On Sept. 27, 2024, Hurricane Helene ripped through the southeastern United States. Portions of Western North Carolina were hit especially hard, leaving a wake of destruction from which it will take years to recover.
Our members are safe and accounted for, thankfully, and there was no damage to our church property. Most folks reported interruptions of cell service, WiFi, water, and/or power with no other major impact. There is, however, significant damage in other parts of Jackson County and beyond — especially towards, in, and past Asheville. So, we are grieving and bewildered, even as we remember the words of Psalm 46: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.”
How you can help:
Please PRAY for all who are in need.
DONATIONS of bottled water, cleaning supplies, nonperishable prepackaged food, diapers, and hygiene products can be delivered to our church Fellowship Hall for distribution. You can also bring them to the old Western Builders building in Dillsboro (198 WBI Dr., Sylva) daily between 8am and 8pm. You can also drop off sliced bread, peanut butter, and jelly to The Community Table (23 Central St, Sylva). We are not currently taking donations at the church.
You can provide FINANCIAL GIFTS to the Presbytery of Western NC’s emergency fund (write “PWNC relief” in the memo line of your check), or give to our ministry partners:
Click this link to VOLUNTEER with Jackson County. You can add your name to their list and they will contact you when needs arise. We are also working on specific work projects as a church, and will have more information posted about these soon.
Thank you!
