Texas flooding relief efforts

I want to update you on our relief efforts for those affected by the terrible flooding in Texas. This morning, I met via Zoom with leaders from the South Central District of WELS and members of the WELS Christian Aid and Relief Commission to discuss options for giving assistance to those who are suffering. Last week we sent an initial gift of $10,000 through Direct Relief to help provide medical assistance to those impacted by the floodings.

Most of the relief work that is being done currently is “above our pay grade” (search and rescue, heavy equipment, recovery of bodies, etc.). It has been our experience that often there is a lot of help right in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, but then that help dwindles as the weeks and months pass. So, we will continue to look for opportunities to help those who “slip through the cracks” or who need extra assistance. We will also continue to communicate with our congregational and district leaders in Texas. If you know of one of our families that has been affected by the flooding and needs assistance, please reach out to me (contact information below).

As always, we thank you for your concern and compassion, your generosity and support. To God alone be the glory!

Pastor Dan Sims
Director, WELS Christian Aid and Relief
414-256-3204
[email protected]