The Rio Grande do Sul region is home to the largest Lutheran population in Brazil.
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A ‘wall of water’: Iowa floods strike three LCMS congregations
A response to the June 22 flooding is underway.
Brazil flood response continues
Earlier this year, unprecedented floods destroyed property and displaced thousands of people in the Rio Grande do Sul region in Brazil.
LCMS missionaries displaced by Ethiopia flooding
The seminary of the Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus (EECMY) in Addis Ababa was also severely damaged, and several people died.
Hurricane Sally brings further destruction to southern LCMS districts
Just weeks after Hurricane Laura hit the coast of Louisiana, Category 2 Hurricane Sally made landfall in Alabama, damaging LCMS churches and members’ homes.
Michigan floods lead to widespread evacuations
Along with local authorities, the LCMS Michigan District is currently assessing the situation.
Volunteer for ‘Project Restore’ in Nebraska
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Fremont, Neb., is seeking volunteers for the ongoing recovery effort, which is expected to take at least a year.
In midst of flood heartaches, Lutherans offer help, hope
As the recovery begins, Missouri Synod Lutherans are reaching out to their hurting neighbors with food, shelter and the love of Christ.
Nebraska, other states face historic flooding
On Thursday, March 21, Synod representatives will visit Nebraska to conduct an assessment of damage with the district president and other officials.
Rain, rain, go away: Deluge in Wisconsin affects LCMS churches and members
More rain is predicted this week, and much of the state remains under a flood warning.
Video: Harrison gives overview of hurricane response
President Harrison gives an overview of the Synod’s response to Hurricane Matthew, which includes aid to victims in both Haiti and the Synod’s Southeastern District.
Video: Hurricane Matthew Update
LCMS disaster-relief responders and Southeastern District leaders assess the flooding damage and danger in the Carolinas.