Disaster Ministries serves as a caring Christian presence in the aftermath of disaster, fostering partnerships between United Methodists and others to help rebuild homes, communities, and lives. Our Conference offers training courses from the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) to help staff, churches, and volunteers learn how to prepare and respond to disasters.
Early Response Team Certification
Early Response Teams (ERT) help make homes safe and sanitary after a natural disaster. Register for an upcoming course below to learn how to muck out homes, tarp roofs, and safely remove debris.
Basic ERT Classes: Cost $30
If you would like to schedule a class, please contact Ann Huffman at ahuffman@nccumc.org or 888-440-9167.
ERT 200 Recertification Classes: Cost $20
January 9, 2021 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM for the Sound District
ERT badge holders whose badges have expired on or more recently than, January, 1, 2020, may register for this class. A Zoom invitation will be sent upon registration for the class.
Connecting Neighbors
Learn how to prepare congregations, churches, and communities for disasters by registering for UMCOR’s Connecting Neighbors course.
We are now offering a Spanish translated Connecting Neighbors course. To find out more information about Trabajando Juntos, contact Sandra Velez at 888-440-9167 or ayuda@nccumc.org.
Contact Ann Huffman at 888-440-9167 or ahuffman@nccumc.org for more information about our training courses.