Rev. Gina Miller, Rev. Toni Wood, Dennis Carroll, President of Cape Hatteras United Methodist Men, and Ray and Claire talk about the local food pantry, outreach projects, and how they are staying connected in their communities during the coronavirus.
Announcements
Outer Banks Update
In one of our earliest stories about the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, we spent time on Ocracoke detailing the damage to the island community. Ocracoke UMC and the church’s parsonage sustained extensive damage from Dorian. The church was partially underwater; much of the sanctuary floor, along with pews, hymnals, and other items had to be removed. We are excited to share that repairs are ongoing to the church, including raising the church to hopefully prevent flood damage from future storms.
Cape Hatteras United Methodist Men (CHUMM) continue to be valued partners in the work of recovery on Ocracoke. They have recently undertaken a project to mitigate the impact of repetitive flooding on mobile homes on Hatteras Island. Dennis Carroll, a member of CHUMM, shared that “[t]he focus of the project is raising mobile homes since there are no governmental programs for lifting manufactured homes. Many of these on Hatteras Island are owned by young working families or seniors who face repeated flooding but have few options for moving, raising, or replacing their homes . . . After a COVID-19 delay, CHUMM has completed the first of what is hoped to be about a dozen elevated homes.” Disaster Ministries is partnering with CHUMM to provide case management and screening for applicants to ensure that resources are being used well.
Want to know how can you help? We want to hear from you! Contact the Disaster Ministries Call Center to find out about our current volunteer opportunities. Email disaster@nccumc.org or call 888-440-9167 for more information.
The Other Days of The Week – Episode 23: Writing Novels w/ Belton Joyner
Belton Joyner (retired elder and General Conference Delegate) joins the podcast to reflect on his appointments throughout the years and his work in writing original mystery novels.
The Other Days of The Week – Episode 22: Music Ministry w/ Jay Locklear & Adam Seate
Jay Locklear (Conference Communications) & Adam Seate (Orange UMC) chat with Amie about their journeys in music ministry, from joining youth group to leading Pilgrimage.
District Committee on Ordained Ministry Resources
Find resources here:
2023-2024 dCOM Handbook
If you would like a hard copy of this handbook mailed to you, please email the Office of Clergy Life.
General Board of Higher Ed and Ministry (GBHEM) Resources for DCOM’s
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COVID-19 Information and Updates
Information on the spread of COVID-19 in North Carolina and the impact on communities is constantly changing. In order to assist churches and communities to keep up, here are some important resources you can use. We will update these sources as necessary.
This information is current as of July 10, 2020
- Keep up with the latest information on Coronavirus in North Carolina.
- You can track the disease in real time through the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ COVID-19 NC Dashboard. It includes detailed information about the state’s COVID-19 confirmed cases, hospital capacity and more.
- Text COVIDNC to 898211 to receive general information and updates about COVID-19 and North Carolina’s response.
- Dial 2-1-1 provides free, confidential information and is available 24 hours a day to help you find resources within your community. They can connect you with people and groups that can help with questions about access to food, shelter, health care, employment and child care.
- Families who need food assistance for their children can text FOODNC to 877-877 to find free meal sites in their communities.
- Make sure to prioritize your overall wellness and don’t hesitate to seek additional help. Optum has a toll-free 24-hour Emotional Support Help Line at 866-342-6892 for people who may be experiencing anxiety or stress due to Coronavirus.