Ways to Support the Texas Hill Country
Since the devastating floods began in the Texas Hill Country and the surrounding areas on the weekend of July 4, many of us have been praying and following the heartbreaking news.
Below are some ways that you can support the Hill Country right now:
- Donate to the United Church of Christ fund please select “Serve Storm” category.
- Donate to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. That’s where Illustrated Ministry has donated, and we encourage you to do the same if you’re able.
- Send Walmart gift cards to the First Presbyterian Church in Kerrville. They prefer physical cards that they can share with those who need them.
First Presbyterian Church
800 Jefferson St
Kerrville, TX 78028 - Donate to HEB
- Donate blood
- Learn to talk with children about tragedies
- Thank local first responders
- Pray for the victims’ families (below is a prayer from the National UCC office)
Gracious God,
We find ourselves in difficult times as we sit in solidarity with our family in Christ that has been affected by the significant flooding in Kerr County, Texas and beyond.
We thank you for always being beside us as we continue to learn more about the devastation caused by this storm.
We pray for the families that have lost a loved one, we pray for the families that are facing uncertainty as they await news about their loved ones, and we pray for those who have lost their homes and businesses.
We ask that you provide us with strength as we grieve together, pray together, and rebuild together.
We trust in your greatness that you will bring peace to all those affected by this storm.
In Jesus name we pray. Amen.
