Coping with trauma
The 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. Hurricanes reminiscent of Katrina and Harvey. Another earthquake in Haiti. The exit of the military from Afghanistan. The […]
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Dear Disciples, September 3, 2021
“As Disciples of Jesus Christ, our faith compels us to welcome the stranger- especially those who are in danger and seeking sanctuary. We encourage Disciples congregations to begin doing groundwork […]
Restoration work ongoing; how to help
from Week of Compassion Even as Week of Compassion responds to urgent needs from Hurricane Ida in southeast Louisiana, recovery is still ongoing in southwest Louisiana from Hurricanes Laura and […]
How to help Haiti
Give online Text WoC to 41444 Or mail checks to: PO Box 1986, Indianapolis, IN 46206 On Saturday morning, August 14, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the south of Haiti. The earthquake […]
Dear Disciples July 16, 2021
“I see getting the vaccine as my love for you, my love for my family, and community, by making sure that we are all safe together. ” – Rev. Terri Hord Owens General Minister […]
Calling for volunteers
The pandemic presented significant challenges for communities affected by disasters–including shortages of supplies and restrictions on volunteering. But through it all, Week of Compassion partners have found ways to continue […]