Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is offering a webinar that may assist your ministry and those in your parish social ministry networks. Here is the invitation from FEMA:

Dear Faith and Community Partners,

Today, Tuesday, May 12th, at 5:30 PM (ET) we invite you to join FEMA Region II National Preparedness Division for a webinar on best practices for emergency planning and COVID-19 reconstitution from a faith leader's perspective.

Rev. Dr. Miriam Burnett of the Jones Tabernacle African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia, PA. will talk about her experience as a medical doctor – and pastor – in preparing her congregation as well as the AME Church denomination during times of disaster. Learn how she plans for emergencies, including pandemics, for congregations of different sizes and locations.

REGISTER HERE:  Emergency Planning From A Pastor's Perspective Webinar Registration

Additionally, we provided important updates as seen below to support you in navigating the COVID-19 response and recovery.   We know that communities lean on their faith leaders in times of crisis and we are committed to ensuring you have the information you need to guide those you serve.

We are extremely grateful to Reverend Dr. Burnett for her leadership in the faith community across our nation. We hope you will join us today!

Thank you for all you do in service to others.

Sincerely,

The DHS CFOI Team

US Department of Homeland Security

Center for Faith & Opportunity initiatives 

[email protected]

 May God's peace be with you and those you serve at this time.