The Mission
When disaster strikes, Church of the Brethren Disaster Response provides
volunteers to clean up debris and to repair or rebuild homes for disaster
survivors who lack sufficient resources to hire a contractor or other paid
labor. The presence of these volunteer work teams helps to ease the trauma
that is felt in the aftermath of a disaster.
History
Carry
each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.
(Gal. 6:2 NIV)
Challenged by this Biblical mandate to "carry each other's
burdens," the Church of the Brethren traditionally has been involved in
the relief of suffering, whether caused by war, strife or natural disaster.
Formerly known as Brethren Disaster Services, the Disaster Response program
was originally part of the Brethren Service Commission, which was established
in 1941.
The
myrtle wood service cup was adopted in 1942 as a symbol for Brethren Service
at the Asheville, N.C. Annual Conference. The logo (see top of page),
designed by Annette Mowe, symbolizes reconciliation as the Germantown
communion cup is being passed from one person to another.
2007 Auction Summary by Roy Johnson
