Help the People of Haiti!

God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way
and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.
Psalm 46:1-2 (NIV)

In these times of trouble we cling to our God who gives us both safety and strength for the days ahead. We come together to create safe spaces for those who mourn deep losses, encourage one another and gather strength for a new day.

United Methodist Response Begins. Tragedy struck the already-beleaguered nation of Haiti on
January 12. The magnitude-7 earthquake effectively flattened the capital city of Port-au-Prince, affecting an estimated 3 million people and killing untold tens of thousands.

The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is already responding. “UMCOR has always had a strong presence in Haiti,” UMCOR executive Tom Hazelwood said. “With this tragedy, we’ll just be redoubling our efforts, and we’ll be calling on people across the country to help us.”

Give generously. Give prayerfully.
Give with hope for a new day.

Give Generously.

Give through your local church. Checks should note UMCOR Haiti Emergency in the memo line. Local church treasurers can send gifts to the conference, noting Haiti Emergency, UMCOR Advance #418325. You can make a gift online at www.umc.org/haiti. 100% of your gift to the Haiti Emergency will go to help the people of Haiti.

Send Health Kits.

UMCOR is shipping health kits to provide basic necessities to people who have lost everything. Instructions for assembling and shipping health kits are online at www.umcor.org.

Prepare to Volunteer.

There will be a great need for volunteers to help rebuild. Currently, it is not safe or possible for volunteers to go to Haiti. Those wishing to volunteer should contact their
jurisdictional United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM) coordinator about opportunities. Learn more at www.umvim.info.