GO INTO ALL THE WORLD AND PREACH THE GOOD NEWS TO ALL CREATION. | MARK 16:15
LCGS: Committed to Local, National, and International Outreach
At LCGS, we believe outreach is central to our calling as followers of Christ. Inspired by Acts 1:8, we are committed to being His witnesses—starting in our local community, extending across the nation, and reaching the world. Our mission is to share the love of Jesus in both word and action, bringing hope and transformation wherever God calls us.
We recognize that outreach is not just the responsibility of missionaries or church staff, but of every believer. Whether through serving our neighbors, supporting national relief efforts, or partnering with international ministries, we are dedicated to making a lasting impact.
Not everyone can travel far, but everyone can participate. You can pray for those serving, contribute financially, or volunteer in local outreach programs. Every act of kindness, every prayer, and every effort helps advance God’s kingdom.
At LCGS, outreach is more than an event—it’s a way of life. We invite you to join us in sharing the love of Christ and living out His mission in our community, across our nation, and around the world. Together, we can make a difference.
Local
As of June 1, 2025, Community’s Child has closed its shelter facility and now operates Homeless Prevention and Assistance Programs through its Hope Community Center, as well as the Infant Pantry and Extensive Food Distribution program they operate supplying the South Bay with food. Through this expansion Community’s Child serves a broader range of individuals in need—including women, children, families, and seniors—through services including homeless prevention, housing placement, and ongoing support.
All programs are offered at the:
Hope Community Center
18807 Crenshaw Place, Torrance, CA 90504
With the support of community partners, local resources, and dedicated volunteers, Community’s Child provides practical help and hope to those facing housing and food insecurity. To learn more, refer someone in need, or volunteer, please contact: (310) 538-6831 or visit their website https://www.communityschild.org/.
For over 30 years, Harbor Interfaith has been working to empower the homeless and the working poor to achieve self-sufficiency. This is done by providing support services including shelter, transitional housing, food, job placement, advocacy, childcare, education, and life-skills training. In the last few years, Harbor Interfaith worked closely with the cities of Redondo Beach and Torrance to create and staff transitional housing communities where the unhoused can be placed temporarily. Once the individual is settled, Harbor Interfaith works closely with local and county officials on obtaining the services needed to transition to permanent housing.
Harbor Interfaith relies on community support as well as community participation. To learn more about this organization, please use the following link https://www.harborinterfaith.org/.
In addition to providing spiritual support, this church has become an integral part of the Compton community by giving groceries (and meals) to those in need. LCGS has been partnering with this church for over 10 years and is amazed at the work the Pastor Samuel Nieva is doing to better the lives of those in his community. To find out how to support Pastor Samuel, please contact him at 424-403-4045 or pueblodedioslutheran@gmail.com.
South Bay Village is dedicated to keeping seniors in Torrance in their home with the help of volunteers. In addition to financial support, the organization is in need volunteers to work in their office as well as assist seniors with various tasks including transportation for appointments and errands as well as minor home repairs. To find out more about this organization, please visit their website at http://www.sbvill.org/.
National
Habitat for Humanity is a nationwide organization dedicated to making homeownership possible for low-income, hardworking families and individuals.
Since 1990, the Los Angeles County chapter of this organization has built, rehabilitated, or repaired over 1,000 houses in neighborhoods all across greater Los Angeles. The congregation of LCGS have been working with this organization for over 20 years and have assisted in the construction of numerous homes. For more information on the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity, please visit their website at https://www.habitatla.org.
International
Located in Tecate Mexico, Rancho la Paloma serves as a link between the local community, charitable organizations, and volunteers who want to improve the quality of life for those living in the Tecate area. One of their primary objectives is to build homes for impoverished families living in the area. Each Spring, LCGS volunteers spend four days in Mexico constructing a home for a family in need. LCGS has been working with Rancho la Paloma since 2012 and has built 13 homes.
Volunteers are encouraged to join us in this vital work. Whether you are an experienced builder or someone who has never swung a hammer before, there is a place for you on our team. Together, we can construct a better world, one home at a time. If you are interested in participating in one of our trips, please contact us at gwilton@lcgs.net.
For more information on other Rancho la Paloma initiatives, please visit their website at https://rancholapaloma.org.
Smile Africa Ministries (SAM) originated in 1996 as a family compassion project of Pastor Ruth Kahawa, who was concerned about those infected with HIV/AIDS. At that time there was a great stigma towards people with HIV and Pastor Ruth saw how many of them were suffering alone. She and her family started visiting the sick giving them clothes, blankets, utensils, soap, sugar, and just spending time with them.
Located in the village of Bison, near Tororo, SAM has evolved and is a safe haven for vulnerable children who receive education, nutrition, medical care, and learn about the teachings of Jesus Christ. SAM also empowers women through support groups and offers vocational training in hairdressing, welding, baking, and tailoring to young adults. Since its conception SAM has helped over 10,000 women, more than 12,000 children and thousands of families.
LCGS has been supporting SAM since 2007 and has contributed to various projects including the construction of a water tower and an administration office building. In addition, after going on a mission trip to Uganda, a member of our congregation, Michael de la Rocha, became a missionary in 2009 and moved to Uganda to support the efforts of SAM. He married his wife Sylvia in 2011 and has four children. If you are interested in supporting Michael and his family, please contact him at michaelfulcruminchrist@gmail.com.
For more information about SAM, please visit their website at https://www.smileafrica.us/.