Flood Response Resources

Many communities in Western North Dakota have been affected by flooding this spring. Recovery and clean-up efforts are anticipated to last well into the summer and fall. During this time there will be a great need for volunteers to assist homeowners and congregations with clean-up efforts. Physical assistance will be requested, but spiritual, emotional and mental support will also be essential.

Below you will find many resources that can assist you and your congregation in ministering during this time.

Resources from the Western North Dakota Synod

After the Flood: Religious Recovery in the Face of Disaster by Bishop Mark Narum
Washed, Wrapped, & Wading: Living Lutheran in Western North Dakota video by Beth Anderson

Resources from Lutheran Disaster Response of North Dakota

Website: www.ldrnd.org

General Disaster Response Resources

Resources for Volunteer Coordination/Cleanup

Resources from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Letter from Presiding Bishop Mark Hanson
ELCA Disaster Response
Region 3 Archives "Working with Water Damaged Records"
- Paul Daniels of the Region 3 archives can be contacted at 651-641-3205. He has offered the services of the archives to any congregation that sustains damage to their records due to flooding. If the archives have copies of your congregations records on micro-film, they can also provide replacement copies.
Prayers for a Time of Flooding (SEMN Synod)