Iowa District East - LCMS will be hosting a Basic LERT Training on May 1, 2026, at Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca. It will be immediately followed by aLERT Chainsaw Training. This is especially for congregations that already have LERT teams with congregational members who would like to be trained. Participants will learn how they and their congregation can serve their community in times of disaster in a safe and effective way. Topics to be covered will include:
- Introduction to LCMS Disaster Response and LERT
- Congregation Preparedness
- Christian Care in Times of Disaster
- A Ministry of Presence
- Proclamation of the Word During Disaster
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Safety
Participants will receive a t-shirt, LERT ID card and a certificate of completion. A suggested fee of $10 is asked of participants and will be collected at the training. Supper is provided if you stay for Chainsaw Training! Your LERT trainer will distribute all training materials.
Questions? Please contact Daniel Sanchez at dsanchez@lcmside.org
The course will run from 2 PM to 5 PM on Friday, May 1, 2026. Please arrive by 1:45 PM to complete registration and sign in.
