Local Church Post-Flood Updates

    Our churches have truly "stood in the gap" for our Community in the aftermath of the flooding.  Please keep them in mind if you need help.  If you are a "dry" person, please consider offering YOUR help to THEM!  Also, please remember if you need a compassionate ear because you're feeling overwhelmed, any of our churches are here for you.
    Blackwater United Methodist is hosting the United Methodist Disaster Relief Team.  If you need help with your home, please call 247-3098 to be put on the assistance list.
    Covenant Community Church has teams coming in from Shreveport, Hattiesburg, Oklahoma, Texas and Alabama to help with repairs.  Call John Kelton to arrange for a team to help – 901-827-3450.  Covenant still has some supplies for those who are in need, available as volunteers are able to man the donation center.
    Friendship Baptist is presently holding services at Foster Road Baptist Church at 2:00 on Sunday afternoons.
    Greenwell Springs Baptist is hosting folks from Samaritan's Purse Disaster Relief.  Call 261-2246 to get on the list for assistance in mudding out.  Also providing hot meals at 4:00-5:30, Monday through Saturday – drive through the parking lot to pick up.
    Immanuel Baptist is still meeting at Grace Presbyterian Sundays at 6:00 pm in the building behind the sanctuary.
    Journey Church has 3 washers and 3 dryers available for laundry washing.  They supply the detergent.  This is a FREE first come/first serve offering. “JourneyMat” is open from 9:00-5:00 Monday through Friday and 9:00-12:00 Saturday.  They are still holding revised schedule of services at 9 & 11 and offering childcare for ages 0-11.
    Magnolia United Methodist is partnering with Assess the Need to help LIvingston Parish Schools by collecting much needed supplies. Please consider donating to this worthy effort. Magnolia UMC Thrift Store is open this Friday and Saturday and on the 28th and 29th.
    St. Alphonsus still has supplies for any in need – food, cleaning supplies, baby products.  These are available for pick up on Wednesdays from 9:00-12:00.  Please check their Facebook page for updates.