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Kruse Village Knitting Story Warms the Body & Soul
What a wonderful story by KBTX.com in Bryan/College Station. Master knitter and Kruse Village resident June Davis is 91 and has been knitting since she was a teenager. She shares her love of the hobby with the Brenham Middle School Knitting Club once a month, when the group visits Kruse…
Posted by Lonni Swanson on Friday, May 17th, 2013Foster Children in the Metroplex Benefit from Caring for Kids Event
On Saturday, April 27, more than 150 participants congregated at Eddie Deen’s Ranch in Dallas to “Waltz Across Texas” in support of DFW’s foster children. Over $98,000 was raised for Foster In Texas (FIT)* families, who make it possible for the area’s abused and neglected children to live and heal in safe…
Posted by Lonni Swanson on Friday, May 3rd, 2013West, Texas – Response to Recovery, FEMA To Allow Individual Assistance Grants
Two weeks after the explosion in West, Texas, the initial response phase is beginning its inevitable journey toward the recovery phase. Many families and individuals are still reeling from the shock of the unexpected tragedy, the physical and emotional anguish, and the pain of recovery that lies ahead. Your prayers…
Posted by Scott Carroll on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013Chicktime Brings “BALANCED LIVING” to NEW LIFE Girls
On SATURDAY, MAY 11TH, 8:15am to 12noon, the Chicktime* Canyon Lake service group team is hosting a day of pampering and tips on how to live a balanced life, for the 80 young ladies who live at New Life Children’s Center. Plans for the day include learning yoga, getting manicures,…
Posted by Lonni Swanson on Monday, April 29th, 2013West, Texas: On the Rebound—A City with Hope
Editor’s Note: Today’s posting comes from Dr. Lou and Martha Jander, friends of LSS, who are graciously assisting in relief efforts in West. Make sure to have a look at their photo feed. West, Texas: On the Rebound—A City with Hope by Martha S. Jander Lou and I…
Posted by Scott Carroll on Thursday, April 25th, 2013West, Texas – Update, Volunteer Sign-Ups
Sarah Williams of LSS Disaster Response (LSSDR) has been on the scene and working in West, Texas, following the disastrous explosion of April 18. We appreciate Sarah for her ongoing work in the trenches in West, and for keeping us informed with the following report and update: Thus far, LSS…
Posted by Scott Carroll on Wednesday, April 24th, 2013Adoption Reunification: Tessa’s Story
It may not be widely known that LSS provides adoption search and reunion services. When one member of the “adoption triad” (adult adoptee/birth parent/adoptive family) initiates a search for another member, it may be an adult adoptee searching for a birth parent, a birth parent searching for an adult adoptee, or…
Posted by Lonni Swanson on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013Update from West, Texas – Monday, April 22, 2013
LSS Disaster Response case managers Sarah Williams and Margery Marshall are currently working in West as part of a broader effort by VOAD organizations to provide assistance to those in need. A Joint Assistance Center (JAC) has been set up where VOAD and other responders can congregate and meet with…
Posted by Scott Carroll on Monday, April 22nd, 2013West, Texas Explosion – Day 2
As you know, the small town of West, Texas is reeling after the huge explosion at the fertilizer plant. Many of you have asked how you can help, and the LSS Disaster Response (LSSDR) team is working diligently to identify the affected families and the best ways to assist them….
Posted by Scott Carroll on Friday, April 19th, 2013West, Texas – LSS Disaster Response
Many are asking us today if LSS Disaster Response will have a role in the aftermath of last night’s fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, which has resulted in loss of life and widespread property damage. At this time, less than 24 hours after the explosion, emergency first responders continue…
Posted by Scott Carroll on Thursday, April 18th, 2013Krause Happenings: Celebrating Easter & Welcoming Red Lobster
[by Tawana Goodwin, Director of Volunteers, Krause Children's Center] Celebrating Easter at Krause On Easter Sunday, the gym at the Krause Children’s Center rang out with music, as the youth and adult choirs from the Kainos Community Church performed and celebrated Easter at the Krause Center. The optional service gave…
Posted by Lonni Swanson on Tuesday, April 16th, 2013INCREASE INCOME … AND HELP ABUSED CHILDREN
By David Kahle, LSS Senior Vice President for Agency Advancement It’s that time of year when you can no longer put off thinking about personal finances. Getting tax information together naturally causes everyone to think about getting more organized (and getting smarter!) about their money matters and investments. Recently, I…
Posted by Lonni Swanson on Friday, April 12th, 2013LSS Chosen By DFPS as Region 3 Assessment Services Provider
April 10, 2013 [AUSTIN, TX] – Lutheran Social Services of the South (LSS) has been chosen by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to provide the full spectrum of assessment services for children in the DFPS Region 3 area of Texas. Region 3 is comprised of 19…
Posted by Scott Carroll on Wednesday, April 10th, 2013