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HAITI


 

We are all stunned by the devastating, 7.0 earthquake that hit the impoverished nation of Haiti this past week on Tuesday, January 12th.  Many of our churches in this Presbytery have been deeply involved in ministry to Haiti; our hearts are breaking.


 

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is working to respond to the aftermath of this quake.  We appreciate the work of PDA because it becomes a true witness for Christ.  Not only are we helping to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, provide medicine to those who are sick, but we are doing it all in the name of Jesus Christ.


 

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance is hoping to receive a million dollars in donations for Haiti.  If you wish to donate to this cause please use the designated account number of DR000064. You  may make donations through your church or the Presbytery Office (this way your church will get credit toward Mission Giving), or send to:

 http://www.pcusa.org/give/online/projectSelectAction.do?numberString=DR000064.

Remember to distinctly mark your donation with the account number for Haiti above.

 

~~~~~~Immediate Need~~~~~~

Our congregation would like to collect clothes, food or supplies. How can we respond with material resources?

Please prepare Gift of the Heart Hygiene Kits and Baby Kits, and avoid other material collections.

Donations of clothing and other materials are generally not appropriate for disaster response.  Warehouse space and transportation costs must be focused on critically needed supplies. Review the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Material Aid Policy.

While PDA is discouraging sending material resources, we are encouraging individuals and congregations to assemble Gift of the Heart kits. Working in cooperation with our ecumenical partner Church World Service, a shipment of hygiene kits (to provide individuals with basic necessities) and baby kits are being sent to Haiti. This may deplete the stock, and additional kits will be needed to be ready for immediate shipment when a disaster strikes. Instructions for assembling and shipping hygiene kits and baby kits.

Note:  Please contact Rachel Ostrander with questions.

 

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The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is responding in Haiti.  Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has already sent funds and is working in cooperation with our ecumenical partners on the ground to provide emergency food, water, shelter and medical supplies. Please pray for those affected and give to the ongoing relief through PDA account number DR000064. Gifts can also be made by phone at (800) 872-3283, and checks can be mailed to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, P.O. Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700.

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