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The motivation behind Southern Baptist Disaster Relief efforts can be summed up in one phrase. “A cup of cold water in Jesus’ name.” Southern Baptist Disaster Relief is following the example Jesus established when He fed 5,000 and the 4,000 and His teachings in the parable of the Good Samaritan and Matthew 25:31-46.

Southern Baptist Disaster Relief is Christian love in action. It is meeting the urgent needs of hurting humanity in crisis situations with loving care and a timely response as James 2:15-16 instructs us to do.

The Southern Baptist Disaster Relief logo incorporates two types of ministry, physical and spiritual, exemplified by Christ.

To: Hawaii Pacific Baptist Pastors
 
From: John Vaughn, Director, Hawaii Pacific Baptist Disaster Relief
 
Subjects: Guidelines for community outreach, making masks, and reporting ministry
 
1. Guidelines
Several churches have been involved in feeding their elderly and vulnerable church members as well as people in their community. This also includes those experiencing job losses and economic challenges. This is a real opportunity of ministry to your congregation and community. I have been asked by several pastors for a set of guidelines for those volunteers involved in feeding ministry during this Covid-19 Pandemic.
 
 
2. Masks
Another ministry that can be done in the home by those who can sew is the making of cloth masks. We want to save the N-95 masks for medical personnel and first responders. The Governor of Hawaii has recommended everyone wear a mask when they are out of their homes. My wife has been busy making masks using the Olson pattern (found on Pinterest and YouTube). However, there are many patterns out there and your volunteers can use any pattern they want. Use these masks for those in your community who need them.
 
3. Reporting Ministry
We at Southern Baptist Disaster Relief are trying to keep track of what churches are doing to minister to their congregations and communities. When your church ministers, please e-mail me the number of meals or bags of groceries, the number of volunteers, and the total number of volunteer hours. Also share what other items you distribute (i.e. Toilet Paper, diapers, wipes, feminine hygiene products, etc.).
 
Thank you for encouraging your people to share God’s love during such challenging times. If I can help in any way, please contact me. May God bless you as you serve Him where He has planted you.
 
Bringing Help, Hope, and Healing,
John Vaughn, Director
Hawaii Pacific Baptist Disaster Relief
(808) 255-7359
disasterrelief@hpbaptist.net
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS (Hurricane Season)

Hawaii Hurricane Season starts June 1st through November 30th. However the weather does not know we have a time frame! Weather can happen anytime especially here in Hawaii. It is time to update or start your preparedness kits.
I have a link to our Family Preparedness Manual that will help you prepare for all disasters. Remember in Hawaii and the Pacific you should have fourteen days of food, water and supplies instead of three days for the mainland.

FAMILY PREPAREDNESS MANUAL