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Storm Recovery
Thank you for your help in 2009! The effort continues in 2010 with:
– Prayers for persons affected by natural disasters.
– Donations to Advance Special #223.
– Volunteers registering online or by calling 1.877.393.1607.
– Use these recovery resources:
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An article entitled, "After the Deluge," published in Duke Divinity School's Faith & Leadership highlights "an innovative partnership" in the flood-ravaged Cedar Rapids area.
According to Madelaine Jerousek-Smith, "Many in this working-class neighborhood thought they’d never return after the Cedar River overflowed its banks and saturated about 10 square miles, or 14 percent, of the city in June 2008. Almost a year later, many people still waited while their homes sat empty. But the dedication of two brothers, an innovative church-community partnership, and a common faith in neighborly love brought them home again."
Click here to read the full article, which appears in the March 16, 2010 issue.
According to Madelaine Jerousek-Smith, "Many in this working-class neighborhood thought they’d never return after the Cedar River overflowed its banks and saturated about 10 square miles, or 14 percent, of the city in June 2008. Almost a year later, many people still waited while their homes sat empty. But the dedication of two brothers, an innovative church-community partnership, and a common faith in neighborly love brought them home again."
Click here to read the full article, which appears in the March 16, 2010 issue.
Recovery Update
July 2, 2010
July 2, 2010
Greetings from the Director of Recovery!
I just received an update from Pastor Magrey from St. Pauls UMC in Cherokee. URGENT help is still needed! To quote Pastor Magrey “if there are groups that are wavering on coming come sooner or later, we certainly could use their help!” City Hall is inundated with calls for help. PLEASE consider getting a team together and helping the folks in Cherokee!
Director of Recovery – Storms 2008
Iowa Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church
2200 Heritage Green Drive
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Office phone: 319.393.1607
Cell phone: 515.238.5346
Email: becky.wood@iaumc.org
Website: www.stormrecovery.org
Previous Recovery Updates
Advance Special #223
June 28, 2010
Dear St. Paul’s Family,
I know all of you are aware of the devastating flash floods that occurred early yesterday morning throughout Cherokee County, and particularly here in town. I just spoke this morning with church member Aimee Barritt, director of the county’s Emergency Response team. She conservatively estimates that at least 200 homes have been affected, with numbers certain to rise. Waters crested at 27 feet and are beginning to recede, but it is expected that we will be in a 17-foot flood stage through this weekend. County officials and service personnel continue to be in response mode, to assist those who are stranded and to open roads as soon as possible.
Soon, the county will be in recovery mode, and here are some important messages to share with you:
- If there are people whose homes have been damaged, City Hall is conducting a detailed assessment of the needs in order to determine the most efficient and effective response as well as apply for Federal assistance. Please have those individuals contact City Hall (225-5749) and simply leave their name, address, and the extent of their damage.
- We are assembling volunteer work groups who can be ready to serve once the county says we can go in and assist victims throughout town. Sheree Hausmann and Marlene Kelly, who head our Helping Hands Team, will take your name down, or you can contact the church office. We would also like to know if you or anyone else in the St. Paul’s congregation is in need of any immediate assistance, as we would like to respond to you right away.
- The county is seeking someone to serve as their volunteer coordinator, so if you or someone you know can help in that way, please let Aimee Barritt know (225-6721).
- Finally, please pray for all the victims of this crisis, as well as for our county and city staff and service personnel who are working tirelessly to respond to the many needs of our area.
Grace and Peace,
Magrey
The Rev. Magrey R. deVega
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
531 W. Main St.
Cherokee, IA 51012
Ph: 712-225-3955
http://www.cherokeespumc.org