The men of Woodmont Baptist Church (WBC) currently pray in the sanctuary every Sunday morning before worship service at 8:00. This is an informal prayer time.
Currently there are several men’s fellowship groups that meet during the week. The goal is to have all men of the church in a small fellowship group that meets on a regular basis.
Why Are Southern Baptists Involved In Disaster Relief?
-Disaster relief volunteers feel the call of God to minister in disaster situations.
-Disasters require a rapid response to spiritual and physical needs.
-The Southern Baptist Disaster Relief comes from a desire to represent Jesus Christ in the middle of a crisis. Jesus calls for us to demonstrate love to those affected by disasters through the use of resources, talents, and time entrusted to us. (See Matt. 25:34-40)
How Are Southern Baptist Involved In Disaster Relief?
-Disaster relief volunteers stand ready at a moment's notice to help the hurting and bring hope in a crisis.
-Southern Baptist churches, associations, and state conventions have purchased vehicles and equipment.
-More than 28,500 Southern Baptist volunteers have prepared themselves to assist during a crisis event.
-The Southern Baptist Disaster Relief effort has gained national and international recognition for its work.
Categories Of Disaster Relief:
Emergency Relief: An immediate response to a disaster. It begins within 24 to 48 hours after a disaster and lasts up to 6 weeks. It provides basic life support systems such as food and shelter.
Recovery: A period of a few days after a disaster to up to 3 months. It is marked by a resumption of utilities. People start to put their lives back together again during this period.
Long-Term Rebuild: A period after a disaster that is from 4 months to 2 years. Long-term rebuild provides emotional as well as physical support.
A Brief History of Southern Baptist Relief:
-Southern Baptist Disaster Relief began in 1966 when the Southern Baptist Convention authorized $50,000 to use in relief efforts.
-In 1972 the first mobile feeding unit went into operation in a central Texas disaster.
-In 1973 Southern Baptists responded to an earthquake in Nicaragua.
-In 1973 the 18-wheeler feeding unit and volunteers responded to Hurricane Fifi in devastated Honduras.
-In 1981 Alabama's State Convention established disaster relief mobile units.
-In 1986 the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief signed a Statement of Understanding with the American Red Cross to work together and provide leadership and coordination with each other.
-In 2004, 497 mobile units and more than 28,500 trained volunteers from 39 state Baptist Conventions existed.
