We have this information available from United Church of Christ leaders preparing for Hurricane Ike:

The UCC South Central Conference (SCC) is prepared for the arrival of Hurricane Ike. Douglas Anders, Conference Minister, in the weekly local church e-newsletter has provided web links and phone numbers for pastors and members who may need immediate relief following the hurricane. Additionally, several conference members have agreed to be points of contact for pastors in the path of Hurricane Ike.

UCC members in Texas and other locations that will feel the effects of this hurricane are encouraged to follow the advice of county emergency management officers – if advised to evacuate, leave the area. The SCC e-newsletter included a link to evacuation routes.

National Disaster Ministries staff in Cleveland have been in contact with the Conference Minister and contact persons in the conference and are ready to respond as appropriate.

Please keep all people on the Gulf Coast who are being impacted by hurricanes this season in your prayers. To assist with UCC recovery efforts, please give generously to the OGHS, 2008 Hurricane Recovery Appeal.

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