Dear Partner in Ministry
So many children have had their childhoods interrupted by war, disaster or extreme poverty. Yet no matter how far from home or normalcy they are, congregations like yours surround them with God’s love. THANK YOU!
Please use the resources below to encourage and inform your congregation as you take action to love your neighbors around the world.
In gratitude,
Latest Videos: Watch and Share
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Container homes bring smiles in Türkiye
After the earthquake in Türkiye destroyed her home, little Asya Halal cried for months. But she is smiling today because congregations like yours reached across the world to care for her family. Download this video about their new container home, then share it in worship or online.
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Housing, health care and hope in Ukraine
Since the war began, your quilts, your kits, your financial gifts and your love have all been reaching your neighbors in Ukraine. Thank you for loving your neighbors when they’ve needed it most. Please watch and share this video with your congregation.
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LWR Mission Quilts help young children grow in Tanzania
Chronic malnutrition in the early years of a child's development causes stunting for 1 in every 3 children in Tanzania. Download and share with your congregation how your LWR Mission Quilts are improving the lives of thousands of children.
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Closing Congregations: Provide new life for our neighbors
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From death to new life
The decision to close a church is never easy, and yet as Christians we cling closely to the resurrection promise that from death comes new life. Learn more about how congregations are transforming lives through their generosity.
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When closing your building opens new opportunities
When it became clear that it was time to close, the congregation of St. Ansgar Lutheran Church in Portland, Maine, found a silver lining in being able to bless their global neighbors with a gift.
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Share your congregation’s love
At this very moment, a mother is heartbroken, sick with worry about her child. Your love can be the answer to this mother’s prayer that her child has a promising and thriving future.
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Be there for neighbors before the next disaster
Dangerous tropical storms, hurricanes, floods, earthquakes and other life-threatening disasters are on the rise. And it’s our poorest neighbors who suffer the most. Your congregation’s love can help us respond when the next disaster hits.
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Meet our staff ready to connect with your congregation
LWR has a team of pastors and staff across the country ready to connect your congregation to the ways you can share God’s love with our neighbors all around the world. Contact one of our experts today!
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Make LWR Quilts
Making LWR Mission Quilts is a tangible way to express love to our neighbors in need. Quilts can be used as warm bedding, simple tents or floor coverings. Each one reflects God’s loving presence in a world rife with suffering.
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Make LWR Kits
People of all ages can make LWR kits and offer comfort and care to our neighbors who need it most. Learn how your congregation can share love and provide dignity and hope.
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Purchase LWR Farmers Market Coffee
When you caffeinate your congregation with our coffee, you can know that a farmer received a strong price. Be sure to try our new hazelnut flavor!
Your LOVE and GIFT will help those with the very least
Lutheran World Relief is here to carry the love of Lutheran congregations to the world… until your love reaches every neighbor.