In spring 2018, the American Red Cross awarded the North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church (NC Conference) a $13,900 grant to provide funding for rebuilding homes in Robeson County affected by Hurricane Matthew. During the grant period, April 1 – June 30, funds were to be disbursed among several homes, with the recommendation… Continue Reading→
Giving Together Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund of Cumberland Community Foundation – Yes, Again!
The Giving Together Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund of Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc., awarded the North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church (NC Conference) six more grants of $10,000 each to support Hurricane Matthew recovery work in Cumberland County. These latest six grants are designated for the following: • Debris removal • Electrical repair &… Continue Reading→
Funding Provides New Construction Manager for Disaster Response
With funding provided by the Giving Together Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund of Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc., the disaster response program of the North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church (NC Conference) welcomes a new construction manager, Stephanie Hunt. The funding also provides Stephanie a new work truck. Though she comes from Virginia, Stephanie is… Continue Reading→
Last Nail Ceremony – Disaster Response Home Dedication
Colorful shirts, full hearts, a refurbished home and grateful homeowner – these were the hallmarks of the Last Nail Ceremony held February 21 on Logsboro Road in Tarboro. The Last Nail Ceremony, conducted by World Renew volunteers, is a poignant one. The last nail driven to restore the home is one that affixes a handmade… Continue Reading→
Support the Families of Christian Aid Ministries
On Feb. 6, two persons were killed and two others severely injured in a motor vehicle accident while volunteering with Christian Aid Ministries doing Hurricane Matthew recovery work in Robeson County. Christian Aid Ministries teams, made up of Mennonite and Amish brothers and sisters, have been working closely with the NC Conference Disaster Recovery Ministries… Continue Reading→
UMCOR Early Response Training Scheduled in February & March
In the early days after a disaster, Early Response Teams (ERTs) clean out flood-damaged homes, remove debris, place tarps on homes, and otherwise help to prevent further damage, while providing a caring Christian presence. While neither first-responders nor rebuild- or repair-teams, ERTs assist survivors, without causing further harm or being a burden to the affected… Continue Reading→
Assisting Our Neighbors in Puerto Rico
You are invited to join the good folks from Myers Park UMC in Charlotte to serve our sisters and brothers in Puerto Rico. The situation in Puerto Rico continues to be dire. Power is being restored very slowly, however, equally important is the need for CLEAN WATER. The mission team will spend three days distributing filters… Continue Reading→
Capital District-Adopted Home Nearing Completion
The home ravaged by Hurricane Matthew and adopted by the Capital District churches is nearing completion and a home dedication service was held on Dec. 13. The home, owned by Betty Hunt, is in Lumberton. Gary Locklear, regional director for disaster response, says the hope is to have Ms. Betty back in her home by… Continue Reading→
UMCOR Needs Support for Recent Hurricanes
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) needs support to respond to the needs of persons affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Marie. This includes Texas, Florida, and Puerto Rico. All of these are US-related storms so donations may be directed to U.S. Disaster Response UMCOR Advance #901670. To give by mail, send your check payable to… Continue Reading→
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