UNITED CHURCH RESPONSE TO ALBERTA FLOODS

Greetings from the General Council Office, 

Information related to The United Church of Canada's 
response to the Alberta floods has now been updated on the 
church's website. 
http://www.unitedchurch.ca/communications/news/response/130626

HOW YOU CAN HELP 

PRAY 

At this difficult time the people in Alberta affected by the floods need 
our prayers. We also need to thank and pray for the safety of 
emergency personnel engaged in search and rescue, and the Red 
Cross and Canadian Forces that are assisting them. Some people 
are living in fear for those thought to have been carried away by the 
floods and who remain missing. We know a few families are already 
grieving the loss of loved ones. We pray for all those whose lives 
have been disrupted and who have suffered great loss. As we hold 
them in prayer, let us also remember those who seek to provide 
support and counsel. We think of clergy who will be working hard to 
draw communities together, and for city officials, public servants, 
and town managers for their tireless efforts to bring stability. 
As Isaiah assured the people of God's presence so long ago, 
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through 
the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you" (Isaiah 43:1). 

DONATE 

Any donations received and designated for "Alberta floods" will be 
used to support Albertans in need, including Aboriginal communities 
and people. 

Donations can be made: 
. Online via our secure donation page 
www.gifttool.com/donations/Donate?ID=1955&AID=2826

. By cheque, money order, or Visa or MasterCard information with 
donation amount to: 

 The United Church of Canada 
 Philanthropy Unit-Emergency Response for Alberta 
 3250 Bloor St. West, Suite 300 
 Toronto, ON M8X 2Y4 

IMPORTANT: Make your cheque payable to The United Church of 
Canada. Please be sure to note "Alberta floods" on the face of the 
cheque. 

For more information contact: 
Gary Kenny 
 Program Coordinator, Emergency Response and International 
Development 
 The United Church of Canada 
 Tel: 416-231-7680 ext. 4051 
 Toll-free: 1-800-268-3781 ext. 4051 
 E-mail: gkenny@united-church.ca