“And all who believed were together and had all things in common.” Acts 2:44

Dear PCA Family,
And now Nashville…On May 2 and 3, 2010 torrential rains fell in the Nashville, TN area and resulted in record flooding. Rain totals in some areas were greater than 17 inches and the Cumberland River crested at nearly 52 feet, a level not seen since 1937, before the Army Corp of Engineers and the Tennessee Valley Authority established flood control measures in the area.

At least 60 PCA members’ homes were flooded; almost 100% are without flood insurance. The number of PCA families directly impacted by this disaster is substantial and certainly among the highest in our history from one disaster.

Your participation is requested: MNA Disaster Response is assisting the churches of Nashville Presbytery in responding to this great disaster and urges your participation. The greatest need is for financial grants for each family to care of immediate needs. Many families have lost everything including all personal possessions and even cars. MNA is working with a presbytery established task force to distribute these funds through each church’s diaconal ministry.

Prayerfully consider giving generously to this fund. Gifts of cash may be given by check or credit card; credit card donations may be made on the web site or by phone. Click here or mail your check to MNA designated to Nashville Flood Response. For other giving information please call 678-825-1200.

Relief workers needed: For the next 4-6 weeks muckers, gutters and restorers are welcome and needed. Teams must be self contained, not depending on the local church for hosting. Day trippers from the surrounding presbyteries can make the best impact. A longer term recovery effort is anticipated and in the planning stages. Check the MNA website for details as they develop.

Because needs are being updated by the minute, please contact Sherry Lanier at [email protected] or 678-294-3012 to find out how and when you can volunteer.

May the Lord’s grace and favor shine on our PCA family in Nashville.

Sincerely in Christ,
Arklie Hooten
MNA ShortTerm Missions & Disaster Response Director Mission to North America/Presbyterian Church in America