name: Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - 2010 Haiti Earthquake Response -> Florida Baptist Disaster Relief [tarping, chainsawing, debri removal]
notes: Florida Baptist Relief Haiti Blog: http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ HAITI Update FROM THE BLOG: Florida Baptist Assessment Team Arrives in Haiti January 18, 2010 by DR Assoc Dir Article by Dr. John Sullivan A two-person Florida Baptist Convention assessment team arrived in Port-au-Prince, Sunday, Jan. 17, and is in the process of determining how Florida Baptists can meet needs and provide assistance to the residents of the earthquake-damaged city. The team consists of Dennis Wilbanks, associate, Partnership Missions Department, and Joseph Gaston, director of the Language Haitian Church Development Department. While in the Haiti airport, Gaston, a native of Port-au-Prince, led a Haitian woman to faith in Christ. Wilbanks directed the Convention’s disaster response in Haiti after five previous hurricanes. In preparation for the response, the Convention has purchased 21 tons of rice to be transported to Miami and readied for shipment to Haiti. Wilbanks reported that the Convention-owned mission house is severely damaged but may be useable. “This will be among our first rebuild priority because it will allow us to facilitate construction teams and clean up crews much more quickly,” said John Sullivan, executive director-treasurer of the Florida Baptist Convention. The house, located in Port-au-Prince between the airport and city, will be the base of operations for the Convention’s relief efforts. The mission house sleeps nearly 50 volunteers at a time and provides food and safety for mission teams traveling into Haiti. “We anticipate having a word this week about our churches in Port-au-Prince, as well as our pastors’ homes,” he added. “These are our brothers and sisters serving Christ in this difficult nation.” Wilbanks will be working with seven national missionaries serving in Haiti as employees of the Florida Baptist Convention who have been reported to have survived the earthquake. They are believed to be assessing damage within their churches and communities. “These men have been trained in disaster relief by the Florida Baptist Convention,” said John Sullivan, executive director-treasurer. “They know their country, their people and have experience responding in the aftermath of hurricanes. We are grateful to God that they are safe and are there to minister to the Haitian people.” Craig Culbreth, director of the Convention’s Partnership Missions Department, who has traveled to Haiti 60 times in the past 11 years, and Fritz Wilson, director of the Disaster Relief and Recovery Department are scheduled to travel to Haiti on Tuesday, Jan. 19. Florida Baptists’ 15-year partnership with Haiti Baptists has resulted in the starting of 892 congregations across the nation. Financial contributions are being received to secure food and humanitarian assistance. Florida Baptists and their churches can contribute directly to the Florida Baptist Convention. Every dollar donated will be used to purchase food and to provide humanitarian resources. All administrative costs are being underwritten by the Cooperative Program and Maguire State Mission Offering. Gifts can be sent to the Florida Baptist Convention at 1230 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, Fl 32207, designated “disaster relief.” Contributions by credit card can be made through the Convention’s website: www.flbaptist.org. Updates on the Convention’s response efforts in Haiti will be posted on the website: www.flbaptistdisaster.org. ---------------------------------------------------------- from - http://www.volunteerfloridadisaster.org/HaitiOrgs.html Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - The Florida Baptist Convention conducts regular work in Haiti and is identifying ways to provide relief to survivors. Maintains a mission house that is located about 17 miles from the epicenter and in past disasters provided food (rice & beans), clothing, and other supplies distributed through partner churches. Works in partnership with Baptist Global Response (Southern Baptist International Disaster Organization) and North American Mission Board. NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ -> Hurricane Helene response: Florida Baptists Disaster Relief Public Assistance: 904-253-0502 or text Helene to 27123 Free Assistance for homeowners affected by the disaster. Volunteers may be able to assist with Storm Debris Cleanup, Temporary Roof Tarping, Chainsaw work and Muck outs source: FEMA 2010 Haiti Earthquake Response: Florida Baptist Relief Haiti Blog: http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ 2010 HAITI Update FROM THE BLOG: Florida Baptist Assessment Team Arrives in Haiti January 18, 2010 by DR Assoc Dir Article by Dr. John Sullivan A two-person Florida Baptist Convention assessment team arrived in Port-au-Prince, Sunday, Jan. 17, and is in the process of determining how Florida Baptists can meet needs and provide assistance to the residents of the earthquake-damaged city. The team consists of Dennis Wilbanks, associate, Partnership Missions Department, and Joseph Gaston, director of the Language Haitian Church Development Department. While in the Haiti airport, Gaston, a native of Port-au-Prince, led a Haitian woman to faith in Christ. Wilbanks directed the Convention’s disaster response in Haiti after five previous hurricanes. In preparation for the response, the Convention has purchased 21 tons of rice to be transported to Miami and readied for shipment to Haiti. Wilbanks reported that the Convention-owned mission house is severely damaged but may be useable. “This will be among our first rebuild priority because it will allow us to facilitate construction teams and clean up crews much more quickly,” said John Sullivan, executive director-treasurer of the Florida Baptist Convention. The house, located in Port-au-Prince between the airport and city, will be the base of operations for the Convention’s relief efforts. The mission house sleeps nearly 50 volunteers at a time and provides food and safety for mission teams traveling into Haiti. “We anticipate having a word this week about our churches in Port-au-Prince, as well as our pastors’ homes,” he added. “These are our brothers and sisters serving Christ in this difficult nation.” Wilbanks will be working with seven national missionaries serving in Haiti as employees of the Florida Baptist Convention who have been reported to have survived the earthquake. They are believed to be assessing damage within their churches and communities. “These men have been trained in disaster relief by the Florida Baptist Convention,” said John Sullivan, executive director-treasurer. “They know their country, their people and have experience responding in the aftermath of hurricanes. We are grateful to God that they are safe and are there to minister to the Haitian people.” Craig Culbreth, director of the Convention’s Partnership Missions Department, who has traveled to Haiti 60 times in the past 11 years, and Fritz Wilson, director of the Disaster Relief and Recovery Department are scheduled to travel to Haiti on Tuesday, Jan. 19. Florida Baptists’ 15-year partnership with Haiti Baptists has resulted in the starting of 892 congregations across the nation. Financial contributions are being received to secure food and humanitarian assistance. Florida Baptists and their churches can contribute directly to the Florida Baptist Convention. Every dollar donated will be used to purchase food and to provide humanitarian resources. All administrative costs are being underwritten by the Cooperative Program and Maguire State Mission Offering. Gifts can be sent to the Florida Baptist Convention at 1230 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, Fl 32207, designated “disaster relief.” Contributions by credit card can be made through the Convention’s website: www.flbaptist.org. Updates on the Convention’s response efforts in Haiti will be posted on the website: www.flbaptistdisaster.org. ---------------------------------------------------------- from - http://www.volunteerfloridadisaster.org/HaitiOrgs.html Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - The Florida Baptist Convention conducts regular work in Haiti and is identifying ways to provide relief to survivors. Maintains a mission house that is located about 17 miles from the epicenter and in past disasters provided food (rice & beans), clothing, and other supplies distributed through partner churches. Works in partnership with Baptist Global Response (Southern Baptist International Disaster Organization) and North American Mission Board. NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/
region: Haiti, Caribbean -> FL/Haiti

