LCMS Disaster Response is mounting a full-scale response in conjunction with the affected districts, district disaster response coordinators and the Synod’s Lutheran Early Response Team network.
LCMS World Relief and Human Care
Relief efforts begin after Hurricane Fiona
Early reports from LAC missionaries confirm the impact of this storm on communities struggling to recover from previous storms.
Update from Ukraine: Meeting needs physical and spiritual
As war and violence continue to devastate Ukraine, the LCMS has responded in a variety of ways.
‘Let love be genuine’: More help for Ukraine
The actions of a Lutheran in Romania bear witness to the love of God in Christ Jesus.
‘No more and no less’: At all times, God provides
As 2021 comes to a close, consider a year-end gift to the The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
World events receive church’s response
As the world has experienced a series of disasters and international events of far-reaching consequences, the LCMS has responded with prayers, encouragement and financial support.
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.
Haiti suffers 7.2 magnitude earthquake
LCMS World Relief and Human Care Disaster Response has begun to evaluate and respond to the situation.
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.
Lutherans respond after ‘derecho’ wind storm devastates Iowa cities and farms
On Monday, Aug. 10, the storm tore through the Midwest, taking down trees and power lines, leveling corn crops, and cutting the area off from power and phone signals.
Michigan floods lead to widespread evacuations
Along with local authorities, the LCMS Michigan District is currently assessing the situation.
Grants assist church workers impacted by pandemic
As of April 30, $321,452 had been distributed in 229 grants to workers across the Synod.
Lutheran Church Extension Fund partners with Synod to assist church workers during pandemic
As part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the LCMS will use Soldiers of the Cross as one means to continue to assist LCMS church workers and their families.
Tennessee tornadoes kill at least 24; LCMS churches not harmed
The tornadoes touched ground in Tennessee during the night and morning hours of March 2 and 3.
Wurst installed as volunteer manager for LCMS Disaster Response; Meyer to serve as director of training
Wurst’s and Meyer’s new positions reflect a new staff structure for LCMS Disaster Response.
Puerto Rico hit by largest earthquake in 100 years
An LCMS assessment team is preparing to visit Puerto Rico in the next few days.