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.

Training Academy

Grow your Early Response Team skills and disaster response preparedness at the Training Academy, May 1–2 in Goldsboro. Register by April 22.

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Latest Posts

Tarp Day

August 5, 2021

Early Response Teams and churches are invited to attend NC Conference Disaster Ministries’ Tarp Day on August 21, 2021, at MERCI from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM to create and Continue Reading→
Early Response Team Training for Islamic Relief USA

July 26, 2021

NC Conference Disaster Ministries and Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA) developed a partnership following Hurricane Matthew in 2016. Several teams from IRUSA volunteered in eastern North Carolina to assist with recovery Continue Reading→
COVID-19 Response Survey

June 24, 2021

Disaster Ministries would like to know what outreach projects churches in the NC Conference of The UMC have been a part of in response to the pandemic. Please complete the Continue Reading→
Hurricane Preparedness Week 2021

May 4, 2021

May 9-15, 2021 is Hurricane Preparedness Week. Here are a few resources to help you prepare for the upcoming hurricane season: Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for Continue Reading→
Churches Host Vaccination Clinics

April 20, 2021

Over the past year, churches have found ways to help local communities during the pandemic through food distribution programs and remote learning spaces for students. As COVID-19 response efforts continue, Continue Reading→
Disaster Ministries Volunteers at COVID-19 Community Vaccination Clinics

April 13, 2021

As a part of our mission to be a caring Christian presence in the aftermath of disaster, we have found ways to expand our disaster recovery and relief efforts to Continue Reading→
Flood Preparedness

March 25, 2021

Here are a few steps you can take to prepare for flooding and severe weather: Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and Continue Reading→
Thunderstorm Preparedness

March 17, 2021

Throughout the month of March, we will share resources and tips on how to prepare your family and home for severe weather. Here are a few steps you can take Continue Reading→
Tornado Preparedness

March 11, 2021

March 7 – 13, 2021 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in North Carolina. Throughout the month of March, we will share resources and tips on how to prepare your family Continue Reading→