Lutheran Social Services (LSS) of MN

Urgent Need for Refugees

Lutheran Social Services is working on immediate resettlement of 9 families (37 people) arriving between now and April 20th. LSS needs to be able to furnish a house or apartment for each of these 9 families - which is a large task. There is an immediate need for furniture and household items to create a welcoming home for these refugee families. 

How you can help: 

Check out the LSS Refugee Services target registry to purchases household items to stock the new homes for these families.  If you have any of the following larger furniture items that you are willing to donate, please contact LSS directly by emailing Kara Barkman.

• Beds (frames, mattresses, and box springs)
• Dressers
• Bookshelves
• Dining Tables
• Dining chairs
• Couches/loveseats/comfy chairs
• Side tables
• Lamps
• Bedding (sheet sets, quilts/blankets, pillows)

LSS is also looking for assistance with move-in days for these families, if you would like to volunteer to help with moving contact Deacon Savannah.

World Refugee Day Celebration

June 13, 2023 6:30pm at the Center for Changing Lives (2400 Park Ave S, Minneapolis)

Join Lutheran Social Services for their World Refugee Day Celebration. Listen to music and storytelling, enjoy tea and treats and learn about additional opportunities for action!

Suggested donation $30.  Proceeds support the work of LSS Refugee Services

Immanuel has been blessed by the Circle of Welcome program helping Afghan refugees with resettlement.  Learn more!

Immanuel supports the work of LSS by:

• Giving financial support through Benevolence dollars and designated giving.
• Supporting youth at Rezek House (transitional housing in St Paul) with Christmas Gifts
• Sending Camp Noah teams to communities affected by disaster

Opportunities to volunteer with LSS include:

• Neighbor to Neighbor Companions - Provide visits to assist older adults to remain living independently in their own homes
• Training and Education Center Assistants - assist the lead trainer and participants during job skills courses, provide general computer assistance, share your work experience and expertise during classes, help with resume and mock interviews and share encouragement.
• Refugee Support
• Foster Grandparent

For more information on these and many other volunteer opportunities please visit: LSS Volunteer Opportunities

Contact Kelly Kautz with your questions.