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News: Crisis

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Leaders Invited to Training That Prepares Them for Crisis Situations

By Rod Light

It’s not the kind of thing we like to think about—but when tragedy strikes, how prepared are we to minister effectively to people in need? Foursquare Chaplains International provides FEMA-approved training for disaster relief and crisis management via Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) training. In January, 81 leaders gathered for the first training intensive, and more training events are in the works.

 
 

Your Questions

Broke and Scared: Is God Ever Going to Show Up for Me?

By Greg Dueker

What do you do when it seems like God hasn’t been paying attention to what you’re going through? One faithful believer asks that question, following an intensely difficult year where the economy personally tanked his income. So far, God hasn’t come through for him, or so it seems. Where is He? Greg Dueker, an ordained Foursquare minister, addresses this tough issue with grace and practicality.

 
 

Foursquare News

Rock Star Points People to the Rock

By Rod Light

Back in the day, Chu Kosaka was the first Japanese rock star to appear on the cover of “Rolling Stone” magazine. Today, Chu pastors a Foursquare church in Tokyo. Along with missionaries, pastors and volunteers, he is busy bringing the love and compassion of Christ to the “hisaisha,” victims of the Tohoku earthquake, tsunami and radiation disaster.

 
 

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Foursquare Responds to East Africa Famine Crisis

By The Foursquare Church

East Africa is suffering its worst drought in 60 years, and millions are at risk of starvation and disease. Famine has been declared in Somalia and threatens to spread if nothing is done to prevent it. In partnership with Foursquare leaders in Kenya, Foursquare Relief and Compassion is responding by raising awareness and support to reach those in desperate need of help.

 
 

Features

The Power of One Presence: Ed Donnally

By The Foursquare Church

Foursquare Chaplain Ed Donnally says the Lord wants Christians to bring God’s presence to people facing trauma, whether they’re suffering from an international catastrophe or a personal crisis. This compelling video, part of “The Power of One: Story” series produced by The Foursquare Church, motivates believers to take the hope of Christ to others, especially when tragedy strikes.

 
 

Features

Foursquare Helps Tornado-Stricken South (Part 2)

By Ken Walker

Restoration, a Foursquare church in Madison, Ala., has served as a center for disaster-relief efforts since the terrifying storms hit in April, when at least 300 homes in their community were destroyed. Pastor Huey Hudson says that leading up to the disaster, God prepared the congregation so they would be equipped to meet the daunting needs.

 
 

Features

God Works in the Midst of Joplin Tornadoes (Part 2)

By Ken Walker

God prepared Destiny Church in Joplin, Mo., to reach out to their community after the worst tornado to hit U.S. soil in 60 years. He also miraculously protected several church members from injury and death, says Senior Pastor Gene Bebee.

 
 

Foursquare News

Foursquare Helps Tornado-Stricken South (Part 1)

By Ken Walker

Foursquare churches are overseeing major disaster-recovery efforts in cities devastated by the massive tornado outbreaks this spring. One congregation, in fact, has provided more than 10,000 meals. Foursquare chaplains are on site to offer support and crisis intervention, and people are responding to the compassionate and practical help given by Foursquare members.

 
 

Foursquare News

Disaster Relief for Joplin Tornado Victims (Part 1)

By Ken Walker

Following the worst tornado to hit U.S. soil in 60 years, Foursquare churches are organizing disaster-relief efforts and reaching out to residents in Joplin, Mo., some of whom lost everything. Foursquare Relief and Compassion, as well as Foursquare Chaplains International, are also offering much-needed assistance.

 
 

Foursquare News

Relief Efforts in Japan Are Underway

By Ken Walker

Foursquare church members from across the U.S. have responded generously to the crisis in Japan, and relief efforts are underway as teams prepare to travel to the island nation this summer. More than $200,000 has been donated via Foursquare Missions International, and through a partnership between Foursquare and CRASH Japan, many opportunities to go help out are available.

 
 
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