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The CDRT is a mission of love.
Please read about the work that the Presbytery of Charlotte's CDRT is doing by reading these bulletin inserts. Feel free to duplicate them to distribute them at your church.
If you or your congregation would like to be included in our call response list, please respond to Debbie Wilkinson at debbie.wilkinson@presbyofcharlotte.org or 704-535-9999 or 800-926-1537, ext. 213.
Video: The Presbytery of Lake Michigan shares about the ongoing need for help on the Gulf Coast.
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Love and Compassion to Share? We are eager to have your thinking and energy as we prepare for disasters which could impact people within the bounds of our Presbytery. The Community Disaster Response Team of the Presbytery of Charlotte is looking for those who have been trained in Stephens Ministry, counseling, pastoral ministry, and life who would be a contact person and advocate from their church to "stand beside" those who have been touched by hurricane, flood, tornado, or other disasters. At this time we would invite you to join our committee as we organize and plan for the pastoral and emotional care of persons hit by disaster. For more information or to volunteer, please call Rev. Jerry Rhyne, 704-721-4017; Rev. Jeannette Hickman, 704-726-0300; or Debbie Wilkinson, 704-535-9999, extension 213.
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Speakers Available – Need Still Great in Haiti: Our Presbytery is organizing a coordinated effort to bring relief to our brothers and sisters in Bayonnais, a remote area of Haiti with particularly desperate need after recent hurricanes ripped through the area. One part of that effort is to create a "speakers bureau" of individuals who have personal knowledge and experience there. They are available to bring programs, pictures, and information to your congregation. Learn how you can most effectively channel your love and support to our hurting brothers and sisters in Haiti. To arrange a program, contact Debbie Wilkinson, 704-535-9999, ext 213, or Doug Wilson, 704-364-5059. |
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Check out the NEW Mission Opportunities Website. Find opportunities and resources for your next mission project.
Click here. |
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How Much Can Humans Stand? Haiti experienced traumatic flooding by Tropical Storm Jeanne in 2004, and the small country has once again been struck by tremendous damage – this time by Hurricane Hanna. Read about the difficult circumstances people are facing in this report from the partnership between South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church and OFCB Ministries.
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Are You, Your Family, & Your Church Prepared for Disasters? Check out this website, sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security, to start easily planning for disasters for families, businesses and kids. It's graphically exciting, easy to navigate and full of information, planning guides, check lists, etc. Visit: http://www.ready.gov/. |
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Send Aid to Myanmar via Church World Service: Church World Service has a history of working with partners in Myanmar since 1958. Major US denominational groups, including Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, are channeling their support for relief efforts through CWS since their staff is already in that country, which is coordinating with local partner churches. The death toll has continually been climbing after the devastating cyclone recently hit, but working together, we can reach out to survivors with water, supplies, blankets, and other symbols of our love. Get the word out with these bulletin inserts.
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How has the Presbytery of Charlotte been responding to the hunger crisis?
From partnerships with various organizations, and through the work of people in our presbytery, we have made, and continue to make much progress in the local, national, and international fight against hunger. Read more. |
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Trailer Ministry Forges Ahead - The Presbytery's Community Disaster Response Team started with the simple idea of a shower trailer, but then the idea grew. Find out more about the progress of this ministry. |
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If anyone in Concord/Huntersville/Charlotte area is aware of someone or a company/organization willing to donate warehouse space – please contact Debbie Wilkinson, 704-535-9999, ext. 213.
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Disaster Response Donations
The Community Disaster Response Team is collecting water and disaster kits that would be delivered immediately in the case of a disaster. The storage trailer is parked at Bethpage Presbyterian Church-Kannapolis (6020 Mooresville Road). Please contact Fred Wally at 704-784-4094 to schedule day and time of delivery.
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