Trainings & Deployments From: LCMS Disaster Response & Training

LERT volunteers are needed to rehab an existing bathroom into an ADA compliant bathroom. Work will include, demolition and removal, construction of short new walls, insulation and drywall installation, construction of a new ADA shower, replacing the tile floor, painting the walls and adding new siding where the window was.

Plumbing and Electrical work will be conducted by professionals.

All volunteers are encouraged to wear yellow LERT shirts or vests. Most of the tools necessary to conduct this work will be provided. If a volunteer wants to bring their own tools, that is ok. Sturdy work boots and work gloves are required.

Lunch, water and Gatorade will be provided.

We will meet at the home of the work instead of the listed church. Site supervisor will provide the address to the volunteers that sign up. It is located in St. Charles County.  

It is anticipated that work days will be flexible based on the plumber and electrician schedules as well as the homeowner. Please keep aware of the next day schedule by communicating with the site supervisor or by checking the web page.

Description

Help Shepherd's Hill at the Crossroads Camp get ready for summer camp season! This is a work opportunity located at the Camp at St. John, North Dakota. Come and help when you can. Jobs available for all abilities. 

The Camp will feed and house you in exchange for your work. Work will be available at the Camp from May 27 to May 31, 2026. 

This project will involve Spring cleanup of the camp. There will be outdoor and indoor cleanup to get ready for the Summer. The camp will provide materials and supplies as needed. Participants should bring their own personal items, such as gloves and eye protection.  

What will be provided:

Housing will be provided at the Camp.  Volunteers should bring their own bedding, either sleeping bags or blankets, and pillows.  You should also bring your own towels. 

LERT background checks are required for this event.

Meals will be provided each day. 

Description

This event is sponsored by North DakotaLERT and is in partnership with Shepherd's Hill at the Crossroads Camp.

The purpose of this event is to give participants an opportunity to serve with the love of Christ helping with tree work and debris removal.

Description of work:

This project will involve tree work and debris removal, activities common to storm-damage recovery efforts. 

IMPORTANT NOTES

LERT background checks are required for this Deployment because we are working in people's homes. The LCMS LERT system will take you to the Sterling Volunteers site to get your background check (no cost to all LERT volunteers) when you sign up for this LERT Deployment. 

Housing Details:

What you need to bring:

Participants will need to bring their own PPE and equipment.

Clothing appropriate for the season.

Toiletries and prescription medicines

Sturdy shoes/work boots will be necessary. 

Work gloves

Protective eyewear

Long pants (jeans) and work shirts (of course, socks, etc.!)

Bedding and towels.
 

Details

18 and older

Is Not Family Friendly

Is Outdoors

Inclement Weather Plan: Work takes place in all types of weather. In the event of severe weather work will stop and workers will shelter.

Is Not Wheelchair Accessible

Background checks are required for this work

Sturdy shoes or boots are required

Bring work gloves

Bring Bedding and Towels for overnight stay

Bring PPE for chainsaw work

This Local LERT Event will be held on Saturday, May 30. Lutheran Servants for Christ and Lutheran Church Charities are partnering with Spartanburg Emergency Operations Center to assist families still recovering from Hurricane Helene. Participants will be assisting community members as they travel through the Market Place. Lunch will be provided, housing is not provided. The Market Place will be open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 

Ability to listen to guests, encourage, pray with them, and help carry items are the main requirements. Already 250 families have signed up to participate.

Hot Dog & Hamburger Stand: Hot dogs/Hamburgers, beverages and chips will be served up along with sharing the LERT story. Funds raised will be used to raise awareness and draw support for Lutheran Early Response Teams' involvement in assisting families in the local congregation and community who may be experiencing medical challenges.

Date: May 30, 2026

Time: 9 am - 3 pm

Location: King of Kings Lutheran Church, 306 E Madison, Gardner, KS 

Details: We will set up the booth and be ready to provide food around 10am. Please wear your lime green LERT shirt and ball cap. Please bring your own lawn chair, water bottle and a towel to wipe down beverages.

Questions?? Dale Melancon 913-522-2684 call/text

Through the LERT program, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church is helping a local disabled veteran regain access to his own backyard. Our dedicated volunteers will construct a new deck with stairs and handrails, creating a safe and accessible space for him to eventually enjoy a fire pit. Additionally, we are trimming back hazardous tree limbs over his roof to prevent costly storm damage.

Lunch, snacks & water will be provided.

We will be meeting at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church on June 2 @ 8:00 am for carpooling or a caravan to his home in Bartlesville, OK.