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
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Ending Well in Columbus County & Preparing for Future Response
As we look ahead, NC Conference Disaster Ministries is realigning its operations in November, following the peak of hurricane season, to enhance long-term sustainability and our commitment to readiness, recovery, Continue Reading→
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Disaster Ministries Responds: Helping Saxapahaw UMC Recover
Disaster struck Saxapahaw United Methodist Church—but help came swiftly. Through NC Conference Disaster Ministries, the connectional church showed up to make a real difference. As the work continues, we are Continue Reading→
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Join Us Thursday to Support Ongoing Flood Recovery
We are grateful for the quick response from churches and organizations serving at Saxapahaw UMC this past week to help the church begin recovery following severe flooding from Tropical Storm Continue Reading→
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Support Communities Impacted by Flooding
Recent heavy rains and flash flooding have caused significant damage in parts of our Conference, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Durham, and Orange Counties. Homes, churches, and neighborhoods face cleanup and Continue Reading→
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2025 Hurricane Season is Here – Is Your Church Ready?
Be storm-ready with practical tools for your congregation. Download a local church disaster plan template, explore resources, and training opportunities to help you prepare for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Continue Reading→
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Psychological First Aid Training Courses
Psychological First Aid for Disaster Response Workers International Orthodox Christian Charities, North Carolina Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, and the Crisis Training Center are hosting a Psychological First Aid training Continue Reading→
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Wildfire Awareness Month
May is National Wildfire Awareness Month. While wildfires may seem more common in western states, recent dry spells and changing weather patterns have made our region increasingly vulnerable. Here are Continue Reading→
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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 Continue Reading→
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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 Continue Reading→
Ready to Make an Impact?
Give today to help get people back in their homes! 100% goes to NC Storm Response.