Ps. 121:1 – “I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where is my help to come?”
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Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS), Lutheran Disaster Response (LDR), and LDR Carolinas are partnering to fund and build bridges in Western North Carolina.
Many families need bridges to cross small creeks between the state-maintained road and their homes. There are estimated to be over 5,000 of these private bridges that need to be replaced because of Hurricane Helene.
You can help! Be part of this project by donating financially or volunteering your time.
Give
NC Synod Disaster Fund
Donate to this fund supporting NC Synod congregations, rostered ministers, and their identified needs.
LDR Carolinas
Donate to support this ministry which works across both the North and South Carolina Synods.
Lutheran Disaster Response
Support the ELCA churchwide effort for both short- and long-term disaster response across this country.
What NOT to give? Please don’t send clothing or other items—even bottled water—unless you are certain that the items are needed and there is an organization prepared to receive, store, and distribute them! Monetary donations are always the best!
Volunteer
Learn more at https://ldrcarolinas.org/bridging-together/
If you have questions about Bridging Together, email bridges@ldrcarolinas.org
Contact WNC Response Coordinator Amy Phillips at amy@ldrcarolinas.org.
Synod T-Shirts Support Disaster Response
The North Carolina Synod has branded t-shirts and sweatshirts available through the web store, Bonfire. At this time, all profits from these sales will go to the NC Synod Disaster Fund to support those affected by Hurricane Helene and the recent unnamed storm in southeastern NC.
Buy a shirt or sweatshirt; support disaster relief via the NC Synod Disaster Fund!
Pray
O merciful Father, you teach us in your holy Word that you do not willingly afflict or grieve your children. Look with pity on the sorrows of all affected and affected by Hurricane Helene, for whom we pray. Remember them, O Lord, in mercy. Strengthen them in patience, comfort them with the memory of your goodness, let your presence shine on them, and give them peace through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (LBW)
IF YOU HAVE BEEN IMPACTED BY HELENE
- Apply for FEMA assistance. Gather your information and apply online, download the FEMA app, or call 800-621-3362. Applications are due February 6.
- Need a bridge? Mennonite Disaster Service and LDR Carolinas are partnering to rebuild private bridges in Western North Carolinas. Fill out this form.
