Volunteer: Basic LERT Training, Trinity Lutheran Church, Crown Point IN, 7-11-2026Please consider attending LCMS LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team) volunteer training offered by Lutheran Church Charities. Federal guidelines indicate that volunteers responding to a disaster should be trained and credentialed. Should a disaster strike, you could deploy to a disaster site and serve those affected in a church and community. This training will inform LERT team volunteers on the safety, work, and ministry of Lutherans as Early Responders. This training is part of a Synod-wide disaster response program, facilitated by a national network of District Disaster Response Coordinators and Teams. After the training, you will receive a certificate, ID badge, and T-shirt. 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 for or 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. 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 Disaster Response & Deployment Protocol Service Opportunities after a Disaster & Safety ProtocolThis training will be hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church in Crown Point, IN. District: Indiana Please consider attending LCMS LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team) volunteer training offered by Lutheran Church Charities. Federal guidelines indicate that volunteers responding to a disaster should be trained and credentialed. Should a disaster strike, you could deploy to a disaster site and serve those affected in a church and community. This training will inform LERT team volunteers on the safety, work, and ministry of Lutherans as Early Responders. This training is part of a Synod-wide disaster response program, facilitated by a national network of District Disaster Response Coordinators and Teams. After the training, you will receive a certificate, ID badge, and T-shirt. 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 for or 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. 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 Disaster Response & Deployment Protocol Service Opportunities after a Disaster & Safety ProtocolThis training will be hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church in Crown Point, IN. District: Indiana Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Jul 11, 2026 Zip Code: 46307 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Basic LERT Training, Trinity Lutheran Church, Baton Rouge LA, 7-12-2026Trinity Lutheran in Baton Rouge, La., will host a Basic LERT class on July 12th. Class will begin at 12:30 p.m. and should take 3 hours to complete. Location: Trinity Lutheran Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence, and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.LCMS-LERT.org. Participants are urged to pre-register by July 1st, so we have the necessary materials for everyone. A registration fee of $30 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your check along to the training. Checks should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training July 12th" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Rev. Paul Ernewein, the LERT trainer for the event, at giveblood2@gmail.com All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training; however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible for certification as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 12:15 p.m. to complete registration and sign in. The training should finish by 3:30. Snacks will be provided. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and How They Function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams District: Southern Trinity Lutheran in Baton Rouge, La., will host a Basic LERT class on July 12th. Class will begin at 12:30 p.m. and should take 3 hours to complete. Location: Trinity Lutheran Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence, and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.LCMS-LERT.org. Participants are urged to pre-register by July 1st, so we have the necessary materials for everyone. A registration fee of $30 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your check along to the training. Checks should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training July 12th" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Rev. Paul Ernewein, the LERT trainer for the event, at giveblood2@gmail.com All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training; however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible for certification as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 12:15 p.m. to complete registration and sign in. The training should finish by 3:30. Snacks will be provided. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and How They Function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams District: Southern Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Jul 12, 2026 Zip Code: 70816 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Basic LERT Training, Emmaus Lutheran Church, South Bend IN, 7-19-2026Emmaus Lutheran Church in South Bend, Ind, will host a Basic LERT class on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The class will begin around 12:45 p.m. E.D.T., after a light carry-in lunch following Bible class, and it should take about 3-4 hours to complete. Location Emmaus Lutheran Church 929 Milton Street South Bend, IN 46613 Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence, and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.LCMS-LERT.org. Participants are urged to pre-register by July 5, so we have the necessary materials for everyone. Late registration is still welcome, and the trainer will plan to have additional materials. A registration fee of $30 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your checks or cash along to the training. Checks should be made out to Emmaus Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training July 19" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Rev. Josh Osbun, the LERT trainer for the event, at pastorosbun@gmail.com. All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training; however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible for credentialing as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 12:15 p.m. to complete registration and sign in. Emmaus will celebrate the Divine Service at 9:00 a.m. A brief time for snacks and visiting with one another in the undercroft immediately follows the service, after which is Bible study. Bible study ends around 11:45 a.m., with a light carry-in lunch provided for those who will be staying for the LERT training. