October 9, 2024

Beloveds,

Hurricane Helene left a wake of death and extensive damage across multiple states in the southeast. As I write, we are waiting to see what damages Milton will inflict. Recovery from these storms will be costly and will take years. Immediate needs are, and likely will be, immense. 

In times of disaster, it can be hard to know how best to help. The Unitarian Universalist Association has a Disaster Relief Fund, which provides direct assistance to congregations and their members, friends, and community partners. Those of you who remember Tennessee tornado damage in 2020 will remember that our two local UU congregations received a grant from this fund to share with the Nashville community. Similarly, there are UU congregations in the areas currently impacted by these hurricanes.

 As you consider where to direct your giving so it will have the most impact, please consider donating to the UUA Disaster Relief Fund. Recently, the demand has outpaced the availability of funds, which are replenished only by the generosity of people just like you and me – members of a community of faith in a relationship of covenant with each other. We need each other when disaster strikes. Giving generously to support our fellow UU’s is a tangible way of living our values of generosity and interdependence. It also lets our fellow UU’s know they are cared for and held in a web of love during an incredibly difficult time. 

To make a donation, Simply follow this link:  https://www.uua.org/giving/areas-support/funds/disaster-response

Yours in in faith and love, no matter the weather, 
Rev. Denise
RevDenise@gnuuc.org