A Basic Lutheran Early Response Team (LERT) training class will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, 2740 Lakeview Dr., Sebring, FL 33870 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2025. All participants are urged to arrive by 8:30 a.m. to register and receive material so we may begin promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program, learn basic nature of disasters, the opportunities to respond to personal needs and how Lutherans can support families, congregations and the public as the hands and feet of Jesus during a disaster.
A light lunch will be provided. The registration fee is $35 per person which helps cover the costs of manuals, ID Badge, and a T-shirt. Training material will be distributed on day of training and after the training by your LERT Trainer. Please make checks payable to Faith Lutheran Church and bring it with you on the day of training. Please note on memo line 'LERT Training'. For questions or additional information, please contact Rev. Scott McLean, sjmclean@embarqmail.com, 863-446-0911, or Bryce Cramer, jbcramer@mchsi.com, 618-201-1806.
In the chaos of disaster, it's important to stay focused on the task at hand. This training will help you focus on the most important thing to remember as you prepare to respond to a disaster in your community or beyond. At the center of our LERT Volunteer training is one thing: MERCY! Christ's mercy is the basis for everything we say and do. This training event will equip you to be an effective volunteer should a disaster strike your community. All above the age of 14 are invited and welcomed! Anyone can attend LERT training but LERT credentials can be given to LCMS members only.
After a brief introduction regarding the goals and theological rationale of LCMS Disaster Response, the LERT volunteer training will address the following:
*Christian care in times of disaster
*A Ministry of Presence
*The LERT Program and how it works with other responders
*Introduction to Disaster Response
*Service Opportunities after a Disaster & Safety Protocol
