Kansas weather in the spring is often unpredictable . . . and we've once again witnessed the disasters that can occur from acts of nature here in Kansas. Our hearts and prayers go out to the students, families and the entire community of Greensburg as they work toward rebuilding their town and to the families around the state who have been displaced by flooding or other related events the past few days.
We have contacted the local Red Cross office in Topeka and were told the best thing anyone can do is to make monetary donations for assistance to those affected by the tornado in Greensburg or the flooding in Northeast Kansas or other related natural disasters. Checks should be made payable to the American Red Cross. Designate the recipient (i.e., Greensburg tornado, Northeast Kansas flood victims, etc.) and mail checks to:
American Red Cross
1221 SW 17thTopeka, KS 66604
The local red cross will make sure the money gets to the appropriate place.
The following note was taken from the Greensburg School District website (http://www.usd422.org/):
The administration of Greensburg High School would like to send the message of hope and perseverance. In the spirit of not dropping our heads and letting this tragedy get us down, GHS would like to encourage the Ranger student athletes to continue to compete in their respective sports. We would also like to relay to seniors that we will hold a graduation ceremony. Details about graduation will be posted as soon as we get everything arranged.
Due to the fact that everyone is scattered, we will attempt to keep as many people up to date right here on usd422.org.
UPDATE
FROM THE INFORMATION WE'VE RECEIVED SO FAR, THERE ARE AT LEAST 10 FAMILES THAT ARE MEMBERS OF THE CHURCH THAT LOST THEIR HOMES IN THE TORNADO FRIDAY NIGHT THAT STRUCK GREENSBURG. WE ARE SENDING TEAMS TO THE AREA AND WILL KEEP YOU UPDATED. PLEASE CONTINUE TO KEEP THOSE AFFECTED AS WELL AS THOSE MINISTERING TO THEM IN YOUR PRAYERS.
FUNDING IS ALSO NEEDED FOR THIS DISASTER. IF IT IS IN YOUR HEART TO HELP IN THIS WAY, YOU MAY DO SO ONLINE OR BY POSTAL MAIL TO: CHURCHES OF CHRIST DISASTER RESPONSE TEAMC/O MELBOURNE CHURCH OF CHRIST810 HOLLYWOOD BLVD.WEST MELBOURNE, FLORIDA 32904
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