1st UMC

Judy - Christ UMC

On our break, Kathy, Patty, Tony and I stopped at a large United Methodist Church. There was a large life center with a large gym, kitchen and rooms that were torn out. There was another building with classrooms plus the church. Everything had been under 5'3" of water. The only usable part of the church is the sanctuary. Their first service back in the church was Christmas Eve. the classroom building will be torn down.

It amazes me the number of church people who have come to work. At one time, there were Mormons, Marines and Methodists working at the hcurhc. A disaster team of 17 men from Georgia came right after the flood with a van that was equipped just for disasters - tents - outdoor shower & equipment. They shoveled mud from the church.

Even with all their problems the church is still collecting cans of food for people and looking forward to the time they can get their programs going again. Eight scout troups, a program with children coming from all over for help and other programs.

The minister is still looking to the future when they can continue with the plans for apartments for single parents and other building projects. It is amazing, nothing is said about giving up - only looking to the future!

Everyone we talk to, thanks us for coming and helping them! We are blessed by the people we meet!