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REQUEST OR OFFER HELP
We have created a simple submission form where you can offer donated items, temporary housing, or make requests for support. SUBMIT NOW >>
DISTRICT SUPPORT CONTACTS
If you or your church needs support or would like to offer help, please reach out to a designated contact from your district below for coordination:
WEST: Rev. Allison Mark, revallison@faithsouthbay.org
NORTH: Rev. Alex Powell, info@bfumc.net, 818-845-1531
EAST: Dorman Jung, depjung9@gmail.com
CALPAC: Rev. Dr. Denyse Barnes, dbarnes@calpacumc.org
IMMIGRATION TRAINING MOVED ONLINE
The immigration action training scheduled for Wednesday, January 15 has moved online. You can still register to receive the Zoom link here: REGISTER NOW >>
NORTH DISTRICT SERVICE OF LAMENT ON SUNDAY
Join us at First UMC Pasadena on Sunday, January 19, at 3pm for a service of lament, comfort, strength, support & healing.
Bishop Dottie Escobedo-Frank will bring a message of Lament and Hope.
There will also be resources of support, such as Gift Cards, Water, Masks, Clothes, Hub Insurance Reps, Grief Counselors, and a meal.
RESOURCES
SUPPLIES AVAILABLE
Tomorrow (Tuesday) we will receive another large shipment of supplies to First UMC of Pasadena. If you are in need of shelf stable milk or water, please visit their Instagram page for daily distribution times. In addition, many supplies will be available on Friday from 10am-3pm. 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101; (626) 796-0157
GRIEF THERAPY
Therapy UnScripted has opened up 100 client slots for victims of the fires. These slots are $39-$50 on a pay-what-you-can basis via telehealth. They have immediate availability and we will offer this service for as long as needed. They are an affirming site and welcome all individuals.
To get started, contact executive director Michael Anthony Nalepa at StrengthBasedTherapy@gmail.com. He will match the person with a therapist who can best fit their needs. Please mention the fires specifically for this discounted rate.
NOTE: Therapy UnScripted will also be launching multiple free online support group — utilizing mindfulness, EMDR and eco-psychotherapy. Stay tuned on these offerings!
SURVIVOR’S RESOURCES
We’re beginning a list of some external resources that may be helpful for those affected by the fires in Los Angeles on our website. READ MORE >>
WESPATH NATURAL DISASTER RESOURCE
Wespath has provided a document that has some helpful information for plan participants and resources applicable to anyone impacted by the wind and fires. DOWNLOAD NOW >>
HOW TO HELP
TARGET GIFT CARDS
We are collecting gift cards to Target for clothing and other immediate needs items. Please send gift cards of any denomination to the conference office for distribution:
Denyse Barnes
c/o California-Pacific Annual Conference
PO Box 6006
Pasadena, CA 91102-6006
MONETARY DONATIONS:
We’ve set up a special fund – the Los Angeles Fires Recovery Fund – where you can contribute directly towards relief and recovery from the effects of the winds and firestorms this week. www.calpacumc.org/donate
Check donations payable to the California-Pacific Conference can be mailed to California-Pacific Conference, Los Angeles Fires Recovery Fund, PO Box 6006, Pasadena CA 91102.
If you’d like to include a QR code to donate in your worship bulletins or slides this weekend, you can download that at this link.
GRIEF COUNSELORS
As our communities process the trauma and loss they’ve experienced this week, we’re hoping to share access to grief counselors in our network. If you or someone you know is qualified to support this need, please reach out to Rev. Dr. Denyse Barnes at dbarnes@calpacumc.org.
