HURRICANE BERYL
Here are the latest updates on happenings and possible responses to the current situation facing our area.
SUNDAY WORSHIP
We will gather outside in the shade of the pavilion at 7:00 P.M. for an old-fashioned Summer revival style service. We will have a time of personal and corporate prayer, a short message from John 11, and sing a few of our most popular and beloved hymns.
IF POWER COMES BACK
if we get power back to the church campus on Saturday or Sunday, we will still only have the 7:00 P.M. service, but it will move to the Sanctuary so we can enjoy the AC, audio amplification, organ/piano and hymnals (no live streaming available).
*** Campus will remain closed until the restoration of power.
*** Campus will remain closed until the restoration of power.
For many of us, the one thing not affected by the storm is the ability to give monetarily. JWMC is your first and foremost mission station to support. Your continuous generosity and extra gifts towards the JW mission & ministry will be key in the coming months and our ability to respond.
LOVE YOUR OIKOS
Healthy and successful disaster response typically relies on local and relational efforts. Reach out to your neighbors and the members of the congregation.
If you need assistance in supporting your oikos, contact the church office when power is restored and we will see what local partner they can be paired up with.
If you need assistance in supporting your oikos, contact the church office when power is restored and we will see what local partner they can be paired up with.
WAYS TO HELP THROUGH LOCAL PARTNER: HOUSTON RESPONDS
Volunteer | Transport Supplies
We've received numerous requests to transport food, water and other supplies from a resource center to people and ministries in need. If you have a truck or vehicle with a large cago area, and are able to pick up and drop off supplies, please contact jeff@houstonresponds.org asap.
Volunteer | Chain-Sawing/Tarping
Immediate needs include chain-sawing and roof tarping, to secure damaged homes before rain comes this weekend, as well as some mucking/gutting. If you or your team has these skills and is able to volunteer, contact jeff@houstonresponds.org. As needs become more clear, and churches/organizations set up to receive more volunteers, we will share those opportunities.
Report Damage
Report damage to Crisis Clean-Up at www.crisiscleanup.org, where partners can claim cases and do the work. Partners must be 501c3 orgs. Churches can register directly or as part of Houston Responds. To register as part of Houston Responds, contact thomasina@houstonresponds.org. Also report damage to ISTAT, so authorities can track damage and allocate resources.
Provide Shelter/Cooling Center
There is an immediate need for more temporary shelters and cooling centers. If your church or organization is able or interested, contact Gisela Cinta of the Office of Emergency Management at GISELA.CINTA@houstontx.gov or thomasina@houstonresponds.org.
Volunteer | Transport Supplies
We've received numerous requests to transport food, water and other supplies from a resource center to people and ministries in need. If you have a truck or vehicle with a large cago area, and are able to pick up and drop off supplies, please contact jeff@houstonresponds.org asap.
Volunteer | Chain-Sawing/Tarping
Immediate needs include chain-sawing and roof tarping, to secure damaged homes before rain comes this weekend, as well as some mucking/gutting. If you or your team has these skills and is able to volunteer, contact jeff@houstonresponds.org. As needs become more clear, and churches/organizations set up to receive more volunteers, we will share those opportunities.
Report Damage
Report damage to Crisis Clean-Up at www.crisiscleanup.org, where partners can claim cases and do the work. Partners must be 501c3 orgs. Churches can register directly or as part of Houston Responds. To register as part of Houston Responds, contact thomasina@houstonresponds.org. Also report damage to ISTAT, so authorities can track damage and allocate resources.
Provide Shelter/Cooling Center
There is an immediate need for more temporary shelters and cooling centers. If your church or organization is able or interested, contact Gisela Cinta of the Office of Emergency Management at GISELA.CINTA@houstontx.gov or thomasina@houstonresponds.org.
(Please check back from time to time for continuing church updates)