Hurricane Harvey Recovery

 

On August 25, 2017, Hurricane Harvey became the strongest hurricane to make landfall in the United States in over a decade. The Hurricane has left in its wake a path of devastation that cuts deep in the heart of Texas. Called to help? Here’s what you can do…

1. Pray for God to have mercy on us in Texas. Thank him for the miraculous preservation of so many lives. It is not lost on us just how much more tragic this could have been. Pray for a speedy and full recovery, that families, homes, businesses, schools and communities can come back stronger and better than ever.

2. Give in support of the relief efforts here in Texas. You may give funds directly to a congregation involved in recovery.  Our Saviour’s in Victoria has set-up a hurricane recovery center to minister among the small and somewhat forgotten communities of the Coastal Bend.  They have a dedicated fund set-up at Our Saviour’s specifically for helping these communities rebuild.  You can contribute by sending a donation marked for Hurricane Recovery to Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 4102 N. Ben Jordan St., Victoria, TX 77901.  You can also give online through Our Saviour’s Online Giving Portal.  Alternatively, you may contribute to the the Lutheran Disaster Assistance Fund. All donations can be sent to LDA, c/o St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 8300 C Ave. NE, Marion, IA 52302.

3. Get Involved by volunteering with the recovery efforts.  Our Saviour’s, Victoria is set-up to welcome your mission team and help coordinate work projects. Consider sending a team of volunteers to help these communities get back on their feet after this tragic disaster.

To stay up-to-date on the latest efforts, please visit and join our LCMC Hurricane Harvey Response Page: