Outreach Ministries

• Smithfield Elementary

  

  Living Saviour Lutheran Church works closely with Smithfield Elementary to support needs that are not met by school budgets. We also assist them with emergency needs, such as clothing for the students who are homeless, in foster care or those who come from homes where the child does not own appropriate clothing – example: seasonal shoes and attire.  Underwear for all sizes is also requested as they frequently have to launder clothing for children who have accidents during the school day.

  Additionally, we strive to honor the teachers and aides who give their talents to this school. We pack tote bags for each teacher/aide and have breakfast for them the week before school starts to distribute the bags. We fill their totes with tissues, hand sanitizer, sanitizing wipes, printer paper, large sticky notes, markers, etc. Bins have been placed in the entry and labeled “SMITHFIELD SPECIAL NEEDS” along with two bins for food donations.

  If you are interested and available to donate your time, there is a need for additional volunteers!

  School Contacts:
  + Wendy Culp, Counselor
  + Jasmine Knight, Counselor
  + Marleen, School Administrator

  Church Contact:
  + Kathy DeLoache

   

• Quilting Ministry

  Members of Living Saviour Lutheran Church gather together on a regular basis to design and sew quilts that WELCA (Women of the ELCA) donates to Lutheran World Relief which then go to impoverished around the globe including warn torn countries and areas affected by natural disasters. Volunteers are always needed and welcome to join at any time! A bin to contribute materials for the quilts is located near the church entrance.

  Church Contact:
  + Alice Jenkins

• Lutheroad Summer Camp

  Lutheroad Day Camps are a taste of summer camp right here at home! A group of Lutheridge counselors, along with adult volunteers, offer day camp sessions to church members as well as community children. Some of the special resources their staff bring include: music, arts and crafts, games, and Bible study. They also bring a great love of children and a contagious enthusiasm for sharing their faith. Having cool college kids witness to the power of Jesus’ love in their lives leaves a lasting impression with children and they are super fun to be around!

  This ministry comes to Living Saviour Lutheran Church during the month of July.  The counselors actually spend the night at LSLC, and we provide them with meals. Donations for scholarships are needed as well as volunteers to support the counselors with their activities!

  2025 Lutheroad Camp Information

  Dates: Monday, July 27 – Friday, August 1
  Schedule: Monday-Thursday is 9:00am to 4:00pm. Friday ends at 12:-00pm after a closing program for families.
  Cost for Members and Returning Campers: $70 for the week
  Cost for Non-Members: $80 for the week

  Please complete the registration form below:

  + ENGLISH
  + UKRAINIAN
  + RUSSIAN
  + SPANISH

  Church Contact:
  + Russell Hinson

• First Tuesday Coffee

  Volunteers from Living Saviour Lutheran Church provide coffee and a small breakfast goodie to anyone who stops by on the first Tuesday of each month. Neighbors come from nearby, and we have even had a school bus stop by for the connection and gift!

  Church Contact:
  + Franke DeLoache

• Weekend Grocery Pick Up

  Donations from a local Harris Teeter location are taken to the Men’s Shelter or Salvation Army Women’s Shelter by volunteers from Living Saviour Lutheran Church. Donations are ready to be loaded and need only be loaded and delivered.

  Church Contact:
  + Franke DeLoache

• Project Outpour

  Project Outpour provides free mobile shower access and hygiene services to individuals who are moving through homelessness. They accept washcloths, towels, and clean clothes for the summer months.

  Church Contact:
  + Linda Poley

• Shelter Ministry

  Living Saviour Lutheran Church participates in Roof Above’s annual Room In The Inn program to house neighbors experiencing homelessness Sunday nights December through March. The Shelter team has many opportunities to serve including: meals, transportation, laundry, and more. Even our youngest members can help make beds after worship during our shelter season!

  Church Contact:
  + Alice Jenkins

• Scouting America

  Living Saviour  Lutheran Church has sponsored Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) for many years. Are you looking for a Scouting experience here? Below are current opportunities to get your child involved with the active and educational world of Scouting!

  Cub Scout Pack 265: Kindergarten through 5th Grade Boys and Girls

  Learn to become great citizens, and enjoy age appropriate trips, lessons and service projects!

  • Weekly den meetings during the school year, Tuesdays at 6:45pm.
  • Monthly meetings during the school year, usually the 4th Tuesday of the month, at 6:45pm. Includes fun activities, such as making and launching rockets and the annual Pinewood Derby race!
  • Camping a minimum of twice a year, with family welcome to join in on the trips. Age appropriate day or overnight camping opportunities for more intense Scouting experiences.
  • Annual dues cover Cub Scout handbook, neckerchief, recognition awards, Pinewood Derby car kits.

   

  Questions? Contact Eric Forster, Pack 265 Committee Chairman at ejforster@att.net.

  
  Boy Scout Troop 165: Rising 6th Graders through 18 year olds

  • Meet Mondays, year round, at 7:00pm.
  • Camping and hiking, many other activities.

   

  For more information contact John Froeb, froeb@earthlink.net or Jeremy Early, Scoutmaster, jeremyearlytrailworks@gmail.com.

  
  Church Contact:
  + Eric Forster

• Prescription Bottle Collection

  Living Saviour Lutheran Church collects clean prescription bottles that are used for animal shelters and by Living Saviour Lutheran Preschool. Please remove all labels before placing in the labeled drawer in the fellowship hall.

  Church Contact:
  + Linda Hatcher

We appreciate your generations donations, but the following are NOT being accepted at this time:

• Can pop-tops for Ronald McDonald House.
• Eyeglasses for the Lions Club
• Clothing for Crisis Assistance Ministry

CRISIS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY

Crisis Assistance Ministry manages the Emergency Financial Assistance Program, providing aid to people who are in danger of being evicted or losing their utility connection through direct payments to housing and utility companies. Due to the current downturn in the nation’s economy, more people in our community have been forced to turn to Crisis Ministry for this financial assistance, placing a severe strain on available resources and forcing Crisis Ministry to turn away needy families.

Will you prayerfully consider a monetary gift to this valuable ministry? We are not accepting clothing donations at this time.

You can mail your tax-deductible check to 500-A Spratt St., Charlotte, NC 28206 or contribute online at www.crisisassistance.org.