Hurricane Dolly Relief

Dolly has blown by, but she made a mess of people’s lives, people’s livelihood and property.  While several church buildings have sustained significant damage and loss, the first concern of the Valley pastors and Elders was the need for housing and food.  As of August 5, 1.500 homes are still flooded.  Response workers are still trying to reach some of the affected residents.  Loss of power for a week or more in some areas resulted in spoiled food.  Loss of AC added to health concerns for elderly residents.  Crop damage is staggering and is one aspect of long term recovery concerns since it has far reaching impact on the area economy and employment.  To date the storm caused damages are estimated at upwards of $750 million.

The Presbyterian Churches of the Valley Cluster of Mission Presbytery will be taking up a special offering for Presbyterian Disaster Relief in the aftermath of Hurricane Dolly.  It is the hope of the Presbyterian Churches in the Rio Grande Valley that the entire Presbytery would consider a Special Sunday offering during one of the next 3 Sundays. The Stewardship Division of Mission Presbytery supports this request and encourages your participation. 

Gifts should be made payable to “Mission Presbytery” with “Hurricane Dolly Relief” in the memo section. Forward to: Mission Presbytery, 7201 Broadway, #303, San Antonio, TX  78209.  For more information click on the "Special Offering" link below.

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