LERT certifies volunteers to FEMA standards, and makes them eligible for access to federal disaster sites. Across Missouri, these trained volunteers are ready to step in when the unthinkable happens. The district’s goal is to have teams in every pocket of Missouri, so LERT volunteers can serve locally, without the need for travel or extensive lodging.
These 6 to 8 hour trainings are $35 and include lunch and a LERT vest. These courses will cover:
- An introduction to the LCMS Disaster Response program
- Congregation preparedness
- Lutheran Early Response Teams
Anyone can attend the training session but only LCMS members who are 18 years or older, however, receive certification as LCMS volunteers.
To sign up for anyone of these LERT training classes go to https://www.lcms.org/form/lert-volunteer-info You will need to insert the four digit code number on the form corresponding to the class that you would like to attend. You will also be asked to upload a photo of yourself which will put on your badge.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 24
Redeemer in Springfield (Code # 0018)
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 24
Trinity in Cape Girardeau (Code#0020)
Fall (dates TBD)
Heits Point – (Code# 0019)
Includes optional chain saw certification and first aid, to sign up for these, end your name, address, phone number, location of LERT training and which class you are signing up for by email to pastorschultz@att.net.