LUCERNE, Calif. – First Lutheran Church in Lucerne will continue to respond to community need by opening the Food Cupboard Wednesday from 1 to 2 p.m.

The cupboard has food, clothing, toiletries and cleaning supplies available inside for those in need. 

Beginning at 10 a.m., pet food will be distributed from the parking lot. Much of the donated animal food comes from Orphan Dog, a Lake County-based animal rescue group.

When residents returned from evacuation, many discovered that pet food supplies had been ruined by ants and smoke.

"We care for all of God's creation," Pastor Chris DelCol Monday said while explaining that in addition to human needs, cat and dog food along with pet treats will be distributed.

Donations help provide for this need human and animal needs donations have come from areas outside the county. Monetary donations can be made to First Lutheran by visiting www.flclucerne.org.

First Lutheran Church is located at 3863 Country Club Drive, Lucerne.