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An Encouragement for January
Communications theorists suggest that … words create worlds. This idea is formally known as the Constructionist Principle. It suggests that reality, as we know it, is a subjective vs. objective […] Continue Reading→
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The Stormcast – Episode 8: Cliff Harvell and Tommy Gilbert Discuss House Plans
The Rev. Cliff Harvell and Tommy Gilbert discuss how Disaster Ministries will use updated house plans and 3D models in the work of helping to rebuild homes and communities. The […] Continue Reading→
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Weaverland Disaster Service Volunteers in Newport
Many homes, lives, and communities have been uprooted in North Carolina over the past three years due to natural disasters. Memories and treasured possessions lined the streets of coastal communities. […] Continue Reading→
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Pitt Community College Helps Develop House Plans
Much of the work done by Disaster Ministries centers on rebuilding – specifically, rebuilding homes. When teams are working on a job site, they are repairing the damage done by […] Continue Reading→
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House Blessing in Newport
Hurricane Florence caused severe flooding and wind damage across North Carolina. The Wallace family was one of many whose home was flooded due to Hurricane Florence. A family member found […] Continue Reading→
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An Encouragement for December
A recent email from the Center for Courage and Renewal, led by Parker Palmer, asked the question, “What song is in your heart today?” That question made me pause. As […] Continue Reading→
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Las Posadas – Welcoming the Stranger
Las Posadas commemorates the journey that Joseph and Mary made from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of a safe refuge where Mary could give birth. For more info, visit http://fcapex.org. Continue Reading→
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Stars of HOPE
Disaster Ministries recently received a gift of hope from First UMC in Chattahoochee, Florida. Members from First UMC painted 15 Stars of HOPE to share with those affected by Hurricanes […] Continue Reading→
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The Stormcast – Episode 7: Swansboro UMC
Ken Raper, a member of Swansboro UMC, shares his experience during and after Hurricane Florence. Rev. Kevin Baker (lead pastor of Swansboro UMC) and Sanders Hall (Communications Director at Swansboro […] Continue Reading→