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Jan. 23rd Tornadoes affected 5 counties in Alabama many in the same area affected last Spring. Preliminary reports show little or no damage to LCMS member homes and churches. There have been:
Pastor Ed Brashier is coordinating relief efforts. Please call Pastor Brashier at 205-296-3714 and leave a message, as he probably won't hear the phone over the sound of his chainsaw.
Any special offerings gathered should be marked as “Alabama Relief” and sent to the Southern District; 100 Mission Drive; Slidell, LA 70460-2256. 100% percent of all gifts will be sent to the field.
Thank you for your prayers and concerns.
As many of you are aware last April, North Alabama, experienced the nations third Level 1 Disaster, caused by multiple massive tornadoes, this is ranked behind the Twin Towers and Katrina.
Leaving May 7 this group is planning on putting a roof on a woman’s dorm at a Lutheran High School. Leaving May 20 this is a mission group planning to outreach into the rural villages of Tanzania. And going on Safari at the end of the mission. Previous trip
Two groups are discussing a trip to work with Pastor Mark Eisold LCMs missionary to Peru (Dates to be determined). More
Trips are normally scheduled for March, April. More
A Mission trip is being planned to a rural area of India. (Date to be determined).
Bob Allen 615-672-0923 or Peggy Krohn 901-373-1343 at the Mid-South District Office
For many, the start of a new year means resolving to make some positive changes. This can include a renewed focus on personal savings. If this describes you, consider looking into a StewardAccount from the Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF).
LCEF StewardAccount is a convenient way to save money and earn interest, but with a significant added benefit: your savings support the growth of churches, schools, and other ministries of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. What bank can offer you that piece of mind?
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