Lutheran Social Services Disaster Response
(formerly Lutheran Disaster Response)

Resources for Clergy

Responding to a disaster also means taking care of yourself. You are
needed for the "long haul." ... Even Christ withdrew from the crowds at times.

• Congregational checklist of things to do
• Interview form for contacting congregation members
• Care for the caregiver
• 10 Suggestions for preaching after a disaster
• Too much, too ugly, too fast
• Helpful websites

Handouts

• The Unique Role of the Church in Disaster
• Emotional First Aid
• Spiritual Care
• Congregation - When Disaster Strikes

You may download any of the resources as needed.