Covid-19 Ministry Updates
On March 13, 2020 due to the effects of Covid-19, the United States declared itself to be in a state of national disaster. Then came social distancing orders shutting down all but essential businesses. Corporate gatherings among believers was prohibited to groups larger than 10 people. Evangelistic ministries were considered non-essential. Pastors, ministry leaders and volunteers were searching for divine wisdom to make life changing decisions for themselves, those they love and those needing the demonstrated love of Christ. Emerge has faced these same challenging decisions. We have cancelled our annual banquet losing thousands of dollars in operating costs, cancelled three City Wide Crusade Festivals and postponed two in 2020; Emerge Life Events in prisons are suspended and our seven (7) week Christ centered jail programs have been delayed. However, in the midst of this pandemic, ministry has taken place. We have delivered hundreds of masks to South Carolina Dept. of Juvenile Justice. We continue to pack and distribute hundreds of boxed care packages to families and have given out back-packs filled with items for children. We have spent time preparing for resuming ministry in June 2020, knowing the need for our evangelistic efforts will be needed greater than ever after these restrictions are lifted. We continue to pray for all the front line workers and the families of those who have lost their lives during this devastating time.
Come Go With Us and Be a “Voice”!
Terry Norris
Executive Director, Emerge
Emerge Disaster
Response and Relief 2020
Emerge Ministries has already begun preparations for the 2020 natural disaster season. In preparation to respond for huricanes, tornadoes, flooding and other natural disasters, we are in need of financial and physical support from donors just like you. Emerge educates, trains, and mobilizes chaplains and volunteers to meet the needs of those suffering from the devestation brought on by these events.
VOLUNTEERGIVE
City Wide Crusade Festivals 2020
Due to Covid-19 we have been forced to cancel three crusades. Coming this Fall we will serve in the cities listed below. Dates will be announced soon.
Gaffney SC, Wilmington NC
2021
Washington DC, Baltimore MD
GIVE A GIFT THAT COUNTS!
Come Go With Us- Be a “VOICE”
EMERGE Life Events
“Prison Ministry”
Prior to Covid-19 inmates suffered a great deal from issolation. During Covid-19 the lonliness of issolation increased tremendously. In the aftermath of Covid-19 there will be a greater need for restoration and healing.
In the coming months of June and July, continue to visit Emerge’s social media platforms to stay informed as prisons open up for ministry opportunities. Thank you for your continued prayers and support!
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ADDICTIONS & JAIL MINISTRY
In 2020, our Emerge Skills4Life seven (7) week Christ centered addiction program and Community Assesment & Re-entry Empowerment (C.A.R.E.) programs were scheduled to begin in North Carolina and Lousiana Detention Centers located in many different counties and parishes. Meetings to resume progress on these programs post Covid-19 restrictions, will begin in June 2020. Please continue to pray for those who suffer from addiction, issolation, and seperation from support groups. Overdose and suicidal deaths have increased during this pandemic; please pray for all family members and loved ones affected.
YOU are the PERFECT volunteer!
Volunteers do not
have the time
they just have the heart
We have many ways you can help! Methods range from going into a prison, to cooking a meal, to being a prayer warrior.
Fill out the form and let us know where God is leading YOU!
The Four Cornerstones
Mobilization of Voices
City Wide Crusades
Disaster Relief
Prison Ministry
Homeless Ministry