HUMAN CARE MINISTRIES

Coats & More - St. Augustine said, "If you have two coats, you have somebody else's coat." This is based on Jesus saying, "The man with two tunics should share with him who has none." At home we have coat closets that are jammed full. You can share coats…and more. We are providing items for homeless people via United Way's annual Day of Caring on Sept. 24 at Qwest Field. You can give: used coats, backpacks, sleeping bags, small size bottles of shampoo, toothpaste, razors, etc. Please bring your gifts by September 10.

School Supplies & Kids' Clothing - If you have things to share with local families in need, please bring them to church as soon as possible. They will then be passed on to children preparing for school. Thanks to all who have generously given clothes (2,000 lbs so far!), supplies, and $ for gift cards. The families of Hope, Hickman Shelter, the Clothesline, and Lutheran Refugees have expressed great gratitude for your caring. It is amazing what God can accomplish when His people work together!


Hope School Uniforms are now available outside the school office. These are for anyone; just take what you need. If you have uniforms to give, leave them under the table.


Hope's Food Closet - Thanks for your food gifts! We only need: crackers, cookies, canned beef or chicken, flour, and sugar.


Help For Hope Members - If you are struggling financially, allow God to help you. He can do this through your church. He enables Human Care Ministries to pay utilities, other necessary expenses, or you can "grocery shop" at church FREE. It's simple and confidential...just call Pastor, 937-9330, or Mary Anne deVry, 932-5054.


LIFE QUOTES FROM LUTHERANS FOR LIFE– “We cannot rely on worldly institutions to fight our battles for us. Christians have been called to be hope and light to a fallen generation; so let’s speak God’s truth in love and care for the most vulnerable in our churches and society. May God bless your efforts to really make a difference!” Daine E. Schroeder, President of Lutherans For Life