Serve: Supporting the beloved community
During this time of physical distancing, there are number of ways we can continue to be God's hands in our community and the world:
Families Moving Forward (FMF – a program of Beacon): Imagine experiencing homelessness when we’re all asked to stay at home! Families in the FMF program are currently staying in hotels to minimize contact between them and congregation members – which means a significant increase in program expenses.
To support the programs and participating families, make a gift to Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative. Or make a gift through Lake Nokomis Lutheran. Note: At this time, we don’t know the status of our August hosting weeks. We’ll keep you posted.
Minnehaha Food Shelf: Cherie Wold, our congregation’s representative on the food shelf board, reports that client numbers are increasing, and that they’re seeing new, larger families. Volunteers are alternating weeks, and families are served outdoors to limit virus exposure. To donate directly, click here. Or make a gift through LNL.
South Minneapolis Meals on Wheels: Coordinators Andrea Bolstad and Linda Ojeda, and a team of LNL volunteers deliver meals and show hospitality to seniors every nine weeks! To support Meals on Wheels financially, click here. To help out the LNL team, email Andrea at dreaann@msn.com.
Loaves & Fishes: Our congregation has a long history of supporting this crucial program. If you’re interested in volunteering or financially supporting their Meals-to-Go program, check out their website for more information.
God’s Work/Our Hands Fund: Over ten years ago, LNL created this emergency fund to assist congregation members during times of financial difficulty. Money is currently available for members who need immediate support. To request support or learn more, contact Pastor Chris at revdrhagen@gmail.com, (763) 227-4782. All conversations will be strictly confidential.
Sew face masks: Thanks to folks who have been sewing face masks for front line workers in our community. COVID-19 is threatening vulnerable communities around the globe, and Lutheran World Relief urgently needs cloth face masks to send to them. The cloth mask you sew in your living room will provide love and protection to a neighbor in need halfway around the world. Click here to learn how you can use your sewing skills to stop the spread.
Donate blood: If you’re healthy, the Red Cross needs you! They’re encouraging people who are healthy to schedule a donation appointment in the weeks ahead – to ensure a stable supply of blood throughout the pandemic. Learn more here.
Families Moving Forward (FMF – a program of Beacon): Imagine experiencing homelessness when we’re all asked to stay at home! Families in the FMF program are currently staying in hotels to minimize contact between them and congregation members – which means a significant increase in program expenses.
To support the programs and participating families, make a gift to Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative. Or make a gift through Lake Nokomis Lutheran. Note: At this time, we don’t know the status of our August hosting weeks. We’ll keep you posted.
Minnehaha Food Shelf: Cherie Wold, our congregation’s representative on the food shelf board, reports that client numbers are increasing, and that they’re seeing new, larger families. Volunteers are alternating weeks, and families are served outdoors to limit virus exposure. To donate directly, click here. Or make a gift through LNL.
South Minneapolis Meals on Wheels: Coordinators Andrea Bolstad and Linda Ojeda, and a team of LNL volunteers deliver meals and show hospitality to seniors every nine weeks! To support Meals on Wheels financially, click here. To help out the LNL team, email Andrea at dreaann@msn.com.
Loaves & Fishes: Our congregation has a long history of supporting this crucial program. If you’re interested in volunteering or financially supporting their Meals-to-Go program, check out their website for more information.
God’s Work/Our Hands Fund: Over ten years ago, LNL created this emergency fund to assist congregation members during times of financial difficulty. Money is currently available for members who need immediate support. To request support or learn more, contact Pastor Chris at revdrhagen@gmail.com, (763) 227-4782. All conversations will be strictly confidential.
Sew face masks: Thanks to folks who have been sewing face masks for front line workers in our community. COVID-19 is threatening vulnerable communities around the globe, and Lutheran World Relief urgently needs cloth face masks to send to them. The cloth mask you sew in your living room will provide love and protection to a neighbor in need halfway around the world. Click here to learn how you can use your sewing skills to stop the spread.
Donate blood: If you’re healthy, the Red Cross needs you! They’re encouraging people who are healthy to schedule a donation appointment in the weeks ahead – to ensure a stable supply of blood throughout the pandemic. Learn more here.