region: Haiti, Carribean -> Haiti, Caribbean

notes: Florida Baptist Relief Haiti Blog: http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ ---------------------------------------------------------- from - http://www.volunteerfloridadisaster.org/HaitiOrgs.html Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - The Florida Baptist Convention conducts regular work in Haiti and is identifying ways to provide relief to survivors. Maintains a mission house that is located about 17 miles from the epicenter and in past disasters provided food (rice & beans), clothing, and other supplies distributed through partner churches. Works in partnership with Baptist Global Response (Southern Baptist International Disaster Organization) and North American Mission Board. NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ -> Florida Baptist Relief Haiti Blog: http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ HAITI Update FROM THE BLOG: Florida Baptist Assessment Team Arrives in Haiti January 18, 2010 by DR Assoc Dir Article by Dr. John Sullivan A two-person Florida Baptist Convention assessment team arrived in Port-au-Prince, Sunday, Jan. 17, and is in the process of determining how Florida Baptists can meet needs and provide assistance to the residents of the earthquake-damaged city. The team consists of Dennis Wilbanks, associate, Partnership Missions Department, and Joseph Gaston, director of the Language Haitian Church Development Department. While in the Haiti airport, Gaston, a native of Port-au-Prince, led a Haitian woman to faith in Christ. Wilbanks directed the Convention’s disaster response in Haiti after five previous hurricanes. In preparation for the response, the Convention has purchased 21 tons of rice to be transported to Miami and readied for shipment to Haiti. Wilbanks reported that the Convention-owned mission house is severely damaged but may be useable. “This will be among our first rebuild priority because it will allow us to facilitate construction teams and clean up crews much more quickly,” said John Sullivan, executive director-treasurer of the Florida Baptist Convention. The house, located in Port-au-Prince between the airport and city, will be the base of operations for the Convention’s relief efforts. The mission house sleeps nearly 50 volunteers at a time and provides food and safety for mission teams traveling into Haiti. “We anticipate having a word this week about our churches in Port-au-Prince, as well as our pastors’ homes,” he added. “These are our brothers and sisters serving Christ in this difficult nation.” Wilbanks will be working with seven national missionaries serving in Haiti as employees of the Florida Baptist Convention who have been reported to have survived the earthquake. They are believed to be assessing damage within their churches and communities. “These men have been trained in disaster relief by the Florida Baptist Convention,” said John Sullivan, executive director-treasurer. “They know their country, their people and have experience responding in the aftermath of hurricanes. We are grateful to God that they are safe and are there to minister to the Haitian people.” Craig Culbreth, director of the Convention’s Partnership Missions Department, who has traveled to Haiti 60 times in the past 11 years, and Fritz Wilson, director of the Disaster Relief and Recovery Department are scheduled to travel to Haiti on Tuesday, Jan. 19. Florida Baptists’ 15-year partnership with Haiti Baptists has resulted in the starting of 892 congregations across the nation. Financial contributions are being received to secure food and humanitarian assistance. Florida Baptists and their churches can contribute directly to the Florida Baptist Convention. Every dollar donated will be used to purchase food and to provide humanitarian resources. All administrative costs are being underwritten by the Cooperative Program and Maguire State Mission Offering. Gifts can be sent to the Florida Baptist Convention at 1230 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, Fl 32207, designated “disaster relief.” Contributions by credit card can be made through the Convention’s website: www.flbaptist.org. Updates on the Convention’s response efforts in Haiti will be posted on the website: www.flbaptistdisaster.org. ---------------------------------------------------------- from - http://www.volunteerfloridadisaster.org/HaitiOrgs.html Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - The Florida Baptist Convention conducts regular work in Haiti and is identifying ways to provide relief to survivors. Maintains a mission house that is located about 17 miles from the epicenter and in past disasters provided food (rice & beans), clothing, and other supplies distributed through partner churches. Works in partnership with Baptist Global Response (Southern Baptist International Disaster Organization) and North American Mission Board. NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/

