THE DOG HOUSE - April 2021 Newsletter

From newborn to 105, Lizzie, Luke, and Peace met some of God’s amazing people March 2-3. We started our visit with the staff and students at St. Luke’s church and school in Oviedo. The next day we began our day with special friends at Luther Haven retirement community, including Ms. Inez celebrating 105 years of blessings. Our second stop was at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer. They sponsor a maternity home where young mothers receive love and education in a Christian circle of support. We then headed to the Florida/Georgia district offices to say hello and “thank you” for their loving support. Dr. Greg Walton is a wonderful partner in the Comfort Dog ministry. We ended the day at Trinity Downtown Orlando’s midweek Lenten service.

On Monday, March 8, Lizzie and Zoara (Island Lutheran - Hilton Head) responded to an emergency site visit request from Bluffton High School, to be present with the students and staff after a beloved student was tragically killed in a shooting. The school administration, teachers, counselors, and support staff came together to be there for one another and their students. We were there with a calming and comforting presence to help the students relax and have conversations about their friend DJ.

None of this would be possible without the support and prayers of our congregation.