Flood Survivor Gatherings
Community Sessions, led by Anissa Gardner Walz, LMLP
Anyone that experiences a disaster, like the Osawatomie flood, is touched by its effects. Surviving the flood and working through the after math is stressful. Over time, the stress can lead to feelings of anger, frustration, or sadness. In some cases, it results in mood swings, short temper, or difficulty balancing everyday life.
People are invited to come discuss their flood experiences, how they are doing now, and what possibilities the future holds.
These sessions are provided free of charge,
as a community service to the adults of Osawatomie.
Where: Presbyterian Place - 334 Main Street
(house to the East of the church building)
When: Beginning July 16th
Mondays 6:00pm to 7:00pm for Flood Survivors
7:00pm to 8:00pm for Host Families
Thursdays 10:00am to 11:00am for Flood Survivors
11:00am to 12:00pm for Host Families
To be included in a group PLEASE notify by one of the following methods:
Email Anissa - anissa@rantw.com or call at (913) 620-4880
stop by the Presbyterian Church at 4th & Main
Contact the Presbyterian Church (913) 755-3964.
Lisa Hastings has found a link for Osawatomie’s daily press release. Hope this is helpful for some of you most deeply affected.
http://www.osawatomieks.org/news.html
What has been done by your church this week for flood victims?
Now at least 3 weeks after the flood, we at First Presbyterian are overwhelmed and deeply grateful for the generous and prayerful response of so many.
· The First Presbyterian Flood Fund stands ready to assist those victimized by the flood.
· The Response Team is meeting regularly to make recommendations to our church session and board of Deacons regarding the long term response.
· 13 churches throughout Heartland Presbytery stand ready to help us by adopting families who were affected.
· Many friends from across the nation have sent letters and gifts of support.
· Presbyterian Disaster Relief visited our site and has provided us with relief funds.
Ultimately, we are very fortunate that we were flooded by something much more powerful than water. We are buoyed up by Christian care and commitment to the community.
On behalf of a grateful congregation, we thank you.
