry of Lutheran Family Service and are considering this invitation to join, know that your year-end gift (or annual commitment given monthly) will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $40,635. This match — equal to 10% of our year-end fundraising goal — is offered by two of our current partners who care, as you do, about those whose stories you have read in this booklet.
We hear your concerns, and we share them. We’re working hard to make a difference for those caught up in trouble of any kind. It’s difficult and challenging, but we know that no matter what comes, we’re not alone. Together — with Christ, His church, and people who care for one another — is the best place to be.
| GIVE TODAY To Provide ... | Cost Per | Qty / Year | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Therapeutic play supplies for children in counseling following trauma | $25 | 12 | $300 |
| Home/hospital visit to a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy | $75 | 350 | $26,250 |
| Weekly Koinonia support group for women married to LCMS pastors | $210 | 360 | $75,600 |
| Monthly, online grief support group for people throughout the U.S. | $600 | 12 | $7,200 |
| Counseling for a couple or family unable to pay the entire cost | $1,500 | 150 | $225,000 |
| Gender identity education/support event for parents and churches | $2,200 | 15 | $33,000 |
| Response to crisis in an LCMS school or congregation by LFS trauma team | $3,000 | 5 | $15,000 |
| Down Syndrome adoption home study and placement for one family | $12,000 | 2 | $24,000 |
| $406,350 Year-End Goal |
In This Together with ...
|
Madison |
Shane & Joy |
Pastor Durand |
Unity Ridge School |
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The Hansen Family |
Grant & Sarah |
Brionna |