July 13, 2012
A Widow’s Faith
After the devastating Joplin tornado, 21 small Illinois communities joined forces to build a widow's family a new home—and discovered how serving together could strengthen churches, relationships, and faith.
Articles for tag: Disaster Relief
April 2, 2012
Unexpectedly Sweet
Mark A. Taylor reflects on sudden grief, prayer, and stories of extraordinary Christian service following the devastating Joplin tornado—and the sweetness of depending on God when circumstances overwhelm us.
March 8, 2012
IDES Working to Help Tornado Victims
International Disaster Emergency Service is mobilizing churches, volunteers, donations, and disaster response teams to assist tornado victims in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, and surrounding areas.
February 21, 2012
Sending, Serving, Reaching: IDES
International Disaster Emergency Service expands its work beyond managing disaster-relief donations, mobilizing volunteers and partnering with churches to address disasters, hunger, community development, medical needs, and evangelism.
February 4, 2012
Church Continues with Katrina Recovery Efforts
More than six years after Hurricane Katrina, Biloxi Christian Church continues to house, feed, and support volunteers working to help Gulf Coast communities recover.
September 12, 2011
Interview with Jim Phegley
Jim Phegley recalls ministering in New York after 9/11, from opening Glen Cove Christian Church for prayer to helping affected families and witnessing lasting changes in the community.
Standard Publishing Donates Books, Resources
Standard Publishing partners with Matthew 25: Ministries to distribute Christian books and resources to communities affected by natural disasters in the United States and around the world.
June 30, 2011
After the Japanese Earthquake
After Japan’s devastating earthquake and tsunami, Christians, missionaries, and relief organizations joined together to provide supplies, funding, prayer, and practical help while demonstrating God’s love to suffering communities.
Author Spending Time in Joplin
Author Dave Pelzer volunteers with College Heights Christian Church in Joplin, Missouri, helping foster families and supporting recovery efforts while praising the church’s organized response to community needs.
CIY Leading ‘Engage the City’ to Serve Joplin
Christ in Youth is leading “Engage the City,” a July opportunity for students to serve tornado victims in Joplin, Missouri, and learn from local leaders.
May 25, 2011
Responding to Joplin Tornado Disaster
Churches, ministries, and Ozark Christian College respond after the Joplin tornado, sharing relief updates, volunteer needs, housing options, and ways to help storm victims.
April 4, 2011
Focused Group
Pantano Christian Church’s Disaster Action Team serves Tucson through emergency preparedness, disaster relief partnerships, search and rescue support, and a faith-based presence in community safety work.
June 10, 2009
Through the Ages and Around the World
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the practical impact of churches serving their neighbors through compassion ministries, pushing back against the idea that churches are not helping their communities.
August 20, 2006
Hurricane Katrina–One Year Later
Hurricane Katrina church relief efforts brought millions in giving, truckloads of supplies, and thousands of volunteers to the Gulf Coast—helping ministries shift from immediate aid to long-term rebuilding.
August 16, 2006
Interview with Rick Jett
Rick Jett explains how International Disaster Emergency Services (IDES) works through churches and missionaries to deliver aid in crises, strengthen local witness, and help congregations prepare to respond to disasters.
January 8, 2006
The Samaritan Manifesto
Paul E. Boatman explains why compassionate service is intrinsic to the church’s identity and how “Good Samaritan” ministry pairs with evangelism. From disaster relief to missions and new outreach efforts, the church’s mercy and message belong together.
January 1, 2006
Katrina Aftermath: A New Orleans Perspective
A New Orleans minister reflects on Hurricane Katrina, the shock of sudden change, and the faithful “cavalry” of churches that brought relief, rebuilding, and hope when life felt anything but ready.
November 2, 2005
Receding Differences
A breakdown near Natchez becomes a testimony of hospitality and partnership as Christians from different traditions serve Hurricane Katrina and Rita victims together—one team, one mission, one body in Christ.
