News & Updates | Posted Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Five children explained what each part of the “plus” means in CWS Blankets+ and then they put the “plus” together on the large blanket during the Children’s Moment of the service… I made black “pluses” to put on the windows in the Sanctuary, one for every $50 collected. Last year Churchill Memorial United Methodist Church donated $1567 to Blankets+, so …
News & Updates | Posted Friday, January 27, 2012
“Zion U.C.C. in Henderson, Ky, schedules the Church World Service Blankets+ appeal in the Advent-Christmas season. We use posters to announce the effort and publish it with a list of mission projects. We have a CWS blanket displayed and used in our youth and children’s sermon during worship. During the presentation, which frankly is just as much for the adults …
News & Updates | Posted Tuesday, September 27, 2011
“My congregation is enthused about being part of the Blankets+ Program, because they know that their contributions are making a big difference in people’s lives, and in the future of entire communities. Blankets+ is an investment that pays long-term dividends in the form of better health, higher standards of living, and environmental preservation in areas of the world where the …
News & Updates | Posted Tuesday, February 4, 2025
CWS continues to play a crucial role in California’s wildfire recovery by helping establish the Wildfire Resource Hub, which provides a wide array of services, from emergency aid to long-term recovery support. With a focus on both immediate relief and emotional care, the Hub serves as a vital resource for those affected by the fires. A Vital Support Hub for …
News & Updates | Posted Friday, January 10, 2025
A Rich History of Community For nearly 160 years, the Saint James AME Church in Live Oak, Florida, has been a fundamental haven in the community. Before African Americans were allowed to go to school or worship freely, they gathered in this sacred space. Today, the church continues to serve as both a place of worship and a source of …
California Wildfires Relief Fund Los Angeles County is grappling with a devastating wildfire crisis, as multiple fires spread rapidly across the region. Now, more than ever, you can support the most vulnerable communities during this critical time. Your compassionate action can remind our neighbors —through every step of their journey from response to recovery—that they are not alone.California Wild Fire …
News & Updates | Posted Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Updated: February 6, 2025 Appeal Code: 6291 Situation: Wildfires across Los Angeles County have surged overnight, prompting mandatory evacuation orders for over 200,000 residents with more than 700 people taking refuge in nine shelters, as powerful Santa Ana winds exacerbate the crisis. As of Wednesday, January 22, 2025, approximately 34,000 individuals were still under evacuation orders. California Governor Gavin Newsom …
We are so happy you have come to visit us! We totally get it! You’re an ecofriendly colleague who prefers not to be burdened with piles of paper after an event. And who wants to wrestle with overstuffed luggage at the airport, right? Plus, we know how much you enjoy sharing our materials with your team. So, guess what? We’ve …
News & Updates | Posted Friday, October 11, 2024
Living out their mission of service, the Southern Ohio Brethren Disaster Ministries recently assembled 500 CWS Emergency Cleanup Buckets in a community effort that continues their long-standing tradition of supporting those affected by disasters. Inspired by the scripture “Serve one another in love” (Galatians 5:13), the group, led by Burt and Helen Wolf, works year-round to organize fundraisers and rally …
News & Updates | Posted Thursday, October 10, 2024
In the wake of two devastating hurricanes—Helene and Milton—communities across the southeastern United States are grappling with unimaginable destruction. Entire neighborhoods have been leveled, roads washed away, and families are left facing the daunting task of rebuilding their lives. The damage began with Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in the Big Bend area of Florida, leaving a trail of …