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and How They Function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams District: Indiana Emmaus Lutheran Church in South Bend, Ind, will host a Basic LERT class on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The class will begin around 12:45 p.m. E.D.T., after a light carry-in lunch following Bible class, and it should take about 3-4 hours to complete. Location Emmaus Lutheran Church 929 Milton Street South Bend, IN 46613 Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence, and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.LCMS-LERT.org. Participants are urged to pre-register by July 5, so we have the necessary materials for everyone. Late registration is still welcome, and the trainer will plan to have additional materials. A registration fee of $30 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your checks or cash along to the training. Checks should be made out to Emmaus Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training July 19" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Rev. Josh Osbun, the LERT trainer for the event, at pastorosbun@gmail.com. All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training; however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible for credentialing as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 12:15 p.m. to complete registration and sign in. Emmaus will celebrate the Divine Service at 9:00 a.m. A brief time for snacks and visiting with one another in the undercroft immediately follows the service, after which is Bible study. Bible study ends around 11:45 a.m., with a light carry-in lunch provided for those who will be staying for the LERT training. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and How They Function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams District: Indiana Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Jul 19, 2026 Zip Code: 46619 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Basic LERT Training, Trinity Lutheran Church, El Reno OK, 8-1-2026Trinity Lutheran Church in El Reno, OK, will host a Basic LERT class on August 1. Class will begin at 9 am and should take about 3 hours to complete. Location Trinity Lutheran Church 500 S Country Club Rd El Reno, OK Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.lcms-lert.org. Participants are urged to pre-register by July 18, so we have the necessary materials for everyone. A registration fee of $20 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your check or cash to the training. Checks should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training August 1" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Don Kelle, the Oklahoma District Disaster Response Coordinator, at okddrc@gmail.com All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training, however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible for certification as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 8:45 am to complete registration and sign in. The training should finish by 12:30. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and how they function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams DETAILS Register by July 18 Is not Outdoors Is wheelchair Accessible 14 and Older District: Oklahoma Trinity Lutheran Church in El Reno, OK, will host a Basic LERT class on August 1. Class will begin at 9 am and should take about 3 hours to complete. Location Trinity Lutheran Church 500 S Country Club Rd El Reno, OK Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.lcms-lert.org. Participants are urged to pre-register by July 18, so we have the necessary materials for everyone. A registration fee of $20 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your check or cash to the training. Checks should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training August 1" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Don Kelle, the Oklahoma District Disaster Response Coordinator, at okddrc@gmail.com All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training, however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible for certification as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 8:45 am to complete registration and sign in. The training should finish by 12:30. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and how they function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams DETAILS Register by July 18 Is not Outdoors Is wheelchair Accessible 14 and Older District: Oklahoma Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 1, 2026 Zip Code: 73036 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Basic LERT training, Trinity Lutheran, Dothan AL, 8-1-2026A Basic LERT Training class will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 105 Luther Way, Dothan, AL 36301, on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence, and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.LCMS-LERT.org. Participants are urged to pre-register before July 24th, so we have the proper materials for everyone. A registration fee of $30 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your check along to the training. Checks should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training August 1st" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Rev. Paul Ernewein, the LERT trainer for the event, at giveblood2@gmail.com. All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training; however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible to receive a certificate of completion as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 9:30 a.m. to complete registration and sign in. The training should finish by 2. Lunch will be provided. