Category: Disaster Assistance
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PDA responds to Hurricane Dorian
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Hurricane Dorian made landfall in the Bahamas as a Category 5 hurricane on September 1, 2019 and stalled over the islands for 24 hours, causing massive damage. So far, it is reported that 27 lives have been lost. PDA is working with partners in the Bahamas to respond to immediate needs with a solidarity grant.…
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Presbyterians aid vulnerable Puerto Ricans threatened with displacement
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One Great Hour of Sharing gifts help deedless residents secure their longtime homes By Pat Cole | Presbyterian News Service | Photos by Rich Copley The original article may be found here. Mariolga Juliá-Pacheco, coordinator of special projects for the Martin Peña Channel Land Trust, leads a tour for staff members of the Compassion, Peace…
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Presbyterian Disaster Relief Project
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When a tornado, flood, or hurricane devastates a community, people scramble to deal with the chaos and recover. They need practical help – fast. You can make a difference by contributing items for hygiene kits. Each hygiene kit in a one-gallon zip lock bag includes: 1 hand towel 1 washcloth 1 wide tooth comb (removed…
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Four PDA spiritual care providers now serving in fire, shooting affected California
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Originally published on the Presbyterian Mission site here. More help will materialize once deadly fires are out by Mike Ferguson | Presbyterian News Service A firefighter sprays water as part of efforts to put out fire in Southern California. (Courtesy of Los Angeles County) LOUISVILLE – While the deadliest fires ever to strike California continue…
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Disaster Assistance for Communities impacted by Hurricanes and Typhoons
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Do not fear, for I am with you Do not be afraid, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you.(Isaiah 41:10) Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is offering immediate aid to the communities impacted by Hurricane Michael. This joins responses already underway for those impacted by Hurricane Florence, Typhoon Mangkhut, and…
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Support the emergency response and recovery from Hurricane Florence
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God is our refuge and strength Therefore, we will not fear … though the waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble. —Psalm 46 Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) urges your support for those affected by Hurricane Florence. PDA is delivering immediate aid to those impacted by the storm on the Eastern Seaboard of the United…
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Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico continue long road to recovery one year after hurricanes
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Rebuilding process is slow, but resilience is strong by Rick Jones | Presbyterian News Service LOUISVILLE — It’s been a year since a trio of hurricanes wreaked havoc on Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico, leaving a path of destruction, major power outages and many people without homes. Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in quick succession,…