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Dear Friends of Lutheran Disaster Response of New York:

Here’s the July 28th edition of  “Comfort & Renew Online,” a weekly e-newsletter provided by LDRNY. If you have something to share, please drop an email to mikki@LDRNY.org.

9/11 has changed summer for all of us
The relaxed days of summer, casual work days and vacation schedules have been replaced by a cloud of anxiety over subway bombings in London and a heightened sense of alert in New York City. Residents of the southern states worry about hurricanes this time of year. LDRNY Executive Director Dr. John J. Scibilia shares his thoughts on how 9/11 has changed summer for all of us. To read the full story, go to www.LDRNY.org and click on Top News.

Steel cross to be preserved at Ground Zero
Work will soon begin on the underground ruins at the World Trade Center site. Ground is to be broken in September for a new terminal on the eastern side of the site. The steel cross that was found at the site will be incorporated into the new construction. To read the full story, go to www.LDRNY.org

Participants faithful to the Faith Walk at Ground Zero
Koinonia NYC, a LDRNY partner, has been a busy place this summer, hosting more than 20 Faith Walks at Ground Zero. Recently, 36 people from the Association of Lutheran Musician's National Conference visiting New York City went on a Faith Walk. To raise funds to pay the $10 per person fee, the group designated the morning worship offering to Koinonia NYC. "They gave me a $400 check and indicated that the balance from the offering would be sent later,"? said Pr. Ann Tiemeyer, Koinonia NYC Director. "I told them how great that was and how our New Ground Day Camp needed sponsorship and support."  Pr. Tiemeyer said the networking and connecting that the Faith Walks provide have been a gift from God. "Just when you think you don't have the energy for another group, is when God makes that group the one that energizes you."? The Executive Committee of the Presbyterian General Assembly will also go on a Faith Walk soon. If you'd like to take a Faith Walk or want more information, go to www.LDRNY.org .

New Ground Day Camps in full swing
This week, camp is being held at Bethlehem, Baldwin; True Light, Manhattan; and Our Saviour's, Brooklyn. To read the full story and see where camps are being held throughout August, go to www.LDRNY.org and click on Top News.

Learn how to be prepared
Today is the last session for All Together Now, a program that empowers New York City residents to take practical actions to be prepared for any emergency. In building, block, or household-based teams, All Together Now participants follow a series of preparedness actions, such as how to create a Go Bag, how to live without electricity, and how to help neighbors in need. OEM and the Empowerment Institute invite you to learn more about the All Together Now program at an upcoming information session. Hosted by various community organizations, all sessions are open to the public.  For more information, go to http://www.ldrny.org/comfort/comfort3.asp (LDRNY Comfort and Renew Center events)

Hurricanes remind us of the need for a Go Bag
All disaster and emergency experts recommend that the best way to be prepared for a natural disaster is to be prepared! A Go Bag helps you do that, especially during this year's hurricane seaseon. You can make or own bag, or if you don't want to, LDRNY has done the work for you. LDRNY's Go Bag is the most comprehensive disaster-preparedness bag on the market today. The red standard backpack is filled with more than 50 items to help a person survive in the first 24 hours following a disaster or emergency. Items include a flashlight, water, energy bar, whistle, rain poncho, mylar blanket, hand-warmer packet, radio and compass, first-aid kit, toothbrush, hand-sanitizers, ID holder, DNA/fingerprint kit, pen and pad, and much more. The suggested contribution for the Go Bag is $70 each, plus $7.50 shipping/handling, and can be obtained by calling LDRNY at 1-866-864-1600, or by visiting the website, www.LDRNY.org . Click on the red logo on the homepage to get more information and an order form.

Make a gift to LDRNY
LDRNY is grateful for the gifts it receives. If you'd like to make a donation to honor or memorialize someone, send a check to LDRNY at the address below. Tell us who should be notified of the gift, and please provide an address. Thrivent members will have their gift matched.  

You may now make a gift to support the work of LDRNY among the hidden victims of Sept. 11 online, thanks to Lutheran Community Foundation’s Charity Finder. Go to

http://www.thelcf.org/donors/charityfinder_details.asp?charity_id=145 

Events, programs and training on www.LDRNY.org
You’re reminded to check the LDRNY.org website often for a complete listing of events taking place around Ground Zero and in lower Manhattan, and for programs and training relating to 9/11. They’re listed here:
http://www.ldrny.org/comfort/comfort3.asp

Take a planned Faith Walk around Ground Zero
LDRNY partner Koinonia NYC invites you to take a Faith Walk around Ground Zero. Faith Walks are inspirational and educational tours of Ground Zero and surrounding landmarks, encouraging healing and hope in the face of despair. If you’re planning a trip to New York City, or want to read more about others’ experiences,go to www.LDRNY.org. Participants always report back that they liked the Faith Walk. Here is a comment from one person: "It was informative, very moving, and certainly uplifting. In your very kind and thoughtful manner, you put us all at ease. Your friendly way made us all able to participate and enjoy this opportunity."

Helpful sites you may want to visit
• Lifenet  www.9-11MentalHealth.org  1-800-LIFENET.

LDRNY contact info
To contact LDRNY, call 1-866-864-1600, or send an email to Mikki@ldrny.org Visit the website for information on any of our programs – www.LDRNY.org.

LDRNY
22 Cortlandt St.  10007
New York, NY
1-866-864-1600
212-406-9736
www.LDRNY.org
Dr. John J. Scibilia, Executive Director (john@ldrny.org)