Disaster Ministries
A caring Christian presence in the aftermath of disaster
Give
Give to the NC Storm Response Fund.
Prepare
Create a plan and build a disaster kit.
Train
Learn how to prepare and respond to a disaster.
Serve
Send a team, help in the Call Center, or MERCI.
Hurricane Helene Disaster Response
Our hearts and prayers are with the people of Western North Carolina and across the Southeast in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s devastating flooding and severe weather. Learn how you can help support disaster relief efforts.
California Wildfires
Our hearts and prayers are with the people of California impacted by the devastating wildfires. View the latest disaster response updates from the California-Pacific Conference.
Disaster Response Efforts
California-Pacific Conference
Support the relief efforts in Los Angeles following devastating fires.
NC Conference
Serve in Columbus County to help families who had not received assistance following several hurricanes.
Western NC Conference
Support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western NC.
Give. Volunteer. Prepare.
NC Conference Disaster Ministries needs your help and your support as we work to rebuild homes, communities, and lives in the wake of recent disasters.
The Stormcast
Stories of generosity in the midst of disaster. Listen to episodes of the NC Conference Disaster Ministries podcast.
Partners
Latest Posts
Disaster Ministries Training Academy
Learn how to manage a site and/or deployment of volunteers, make initial assessments for early response needs, different response needs and activities related to wildfires, and more! Join us for a two-part training academy for certified Early Response Team members and team leaders at MERCI in Goldsboro, NC, on April 12 and May 3. Schedule…
Severe Weather Preparedness Week 2025
March 2 – 8, 2025, is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in North Carolina. Severe weather can include tornadoes, thunderstorms, floods, high winds, and winter weather. Some of these types of disasters can occur without much warning. We’ve compiled resources and tips below to help you and your church prepare for severe weather. We also encourage…
Strengthening Disaster Response in Western North Carolina
Brian Mateer, the Director of Missional Engagement and Disaster Response Coordinator, and Al Miller, Director of Disaster Ministries for Hurricane Helene for the Western NC Conference expressed gratitude for the partnership between the NC Conference and the Western NC Conference in assisting the people of Western NC in their recovery from Hurricane Helene. Over the…
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Winter Weather Preparation Resources
Temperatures have begun to drop in North Carolina as we enter the winter season. While our winter weather varies across the state, it is important to create a plan and prepare your home. Here are a few steps and resources to help you as you prepare: Create a Plan Create an emergency plan with your…
We Need Your Help: Check Cleaning Kits at MERCI for Future Disaster Relief
Thank you to all who have packed and delivered cleaning kits for Hurricane Helene relief in Western North Carolina. Due to the amazing work of NC Conference United Methodists and other organizations, we no longer need cleaning kits at this time. However, we need to ensure that the kits we have on hand are complete…
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NC Conference Disaster Ministries Opens Recovery Center in Columbus County
Our hearts and prayers continue to be with the people in Western NC Conference as they begin the long road to recovery from Hurricane Helene. In Eastern North Carolina, we understand the devastating impact natural disasters have on our communities and the long road to recovery. While we have not had significant damage following Hurricane…
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