In 2019, Hurricane Dorian caused severe flooding on the island of Ocracoke that measured much higher than previous storms, like Hurricane Matthew in 2016. Ocracoke UMC suffered damage in several […]
Updates
Disaster Preparation for Older Adults
Here are a few steps you or caregivers can take to help older adults prepare for natural disasters: Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational […]
Volunteers Needed for Disaster Recovery in Western NC
Tropical Storm Fred caused catastrophic flooding in western NC, particularly in Haywood, Buncombe, and Transylvania counties. Churches in those counties from the Western NC Conference of The UMC stepped up […]
Volunteers Needed to help with Parsonage Repair
Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity? We are in need of volunteers to help repair damage in a parsonage in the Sanford Circuit. Teams of up to 12 are […]
Fire Prevention
October 3 – 9, 2021 is National Fire Prevention Week. Here are a few steps you can take to prepare for home fires and wildfires: Disclaimer: The information provided in […]
Volunteers Needed in the Western NC Conference
In August, Tropical Storm Fred entered the Western NC Conference of The United Methodist Church. The Cruso and Canton areas in Haywood County received over 16 inches of rain within […]