Trinity Lutheran Church

Responding to the Haiti Earthquake

Our hearts are united in prayer for the people of Haiti. As people of God we have an opportunity to help at a time like this. Funds are urgently needed to help Haitians who have lost their homes and are suffering. The following information and links are provided to assist you as you consider donating to the Haiti relief efforts.

In the aftermath of the Haitian earthquake, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) President Gerald B. Kieschnick speaks of LCMS relief efforts and encourages the people of the Synod to give generously. Click here to watch the video.

LCMS World Relief and Human Care is working cooperatively with LCMS World Mission, Haitian missionaries, and partner churches to provide relief in a timely fashion. To make a gift that shares Christ’s mercy and helps suffering Haitians, click on the link below, call toll free 888-930-4438, or mail donations marked “Haiti Earthquake Relief” to LCMS World Relief and Human Care, P.O. Box 66861, St. Louis, MO 63166-6861.

To find out information about the relief effort, or to give online, click on the links below:

LCMS World Relief and Human Care

 

Lutheran World Relief 

 

Lutheran Disaster Response

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is announcing a $1 million challenge to its members across the country. Thrivent Financial will match $1 for every $2 donated by Thrivent members to LCMS World Relief and Lutheran World Relief up to $1 million for the potential of generating $3 million. Make your money go farther. Visit Thrivent.com/helpinghaiti to learn more and make a donation. For questions or to make a donation over the phone or via U.S. Mail, please call 800-236-3736 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central time, Monday through Friday. When prompted, please say “directory” and enter ext. 83003.