LDRNY Eletter | Eletter Archive
Dear Friends of Lutheran Disaster Response of New York:
Here’s the June 29th 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 .
New Ground camps kick off fifth summer
More than 350 children will Journey With Jesus and Joseph this summer at New Ground camp sites, sponsored by Koinonia NYC, a Lutheran outdoor ministry and LDRNY partner. Now in its fifth year, the New Ground camp ministry started in response to Sept. 11, to help children process what had happened. Sponsored, in part by LDRNY, 11 churches will hosts camps, July 5 through Aug. 18, including two new sites this year. To read the full story, go to www.LDRNY.org
Faith Walks, Servant Events busy this summer
Summer is a good time for a Faith Walk around Ground Zero, and Pr. Ann Tiemeyer, director of Koinonia NYC, coordinator of the events, expects a busy two months. "I think we'll have 2,000 people before the end of the year,"? said Pr. Tiemeyer, anticipating about 75 groups in 2006. Groups include, for example, confirmation classes, choirs and church organizations visiting the New York area from around the country. To read the full story, go to www.LDRNY.org.
Prayer requested for victims of Ohio flooding
Our friends in the Ohio area Synod have asked for our prayers in the aftermath of heavy rain and wind that caused flooding in large portions of northern Ohio. The storm system has been blamed for at least two deaths. Mary Woodward, Lutheran Disaster Response state coordinator, is talking with the State Emergency Management Agency and Ohio Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster for information on long-term recovery. Flooding damage has been confirmed at Grace Lutheran (ELCA) in Toledo, and some flooding may have also occurred at Holy Trinity (ELCA) in Toledo. No damages have been reported at this time to any LCMS church buildings in the area.
NYDIS launches 9/11 Resources web page
New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS), of which LDRNY is a founding member, announces the launch of its web-based 9/11 Resources page for case management agencies, service providers, unions, community and faith-based organizations as well as for clients impacted by the disaster. The resource link includes a range of information from current case management agencies serving 9/11 victims to available mental health services, resources for job development, training and micro-business loans, how to find immigration and workers compensation attorneys plus more. On a monthly basis, the NYDIS 9/11 Resources page will be updated with new resource information to assist clients in attaining sustainable recovery.
For details, visit http://www.nydis.org/9-11recovery/11.php
Gallery hosts art exhibit honoring maritime heroes of 9/11
The Water Street Gallery at Seamen's Church Institute, 241 Water St., hosts an exhibit, "All Available Boats: Harbor Voices & Images, 9.11.01." It tells the story of the everyday heroes who participated in the maritime evacuation of lower Manhattan on Sept. 11. It is on display from May 22 to Sept. 30, weekdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LDR seeks volunteers to rebuild after hurricanes
It's almost 10 months since Hurricane Katrina, and another hurricane season is upon us, but the rebuilding work from the 2004 and 2005 storms is far from over. Lutheran Disaster Response is committed to the long-term recovery of the areas affected by these disasters --a commitment that could last as many as 10 years. Volunteers are needed at LDR sites in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. Volunteers must be 16 or older, in good health, have a good attitude, and be willing to work hard. The conditions, especially with summer's heat and humidity, are less than glamorous. But the work is rewarding. If you're interested in putting together a work crew, visit www.ldr.org/volunteer.
Does your church want to learn about preparedness?
Michael Arcari, program director for Faithful Response, an LDRNY partner, is available to discuss disaster preparedness at your church. He can discuss how to be prepared, along with showing what goes into a Go Bag, or a topic of special interest to you. To schedule a talk at your church, call Arcari at 516-679-0080, or faithfulresponse@ldrny.org. Visit www.LDRNY.org
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."
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
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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