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Dear Friends of Lutheran Disaster Response of New York:
Here’s the Sept. 8th 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
Read Bishop Bouman’s reflections on the fourth anniversary of 9/11
LDRNY Vice-President and Metro Synod Bishop Stephen Bouman has written about his memories of 9/11, and how they are now mingled with thoughts of Hurricane Katrina. He writes, “On this fourth anniversary, as we behold the massive response and outpouring of compassion in the wake of Katrina, it is fitting to remember with gratitude the solidarity of so many with us, a solidarity which continues.” For more, visit www.LDRNY.org and click on Top News.
LDRNY provides prayers for 9/11 services
Since the 9/11 commemoration is on a Sunday this year, LDRNY has provided prayers to be read in church. They’re written by LDRNY’s Deputy Coordinator Pr. Tom Taylor. Pastors and lay leaders may download the prayers from www.LDRNY.org . Click on Top News.
Upcoming Sept. 11 events
For a complete list of 9/11 commemorations, remembrances and church services, visit www.LDRNY.org and click on Top News.
Red Cross posts 9/11 commemoration calendar
The American Red Cross September 11 Recovery Program (SRP) has published its 2005 September 11 Anniversary Events Calendar. It includes a list of events planned around the fourth anniversary of the terrorist attacks. The link to the calendar can be found with local Lutheran events on www.LDRNY.org . Click on Top News.
LDRNY chapter debuts in book, On the Ground After September 11
Order your copy of On the Ground After September 11: Mental Health Responses and Practical Knowledge Gained, which includes a chapter written by and about LDRNY. For more information, go to www.LDRNY.org .
LDRNY partner on the air
This Sunday, September 11th, Pastor Ann Tiemeyer of Koinonia NYC will be interviewed on "Grace Matters," the radio ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. It is about New Ground Day Camp and Faith Walks. It is 1/2 hour in length. It will not be aired on a New York City Station -- but it can be web cast from their site from Sunday. Go to www.LDRNY.orgfor more info.
9/11 anniversary reactions vary
The anniversary of September 11 may cause a variety of reactions in many people. Some may want to avoid thinking about their memories of the day, while some may want to commemorate it with special services or by volunteering or giving blood (For a list of events in your area, visit www.LDRNY.org and click on Top News). Some people may re-experience trauma associated with 9/11, or may seem jumpy or irritable. LDRNY reminds everyone to respect the reactions of those around them and to consider spiritual or other therapeutic guidance if it seems appropriate. Visit our website to learn more about what resources are available, including Faithful Response.
The LCMS Responds to Hurricane Katrina
Dr. David Benke, President of the Atlantic District LCMS and of LDRNY, has written a letter concerning Hurricane Katrina victims and the District’s intent to aid those people and the congregations in the Southern District. Read it by going to www.LDRNY.org and clicking on the Katrina logo.
LDR director reports on Hurricane Katrina efforts
"In the fourth week of September, Lutherans and Episcopalians together will work to provide food" for people in the Astrodome. "It will take $1 million to feed people for one week," said LDR director Heather L. Feltman. "We are committed to seeing that this happens. Volunteers from the Lutheran church and the Episcopal Church will be needed," she said. "Lutheran Disaster Response is waiting for permission to enter disaster areas, but it is working with local partners to provide immediate" assistance to people "displaced from their homes, communities and work," she said. Lutheran Disaster Response is also "ready to deploy emotional and spiritual care for people in affected areas, once we receive word that it is safe to do so," she said. For more information or to make a donation, go to www.LDRNY.org .
Free, fast ways to act
The need for human and cash resources is daunting in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and in the midst of the devastation left behind. In our stewardship we are called upon to give our time and talents in response to God’s grace. Disaster News Network released some ideas you might find helpful in your personal response. Go to www.LDRNY.org and click on the Katrina logo for these and other ideas on how to help.
September is National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month. Find out how you can participate in local activities and prepare yourself and your family in the event of an emergency or visit www.LDRNY.org for more information.
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
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