Lutheran Social Service of Illinois (LSSI) has served in our state since 1867. It is one of the largest nonprofit, statewide social service providers and welcomes and serves people from diverse backgrounds. Critical social and human services include foster care, mental health services, alcohol and drug treatment, affordable senior housing, home care services for older adults, and residential programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our congregation, in partnership with our Tri-Church congregations, works with this organization to celebrate the birthdays of men in one of the LSSI group homes. Funding for some organizations, like LSSI, has been cut, making our support even more important. Please join the Congregation Council in supporting this Lutheran organization with a generous donation to the St. John’s Special Offering initiative in September.