These items are provided to help churches as they observe Disaster Relief Sunday on June 4, 2023. All except the bulletin inserts are undated – they could be used at any time that a church chooses to highlight DR volunteers and ministries. Suggestions for observing DR Sunday Bulletin Insert – Color Bulletin Insert- B &…
The first Sunday in June is designated on the Southern Baptist Convention calendar as Disaster Relief Sunday. It is a day to highlight Disaster Relief (DR) ministries and to recognize and show appreciation to the Disaster Relief volunteers in your church. Suggestions to consider for your church’s DR Sunday: DR Sunday gives the opportunity to…
Due to changing circumstances, the Disaster Relief Chaplain Training for this year has been rescheduled from May to October 13-14, 2023. The location has been shifted as well, to Catawba Baptist Church, Rock Hill, SC. We regret any inconvenience caused by these changes. The October 13-14 Chaplain Training is a 12-hour course. It will be…
The SCBaptist Convention Disaster Relief has created a prayer guide to help individuals pray for those affected by disasters. This guide includes specific prayer requests for survivors, first responders, and volunteers. The guide is intended to be a helpful resource for individuals and churches as they prepare for Disaster Relief Sunday and beyond. Pray for…
South Carolina Baptist Disaster Relief recognizes the importance of preparedness in the face of hurricane season. As a ministry dedicated to providing aid and support during times of disaster, we have compiled this resource to help you prepare for the challenges that may arise. By taking proactive steps during the summer months, you can ensure…
A RAM (Remote Area Medical) event took place in Greer, South Carolina, and offered free medical, dental, and vision check-ups and evaluations for those without insurance. The event was hosted at Greer High School and was supported by SCBaptist Disaster Relief. Volunteers provided meals for the service providers who were there to offer their services…
With the additional tornado damage in the Midwest a week after the Mississippi/Alabama tornadoes, the responses by Baptist Disaster Relief (BDR) have expanded. Arkansas:Arkansas BDR along with Southern Baptists of Texas Convention (SBTC), Texas Baptist Men (TBM), and Oklahoma BDR are responding. Feeding operations at Little Rock, North Little Rock, Jacksonville, and Wynne areas are…
Update as of 3/29/23: Alabama Baptist Disaster Relief chainsaw units are responding in Florence, AL. Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief units are responding in West Point, GA. Amory, MS – Mississippi Baptist Disaster Relief (MS BDR) has established a command post, operating with assessor/chaplain teams and chainsaw units. As power is on in approximately 40% of…
This resource was written by Susan Peugh, Disaster Relief Director at the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Have you ever noticed that scripture is full of disasters? Noah and the flood. Joseph and the famine in Egypt. Moses and the plagues. The Red Sea collapsing on the Egyptians. The Israelites at war with everyone. Throughout the Old…
