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.
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
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…
Tropical Storm Debby Update: August 12
NC Conference Disaster Ministries has connected with contacts across the Conference to assess needs and damages following Tropical Storm Debby. So far, impacts have been localized damage. If your church or parsonage sustained damage from the storm, please contact your District Superintendent (DS) and District Disaster Response Coordinator (DDRC). If your community was impacted, please…
Tropical Storm Debby Update: August 9
Disaster Ministries is assessing storm damages and needs following Tropical Storm Debby. We continue to pray for all who have been impacted by the storm. If your church or parsonage sustained damage from the storm, please contact your District Superintendent (DS) and District Disaster Response Coordinator (DDRC). If your community was impacted, please contact your…
Tropical Storm Debby Update: Ways You Can Help Serve After a Disaster
We continue praying for all those impacted by Tropical Storm Debby. Disaster Ministries will continue to monitor potential paths and forecasts. We want to share some ways that you can help serve following a storm. We will share updates as more information becomes available and needs arise. Disaster Call Center We will most likely need…
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