Disaster response workers in Georgia have begun to assist with cleanup efforts following the tornadoes. A work day for volunteers is scheduled for Saturday, February 19, and more volunteers will be needed in the future. Please call the Volunteer Line (800) 918-3100. The UMCOR disaster response coordinator requests that no material resources be sent into the area, as they are already inundated with donations. Your gifts to UMCOR's Domestic Disaster Response, #901670-1, designated "Georgia Tornadoes" will assist those who must rebuild their homes and lives.

   UMCOR has sent an emergency response grant to the Methodist Church of Indonesia to support reconciliation efforts. Christian and Muslim religious leaders are working to calm the tensions and community strife that remain following the recent riots. To support this work, please give to UMCOR's Indonesia Emergency, Advance #217400-8.

   Mozambique and South Africa are experiencing catastrophic flooding. UMCOR has sent initial emergency response funds to our church partners in both countries which will be used to purchase tents, food, medicine and other relief items. UMCOR is also sending a shipment of medicine and two mobile water purification plants to Mozambique. Please join in the response efforts by giving to UMCOR Advance #156500-0. You may designate either "Mozambique" or "South Africa". (See also: UMCOR Responds to Floods in Mozambique and South Africa, UMNS, February 15, 2000)

Gifts may be made through local United Methodist churches, or by calling 1-800-554-8583.Credit card donations are accepted. (Read more about how you can help UMCOR's emergency responses.)

    Please pray for all who suffer from natural and human-made disasters, hunger, and poverty.