organization: -> Faith-Based, Disaster Response, Relief & Recovery

mission: Help By ministering to physical needs through moving downed trees from homes, securing tarps over roofs, and doing what it takes to make a dwelling safe and secure. Healing By ministering to emotional needs through spending time with, listening to and caring for disaster survivors. Hope By ministering to spiritual needs through sharing the gospel by our example, words and literature, and connecting people to local churches. -> Help: By ministering to physical needs through moving downed trees from homes, securing tarps over roofs, and doing what it takes to make a dwelling safe and secure. Healing: By ministering to emotional needs through spending time with, listening to and caring for disaster survivors. Hope: By ministering to spiritual needs through sharing the gospel by our example, words and literature, and connecting people to local churches.

name: Florida Baptist Disaster Relief -> Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - 2010 Haiti Earthquake Response

notes: from - http://www.volunteerfloridadisaster.org/HaitiOrgs.html Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - The Florida Baptist Convention conducts regular work in Haiti and is identifying ways to provide relief to survivors. Maintains a mission house that is located about 17 miles from the epicenter and in past disasters provided food (rice & beans), clothing, and other supplies distributed through partner churches. Works in partnership with Baptist Global Response (Southern Baptist International Disaster Organization) and North American Mission Board. NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ -> Florida Baptist Relief Haiti Blog: http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ ---------------------------------------------------------- from - http://www.volunteerfloridadisaster.org/HaitiOrgs.html Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - The Florida Baptist Convention conducts regular work in Haiti and is identifying ways to provide relief to survivors. Maintains a mission house that is located about 17 miles from the epicenter and in past disasters provided food (rice & beans), clothing, and other supplies distributed through partner churches. Works in partnership with Baptist Global Response (Southern Baptist International Disaster Organization) and North American Mission Board. NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/
region: -> Haiti, Carribean
areas_served: -> Haiti

notes: NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/ -> from - http://www.volunteerfloridadisaster.org/HaitiOrgs.html Florida Baptist Disaster Relief - The Florida Baptist Convention conducts regular work in Haiti and is identifying ways to provide relief to survivors. Maintains a mission house that is located about 17 miles from the epicenter and in past disasters provided food (rice & beans), clothing, and other supplies distributed through partner churches. Works in partnership with Baptist Global Response (Southern Baptist International Disaster Organization) and North American Mission Board. NEWS - http://fldrnu.wordpress.com/
mission: Help By ministering to physical needs through moving downed trees from homes, securing tarps over roofs, and doing what it takes to make a dwelling safe and secure. Healing By ministering to emotional needs through spending time with, listening to and caring for disaster survivors. Hope By ministering to spiritual needs through sharing the gospel by our example, words and literature, and connecting people to local churches. -> Help By ministering to physical needs through moving downed trees from homes, securing tarps over roofs, and doing what it takes to make a dwelling safe and secure. Healing By ministering to emotional needs through spending time with, listening to and caring for disaster survivors. Hope By ministering to spiritual needs through sharing the gospel by our example, words and literature, and connecting people to local churches.