Disaster Ministries
A caring Christian presence in the aftermath of disaster
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.
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.
Disaster Response Efforts
We encourage teams to consider UMCOR supported out-of-conference requests for assistance. If you choose to respond to one of these out-of-conference invitations, please notify the NC Conference Disaster Response Coordinator, Ann Huffman.
California-Pacific Conference
Support the relief efforts in Hawaii following devastating fires.
Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference
Support the tornado response efforts in the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference.
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
United in Mission: Bringing Relief to Those in Need
Hear how laypeople and pastors across the Conference are coming together to build cleaning kits to assist those in need in Western NC. https://vimeo.com/1015423046 Want to Build an UMCOR Cleaning Kit? We encourage you to help build cleaning kits or gather kit supplies at your church! Several churches across the Conference are serving as collection…
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Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts: Join Us in Building Cleaning Kits
Thank you for your ongoing prayers and support for the people of Western North Carolina and the Southeast following Hurricane Helene. Here are a few ways you can help support Hurricane Helene disaster relief efforts: UMCOR Kits The Western NC Conference needs UMCOR cleaning kits to distribute in their community. We are collecting kits to…
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United in Support: How You Can Help After Hurricane Helene
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. NC Conference Disaster Ministries has been in touch with the Western NC Conference of The United Methodist Church to discuss how we can assist with their disaster relief…
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Hurricane Helene: Ways You Can Prepare for Severe Weather
Disaster Ministries is monitoring forecasts and paths for Hurricane Helene. Please pray for all those in the storm’s path. Stay up to date with the latest weather updates from the National Hurricane Center and the National Weather Service in Morehead City, Raleigh, and Wilmington. Here are ways you can prepare your home and church for…
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Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 Update: September 17
We are praying for all who were impacted by the recent storm. Disaster Ministries is evaluating storm damage and needs across the Conference following Potential Tropical Cyclone 8. If your church sustained damages, please contact your District Superintendent (DS) and District Disaster Response Coordinator (DDRC). If your community was impacted, please contact your DS, DDRC,…
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National Preparedness Month 2024
September is National Preparedness Month! This year’s theme is “Start a Conversation.” Here are some ways that you can start the conversation and begin preparing: 📋 Plan Ahead Develop an emergency plan with your family. Discuss what types of disasters may impact you and your community. Know where emergency shelters are located and your evacuation…
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