The Situation:
Multiple wildfires have broken out across Los Angeles County in California, with tens of thousands of people under evacuation orders. Sparked by dry conditions, strong winds and a limited water supply, these fires have destroyed homes and businesses and have led to injuries and loss of life. News is still unfolding about the full impact as firefighting efforts continue.
Our Response:
Lutheran Disaster Response is coordinating with the Southwest California Synod, Pacifica Synod and other partners to assess the needs of people impacted by the wildfires. We will work with them to provide for immediate needs and recovery amid the widespread destruction. Lutheran Disaster Response is committed to accompanying recovering communities for months and years to come.
What you can do:
Pray:
Please pray for communities in California impacted by the wildfires. May God's healing presence bring them peace and hope in their time of need and give strength to those working diligently to contain the fires and care for affected communities.
Give:
Your gifts to Lutheran Disaster Response equip us to respond to communities affected by wildfires and related disasters. These gifts also empower us to respond to disasters whenever and wherever they strike. Gifts to "U.S. Wildfires" will be used in full (100%) to assist those affected by wildfires until the response is complete.
To give by phone, call 800-638-3522. Checks or money orders can be mailed to:
Lutheran Disaster Response
P.O. Box 1809
Merrifield, VA 22116-8009
Connect:
To learn more about the situation and the ELCA’s response:
- Sign up to receive Lutheran Disaster Response alerts.
- Check the Lutheran Disaster Response blog.
- Read the Lutheran Disaster Response FAQ page.
- "Like" Lutheran Disaster Response on Facebook and follow @ELCA_LDR on Instagram.
Share:
Spread the word throughout your congregation and community to give Lutheran Disaster Response an even greater impact as it serves our neighbors on the long road to recovery.
- Share this bulletin insert with your congregation and encourage support.
- Download this PowerPoint slide to share during worship, and invite generosity to Lutheran Disaster Response.
- Include ELCA.org/wildfires in your next church newsletter and invite giving to Lutheran Disaster Response.
