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Cultivate Justice (Page 3)

Outreach and Community in Omaha

Malachi Black served last year as an LVC Volunteer at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Omaha, Nebraska. When asked about why he was drawn to LVC after college, he said that he was searching for something more than just a job. He quotes, “I wanted to be challenged in every aspect of my life and the concept of intentional community really drew me into the program.” Currently, Malachi still serves on staff at Grace as Outreach Coordinator. Recently, he was interviewed on the podcast Things That Matter, which is the official podcast of the Nebraska Synod ELCA. You can listen to the podcast here, and read more from Malachi aboutRead More →

2016-06-27
By: Martin Luther
On: June 27, 2016
In: Alumni Profile, Featured, Leader Letter, Uncategorized
Tagged: alum, Community, Cultivate Justice, ELCA, Leader Letter, Living LVC Values, Omaha, serve, Volunteer

Reflections of an LVC Second Year Volunteer

Amanda Kirsch is a Second Year LVC Volunteer in Washington, DC. She has spent both of her years in Washington serving at Brainfood, a youth-development organization that uses cooking a food as tools to promote healthy living in a safe environment. Below, Amanda shares her reflections after almost two years of living in intentional community, journeying to an inclusive community, and serving at Brainfood.   Like many Volunteers, I came to LVC as a recent college graduate ready to discover. My college experience had challenged me to integrate my faith and learning and to seek ways to live and work accordingly. With a mission toRead More →

2016-04-28
By: Martin Luther
On: April 28, 2016
In: Food Justice, Leader Letter, Newsletter, Volunteer Profile
Tagged: Community, Cultivate Justice, Food Justice, Leader Letter, Living LVC Values, Recipe, Volunteer, Washington DC

Food Justice in Milwaukee

Combine your passion for sustainable agriculture with a desire to serve and learn. Apply to be part of Lutheran Volunteer Corps’ Food Justice House in Milwaukee! Beginning in August 2016, LVC will place Volunteers in five Milwaukee urban agriculture projects to increase the communities’ capacity to produce and distribute fresh produce. You could be one of those Volunteers! Check out Food Justice placements here! The Food Justice (FJ) Volunteers will live together in an LVC house in Milwaukee and serve at different urban agricultural projects in the Harambee and Lindsay Heights neighborhoods. The five organizations we currently anticipate serving as the FJ sites are: All Peoples ChurchRead More →

2015-10-02
By: Martin Luther
On: October 2, 2015
In: Esprit de Corps, Food Justice, Newsletter
Tagged: Cultivate Justice, Food Justice, Milwaukee, Volunteer
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The impact of the Lutheran Volunteer Corps is made possible through a powerful partnership among placement organizations, dedicated fellows, and generous supporters. Our placement partners are mentors and collaborators who provide fellows with opportunities to engage in meaningful work. Fellows bring energy and fresh perspective to their roles.At the heart of LVC, the fellows choose to live intentionally, serve wholeheartedly, and grow spiritually and personally throughout their year. Their courage to step into unfamiliar spaces, embrace challenge, and live out their values inspires transformation. The guidance and support they receive help them deepen their understanding of service.None of this would be possible without the unwavering support of our donors, who help us sustain meaningful change. Your generosity ensures that this work continues. Together, we are building a stronger community every year.Apply Here to Become a Fellow>>> lutheranvolunteercorps.org/the-program/#Apply Here to Become a Placement Partner >>> lutheranvolunteercorps.org/the-program/# ... See MoreSee Less

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Little Friends For Peace (LFFP) is a powerful force for good in the D.C. community. Their mission is to break the cycle of violence by teaching people how to live with peace at the center of their lives. Through after-school Peace Clubs, summer Peace Camps, and in-school programs, Little Friends for Peace reaches thousands of kids and adults every year.🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️Little Friends For Peace started as a small neighborhood program and has since grown to reach communities around the world. Founders MJ and Jerry remain actively involved, teaching peace both here at home and abroad. The legacy of Little Friends for Peace is a powerful movement centered on healing, love, and justice.👥As a placement partner, Lutheran Volunteer Corps (LVC) places fellows at incredible organizations like LFFP. As a Fellow, you’ll dive right in, helping run peace camps, leading workshops, and mentoring kids and adults. LVC will actively support you on this journey of making a difference during your year of service. Lutheran Volunteer Corps is a vibrant community that gives our fellows support and connections to help their careers thrive. So come along and join the Lutheran Volunteer Corps >>> lutheranvolunteercorps.org/volunteer/ You’re in for a life-changing ride! 🕊 ... See MoreSee Less

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