Operations at the Inverness, Florida site are coming to a close as most homeowners there have received the help they need. SC Baptist Disaster Relief (SCBDR) has been partnering with Alabama Disaster Relief at that site for flood recovery (“mud-out”). There were three mud-out units scheduled to go to Inverness on Sunday, Sept. 10, but…
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The Disaster Relief status in South Carolina is upgraded to STANDBY (units are needed- prepare to deploy). Our strategy is to take care of needs here in SC, and if damage is minimal, we can then focus on sending help to Florida. The immediate need in-state will be for Chainsaw units. Other types of units
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All SC Baptist Disaster Relief units are now placed on ALERT to respond to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Idalia. This storm is likely to impact our own state but will definitely impact Florida. What that means is our units will be needed, we’re just not sure where yet. The plan is to take care of needs here
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South Carolina Baptist Disaster Relief was one of 12 states that partnered on a site for flood response in Barre, Vermont, while two additional states ran sites in two other towns. During the four-week response in Barre, SCDR sent 5 Mud-Out units, 1 Feeding team, 3 Shower/Laundry teams and an assessor (who stayed the entire
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The *L Family’s journey toward adoption was not an easy one. They initially became foster parents to provide temporary homes for children in need. “Our desire was to be a safe harbor, sharing the hope and love of Jesus temporarily,” they said. However, when two boys came into their lives and needed a permanent home,
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Churches and Baptist Disaster Relief in Hawaii are ramping up their aid efforts to the people of Maui in the wake of the devastating fires there last week. Maui churches are distributing essential supplies and providing spiritual care. One church is serving as a shelter for displaced residents. Two churches have arranged for flatbed trucks
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Please pray for the people of Maui, Hawaii who experienced the devastating fires. Disaster Relief Needs, 9/13/23 This prayer list will be updated as the disaster response develops. 6 – John and Gay Williams are the Hawaii Pacific Baptist Convention (HPBC) Disaster Relief co-directors. Pray for stamina, clear thinking, and wisdom for John and Gay
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Prayer is key to God’s work among people. If we want God to work in our schools, prayer is going to be our primary avenue of God’s presence. The following resource is intended to guide your church, ministry, or family as you engage in a prayer walk through your local school. As you walk, pray
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South Carolina Disaster Relief is one of many states working together to assist residents of Vermont who were affected by catastrophic flooding several weeks ago. Our teams are working in Barre, VT. The response is expected to last until Labor Day. Recovery (Mud-Out)Unlike many floods where they deal with homes that had filthy water in
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Global Hunger Sunday is August 27th. Through the South Carolina Hunger Relief Offering, the South Carolina Baptist Convention is able to financially partner with SCBaptist churches and ministries to help alleviate hunger in South Carolina. This year, SCBaptists will join in prayer for specific needs in our state and around the world. Day 1: The
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