Multiple ways to serve families in Houston
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Assemble Hygiene Kits 9/24/17In response to the great needs that have arisen from recent hurricanes we are offering an opportunity…..
WHAT: Assembling Hygiene Kits to be distributed by UMCOR to victims of the recent Hurricanes, and painting “Stars of Hope”. * WHEN: Sunday September 24th after the 10:00 service. WHERE: Fellowship Hall LIGHT LUNCH WILL BE AVAILABLE Join us after the service…... the supplies will be ready for all ages to help make the Kits and Paint the stars! The items for the kits (soap, toothbrush, towell, etc.) will be purchased with money that has been given in the children’s offering and we will be packing them into zip lock bags. How great for the kids to see that their offering donations are being used to help other families and they are actually making it happen! Thousands of these kits have been distributed already and UMCOR is in need of many more. *In addition, we will be painting “Stars of Hope”. These are 1-foot wooden stars that are painted with inspirational words, messages and designs. These Stars of Hope are displayed in public places in communities that are in the immediate and long-term aftermath of tragedy, serving as beacons of hope and compassion for all to see. I apologize for the short notice, but we want to get these Kits out as soon as possible because there is such a great need. Please try to make time to participate in this important opportunity to reach outside of our congregation and show God’s love. Let me know if you have questions! Grace and Peace, Carey Johnson Assistant Director of Education |
Early Response Team Update
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Early Response Team tripsERT (Early Response Team) hurricane relief in Victoria, Texas completed Day 1 (9/19/17). We divided into 2 groups. One did tree and branch removal. The other group worked to stabilize the home of a recent widow tarping holes in her roof and beginning to tarp the exterior walls. They also removed moldy drywall from a bedroom. We'll be continuing this work tomorrow.
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UMCOR offers many ways for our local church members to volunteer, donate and help Hurricane Harvey relief efforts:
-Begin with Prayer -Make and Ship Relief kits -Get trained as an Early Response Team member -Donate to support the ERT members travels -Donate to support the families in Houston |
Relief Supply Kit information
Contact UsThe United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is currently working with disaster coordinators and early response teams to provide relief to the many victims of Hurricane Harvey. What can you do to help?
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EMAIL ADDRESSoffice @nsumc.com
TELEPHONE NUMBER480-948-0529
Relief Efforts scheduled for Houston.Houston, Texas
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