LCMS Disaster Training encourages LCMS congregations to engage in Lutheran Early Response Team (LERT) training so they can help their neighbor with the mercy of Christ both in ordinary times and during extraordinary disaster situations. Did you know that high school age youth can also participate in LERT Training and in disaster responses?
With the exception of hazardous work (chain sawing, work in mold/mildew areas, etc.), LERT-trained youth can work alongside their brothers and sisters as we serve our neighbors. The Lord's young people bring an amazing array of gifts to this work. energy, enthusiasm, friendliness, and love for their distressed neighbor. LERT service is a great way for the entire congregation to join together in God-pleasing service and to enjoy each others' company.
Below you'll find a link to the LCMS LERT Disaster Training page. There is some good information for your congregation and several downloadable resources for promoting LERT activities in your congregation.
Here's the link:
Youth Involvement in LCMS Disaster Training and Response
(Look for "Download for FAQs for youth" toward the bottom of the page.)
Thank you for your continued interest and service in the LCMS LERT program. Talk to your congregation members about LERT Training and Service opportunities in the congregation and in your community.
Look for us at the LCMS National Youth Gathering! We'll have our Disaster Response trailer there so you can get ideas for your LERT teams.
To submit a LERT Training request to your LCMS District Disaster Response Coordinator (DDRC), please follow this link LERT Training request and complete the form. The information will be forwarded to your DDRC for a follow-up discussion.
