Sharing our Story

As part of the 2022 Synod Assembly, the following videos were commissioned by the Rocky Mountain Synod, ELCA to share the stories of CTS Survivors and our community, and the ministry response that we have created. Created by Mary Stoneback of Stoneback Media.

Marshall Fire: Perspectives - 2022 Synod Assembly from Rocky Mountain Synod, ELCA on Vimeo.

Marshall Fire: Chrysalis Initiative - Synod Assembly 2022 from Rocky Mountain Synod, ELCA on Vimeo.

Support our Marshall Fire Survivors

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As our community recovers, we continue to need volunteer support in a variety of ways:

Volunteer with the Chrysalis Initiative:

• Responding to direct survivor requests
• Supporting CTS Chrysalis Initiative programs and events
• Contact us at [email protected]. ​

Ongoing needs in our congregation's faith life:

• Volunteer in worship: be a greeter, serve communion or read prayers
• Contact Marissa to be a Caring Adult at youth events

Chrysalis Programs

Chrysalis Companion Program

Survivors most impacted can choose to be paired with a CTS companion to walk alongside you, and facilitate support and access to resources through the CTS Community. If you are a survivor and would like to be matched with a companion, or are willing to be a companion for another community member, please contact Marissa Seuc-Hester.

Marshall Fire Designated Fund

Donate to the Marshall Fire Fund

Request Funds

The CTS Marshall Fire Designated Fund (MFDF) has been established to respond to the needs of survivors of the Marshall Fire. Learn more about collection and distribution in our policies.  Questions can be directed to [email protected].  Thank you for your generosity.

Resources for Survivors

Blessing and Prayer Bank

Pastor Steph is offering a collection of video prayers as we move through different stages of grief and recovery. Access all prayers, blessings, and worship information here as we recovery as a faith community. 

Community Resources

• To receive volunteer help, meals, and assistance with other tasks, please contact Whitney
• Resources for Rebuilding, Insurance and Goods Replacement
• Mental Health and Trauma Resources

Meet the Chrysalis Initiative Team

Chrysalis Initiative Leadership Team

CTS Care Ministry Leader: Bonnie Brandl
Council Liaison: Glen Roberts
Expert on Trauma and Disasters: Cindy Hodge
Staff: Marissa Seuc-Hester

Chrysalis Initiative Team

Chrysalis Companion Program: ​Marissa Seuc-Hester
Volunteer Coordinator: Whitney Hillestad
Marshall Fire Designated Fund: Randy Geist
Resources and Data Collection: Jennifer Niemann
Subject Matter Expert Coordinator: Don Morris