To Give Thanks For and Support Human Care Efforts

Official Workbook overture source text

3-04 
To Give Thanks For and Support  
Human Care Efforts 
WHEREAS, Holy Scripture calls us to love our neighbors as 
ourselves (Mark 12:31) and to bear one another’s burdens (Gal. 
6:2); and 
WHEREAS, The Lutheran Church —Missouri Synod has a rich 
history of caring for those in need, including immigrants, people 
affected by natural disasters, and the most vulnerable in society; and 
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HEREAS, Recently the Synod has faithfully supported human 
care efforts, including relief for those affected by disasters such as 
Hurricane Helene and support for legal immigrants through various 
recognized service organizations; and 
WHEREAS, These efforts reflect the mercy and compassion of 
Christ, bringing hope and healing to those in need; and 
WHEREAS, The congregations and members of the Synod have 
generously contributed time, resources, and prayers to sustain these 
vital ministries; and 
WHEREAS, The work of human care ministries strengthens the 
witness of the church, demonstrating Christ’s love in action; 
therefore be it 
Resolved, That the Synod in convention give thanks to God for 
the faithful work of those engaged in these human care ministries; 
and be it further 
Resolved, That the Synod encourage its congregations, members, 
and partners to continue their generous support of human care 
efforts, including disaster relief and aid for immigrants and 
refugees; and be it further 
Resolved, That the congregations, members, and partners of the 
Synod be encouraged to support these efforts with their time, 
including participation in Lutheran Early Response Team training; 
and be it finally 
Resolved
, That the Synod in convention give thanks for these 
efforts, encourage continued support for human care ministries, and 
seek additional ways to extend Christ’s mercy to those in need, that 
the church at large may continue to bear witness to the love of Christ 
through acts of mercy and service. 
Southeastern District 
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