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and How They Function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams District: Southern A Basic LERT Training class will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 105 Luther Way, Dothan, AL 36301, on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocol in times of disasters, a ministry of presence, and safety practices. Class registration must be made at www.LCMS-LERT.org. Participants are urged to pre-register before July 24th, so we have the proper materials for everyone. A registration fee of $30 per person will cover the cost of training and materials. Please bring your check along to the training. Checks should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church and noted "LERT Training August 1st" on the check. If you have questions, please contact Rev. Paul Ernewein, the LERT trainer for the event, at giveblood2@gmail.com. All interested participants are welcome to attend the LERT training; however, only LCMS members aged 14 or older are eligible to receive a certificate of completion as LCMS LERT volunteers. All LERT materials will be distributed during the class. You will receive your certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT Trainer will distribute all materials. Please arrive by 9:30 a.m. to complete registration and sign in. The training should finish by 2. Lunch will be provided. What will we study? These are the main topics of the training: 1) Christian Care in times of disaster 2) A Ministry of Presence 3) Lutheran Early Response Teams and How They Function 4) Utilizing the LERT Website 5) Safety Protocol 6) Congregation Preparedness and Mercy Teams District: Southern Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Aug 1, 2026 Zip Code: 36301 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Basic LERT Training, Our Savior Lutheran Church, Albany NY, 8-6-2026Consider joining the LCMS Basic LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team) Volunteer Training led by Pastor Sean Chapman, Atlantic District Disaster Response Coordinator. (DDRC). Federal guidelines recommend that disaster-response volunteers receive appropriate training before serving in affected communities. This training equips participants to respond safely, effectively, and compassionately when disasters impact churches and communities. The Basic LERT training focuses on the safety, work, and ministry of Lutherans serving as Early Responders. It is part of the LCMS Synod-wide disaster response program, supported by a national network of District Disaster Response Coordinators and Response Teams. Upon completion of the training, LCMS participants fourteen years and older will receive a certificate, LERT identification badge, and aLERT T-shirt. In the midst of disaster, it is essential to remain focused on what matters most. At the heart of LERT volunteer training is one central principle: mercy. Christ’s mercy guides everything we say and do as we serve those affected by crisis. This training will help equip you to be an effective and compassionate volunteer, whether responding within your own community or deploying to another disaster site. Following a brief introduction to the goals and theological foundation of LCMS Disaster Response, the training will cover: Christian care in times of disaster A Ministry of Presence The LERT program and its role alongside other responders Introduction to disaster response Service opportunities following a disaster Deployment procedures and safety protocolsLocation: Our Savior Lutheran Church We encourage all LCMS members who are 15 or older and are interested in serving others through disaster response ministry to attend. This training will be hosted by Our Savior Lutheran Church. Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church 63 Mountain View Ave. Albany, NY 12205 District: Atlantic Consider joining the LCMS Basic LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team) Volunteer Training led by Pastor Sean Chapman, Atlantic District Disaster Response Coordinator. (DDRC). Federal guidelines recommend that disaster-response volunteers receive appropriate training before serving in affected communities. This training equips participants to respond safely, effectively, and compassionately when disasters impact churches and communities. The Basic LERT training focuses on the safety, work, and ministry of Lutherans serving as Early Responders. It is part of the LCMS Synod-wide disaster response program, supported by a national network of District Disaster Response Coordinators and Response Teams. Upon completion of the training, LCMS participants fourteen years and older will receive a certificate, LERT identification badge, and aLERT T-shirt. In the midst of disaster, it is essential to remain focused on what matters most. At the heart of LERT volunteer training is one central principle: mercy. Christ’s mercy guides everything we say and do as we serve those affected by crisis. This training will help equip you to be an effective and compassionate volunteer, whether responding within your own community or deploying to another disaster site. Following a brief introduction to the goals and theological foundation of LCMS Disaster Response, the training will cover: Christian care in times of disaster A Ministry of Presence The LERT program and its role alongside other responders Introduction to disaster response Service opportunities following a disaster Deployment procedures and safety protocolsLocation: Our Savior Lutheran Church We encourage all LCMS members who are 15 or older and are interested in serving others through disaster response ministry to attend. This training will be hosted by Our Savior Lutheran Church. Location: Our Savior Lutheran Church 63 Mountain View Ave. Albany, NY 12205 District: Atlantic Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 6, 2026 Zip Code: 12205 Allow Groups: No |