Compassion in Action
Your service will not only assist in the physical acts of helping people rebuild their homes, but is an act of presence that indicates the commitment to walk beside people as they seek to rebuild their lives. Together, we can be the body of Christ in the world. The wider UCC utilizes mission trip groups to help home owners in the long-term recovery process. Opportunities to serve and registration will be posted on this page as they are available.
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 North Carolina, Hurricane Irene ~ In August 2011 when Hurricane Irene made landfall lin North Carolina, the inlad areas had rainfall totals between 10 and 15 inches; ocastal areas experienced wind gusts of up to 115 miles per hour and storm surge reachingmore than 8 feet. Extensive flooding in conjunction with wind damaged thousands of homes. More than 800 families are still not able to return to their homes. Register here.
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 Binghamton, NY was flooded as the result of Tropical Storm Lee, following Hurricane Irene, in September 2011. Over 9,000 properties were damaged in Broome County of which Binghampton is part - many in areas that have never flooded before. The adjacent counties of Chenango and Tioga also received significant flood damage. This up-state New York valley has lots of dykes and flood walls that have worked well in the past. In September 2011 water went over them for the first time. These 2011 floods follow another serious flood in 2006. Register here.
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 Bloomsburg, PA ~ Aerial view of flood damage. Flooding as seen Friday, Sept. 9, 2011, in remnants from Tropical Storm Lee continued to produce heavy raid over night. The grounds of the Bloomsburg Fair are located in the middle of this photo with water up to the roof of buildings. (AP Photo/Mel Evans)
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 Minot, North Dakota ~ Homeowners of the Souris Valley, located in Northwestern North Dakota, are struggling after a 500 year flood occurred in July 2011. Minot is the state's 4th largest town. The unprecedented flood waters left over 4,000 homes unlivable and is placed over 12,000 residents. Minot, ND needs your help to rebuild. Groups began April 15th. Register here.
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 Joplin, Missouri ready for long-term recovery from May 2011 tornado. Volunteer Groups needed now! Information and Registration. Watch YOU-TUBE video of the tornadoes early aftermath. "Please note that all weeks during June and July 2012 are full. |
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 Minneapolis, MN and Houston, TX ~ International Orthodox Christian Charities is recruiting volunteers for 2012 Orthodox Action Teams. UCC volunteers are welcome for this ecumenical experience. More
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 Birmingham, Alabama is ready to begin the long-term recovery process. Birmingham, Alabama was struck with tornadoes that devastated the area back in April 2011. For more information and registration ... |
 New partner host site in New Orleans - The Phoenix of New Orleans (PNOLA). PNOLA utilizes mission trip groups and provides contractor quality project management services to help homeowners rehabilitate and return to their homes. Year-round January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012. Registration information. |
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 Roundup, Montana is beginning to rebuild after June 2011 floods. Musselshell County is a rural community that spans 50 miles of the Musselshell River in southeastern Montana. Three communities were affected by the flood in May and June 2011, Roundup, Musselshell and Melstone, along with numerous ranches. More information ...
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