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→
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→
Disaster Reponse Volunteers needed to assist in Florida
At the request of the Florida Conference Disaster Response Committee, the NC Conference Disaster Response committee is organizing ERT led-teams to assist with Hurricane Irma Relief. Individuals may also register. Teams can pick a time slot between October 14 and Dec. 23. The work location will be in the Naples area. Teams must register to receive… Continue Reading→
Giving Together Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund of Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Awards Another Grant to NC Conference Disaster Response
The Giving Together Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund of Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. recently awarded the North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church another grant of $60,052.80 to employ an additional full-time construction manager and to purchase a work truck. The new position, based in Fayetteville, will benefit Cumberland county residents affected by Hurricane Matthew and… Continue Reading→
7 Ways to Prepare for Hurricane Irma
It is never too early to begin preparing if you find you may be in the path of a hurricane and flooding. As we pray for those in the path of Hurricane Irma and prepare for the possibility of the storm hitting North Carolina, here are some ways to help you and your family get… Continue Reading→
Hurricane Harvey: 5 Things You Can Do
1. Pray Please pray for those whose lives have been impacted by Harvey. Please also pray for Early Response Teams, disaster coordinators, and the many volunteers who are working tirelessly to provide relief. 2. Make relief kits and volunteer at MERCI The NC Conference Disaster & Response Committee is sending 2,000 flood buckets immediately. Countless… Continue Reading→
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