Thanksgiving After the Storm
November 16, 2012 12:42 p.m. EST
Hurricane Sandy is not over. The effects of the superstorm are foremost in the thoughts of residents on Long Island, Jersey Shore, and Staten Island. So many have lost so much. It is devastating to see. But what is encouraging to witness is the outpouring of generosity and service, especially the work being done in Jesus’ name. Read more»
Staten Island Still Reeling from Sandy
November 12, 2012 1:24 p.m. EST
Dazed survivors roamed Staten Island’s sand-covered streets amid ruined bungalows, sagging under the weight of water that rose to the rooftops. Read more»
Alliance Deacon Killed While Helping Sandy Victims
November 6, 2012 4:14 p.m. EST
Phillipsburg Alliance Church deacon was killed while helping hurricane victims. Read more»
Eastern PA District Raises Thousands for Sandy Relief Efforts
November 6, 2012 4:09 p.m. EST
The Alliance family is taking the opportunity to be the Church. Read more»
Just Being Here Means So Much
November 5, 2012 4:26 p.m. EST
When disaster strikes, the Church has its moment to shine. Read more»
Relief Teams Mobilize for Superstorm Sandy
November 5, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. EST
The Metropolitan District has formed a Disaster Relief Team, which has established six relief centers in Alliance churches on the frontline of the affected areas. Read more»
Spanish Eastern District
November 5, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. EST
Rev. Jorge Cuevas, district superintendent of the Spanish Eastern District of the C&MA, reports that none of their churches were destroyed. The church planter of a new work in Far Rockaway (Queens), Rev. Alvaro Glen, and seven other church members lost their homes. However, the church survived the storm and may be used as a refuge center.
Nyack College
November 5, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. EST
As of Monday, November 5, all classes have resumed at the Rockland campus. Classes in Manhattan’s Battery Place facility have been temporarily relocated to the Broadway campus.
How Can I Help?
November 2, 2012 4:35 p.m. EST
Many have asked how they can help with the relief efforts; Here is one suggestion from CAMA’s president.
Metropolitian District Report
November 2, 2012 2:36 p.m. EST
Read additional Hurricane Sandy updates from the Metropolitan District that provide a glimpse into the storm’s devastion.
Update
November 1, 2012 5:28 p.m. EST
- Read an update from Pastor Mike Dryburgh, who serves at King of Kings (Alliance) Community Church in Manahawkin, New Jersey.
- Review an account from Pastor Gennadiy Zavaliy, Russian Church House of Prayer in Brooklyn, New York.
Sandy Damage Update
October 30 1:56 p.m. EST
An initial report from Dr. Bruce Terpstra, superintendent of the Metropolitan (New York) District, indicates that the Center Point Church in Bellmore, Long Island, has been damaged beyond repair and 50 families, including the pastor, may lose their homes. The Metro District is waiting for reports from other churches in the New York City area, where the most severe flooding has been reported.
Update from Nyack College/Alliance Theological Seminary:
All students, faculty, and staff are safe. Power is out indefinitely; generators at Simpson, Christie, Shuman and Boon Halls are operational; many trees are down; damage to buildings is being assessed. Thank you for praying.
Other Updates from Alliance District Personnel:
- Minimal damage in the Mid-Atlantic District; the district office in Frederick, Md. experienced minor flooding and several downed trees; no reports of damage in Delaware, where the storm made landfall
- No reports of damage from the Eastern Pennsylvania District
- No reports of damage from the Northeastern District
- No reports of damage from the Spanish Eastern District
- No reports of damage from the New England District
Superstorm Sandy
Tuesday, October 30, 11:52 a.m. EST
As predicted, Superstorm Sandy wreaked havoc along the Eastern Seaboard and as far inland as the Great Lakes.
We are in the process of gathering reports from Alliance district offices in this region and will provide details on this site as they are reported to us.
Thank you for praying for the millions affected by this catastrophic storm, particularly those in New York City and along the hardest hit coastal communities in New York and New Jersey.
What You Can Do
Pray
The prayers of the Alliance family allow Alliance workers to live and serve all over the world. Pray with the rest of the Alliance family using our weekly Alliance Prayer requests.
Give
- Give to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund and help CAMA, the relief and development arm of The Alliance, spearhead immediate relief efforts. Checks should be made out to CAMA with Hurricane Sandy Relief in the memo line.
- Text “CAMA” to 50555 to donate a one-time $10.00 donation to The Alliance. Charges will appear on your wireless bill, or be deducted from your prepaid balance. All purchases must be authorized by account holder. Must be 18 years of age or have parental permission to participate. Message and Data Rates May Apply. Text STOP to 50555 to STOP. Text HELP to 50555 for HELP. Full Terms: www.mGive.org/T. Review the mGive foundation Privacy Policy.
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