Thank you to so many of you who have sent kind words of encouragement as we recover here in Houston.  Watching the movements of people from across the nation come to the aid of Texas in the midst of this devastation has been heartwarming.  Incredible to see people show love across lines of all types.

Here are some helpful tips:

1. $$ is the best gift because it allows organizations to purchase what they need and what people need exactly.   Our church, Crossover Bible Fellowship, has established a fund to help people affected by the storm.  You can give online at Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.  All donations to this fund will 100% exclusively support relief and recovery efforts from this hurricane and flood. All gifts are tax deductible, bank drafts and debit cards accepted.
2. Give things that are needed. Here’s what is being taken in — in its original packaging ONLY!1. Non-perishable and/or canned food
   2. Paper towels
   3. Toilet paper
   4. Medical supplies/First Aid Kits
   5. Baby items (diapers, wipes, onesies, bottles, socks)
   6. Baby formula
   7. Cleaning products, especially bleach
   8. Cleaning tools such as brooms, mops, dust pans
   9. Trash bags
   10. Plastic bins
   11. Flash lights
   12. Rubbermaid Totes to store items
   13. Safety glasses
   14. Claw Hammers
   15. Fans
   16. Shovels
   17. Knee pads
   18. Face masks
   19. Bug Spray
   20. Gloves
   21. Deodorant (both male and female)
   22. Feminine hygiene products (tampons, pads, panty liners)
   23. Underwear (both male and female)
   24. Socks
   25. Bras
   26. Hair shampoo/conditioner
   27. Toothpaste
   28. Toothbrush
   29. Lotion
   30. Lip balm
   31. Soap
   32. Combs/Brushes
   33. Hair ties/bands
   34. Jogging pants
   35. Flip flops
   36. Body spray
   37. Personal wipes
   38. T-Shirts
   39. Blankets
   40. Towels
   41. Pillows
   42. Pillow cases
   43. Dog Food/ Cat food
   44. Pet food dishes(plastic)
   45. Hand Sanitizer
   46. Batteries(all types)
   47.Gas cans
   48. Tool Boxes
   49. Flatware(spoon/forks)
   50. Paper plates
3. Volunteer with us by sending an email to  info@crossoverbf.com.  Our Executive Pastor will pull your email and help to direct you to the place you’ll be most helpful.

HELP TEXAS:  Go HERE to give to Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund

https://player.vimeo.com/video/231458778” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Watch this video to get an encouraging word from our Pastor

 

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I want to encourage you all to pray for others who are experiencing devastation at this same time:  fires in Los Angeles; torrential rain in northern India, southern Nepal, northern Bangladesh and southern Pakistan; bush fires in Australia, and so much more!  Many are suffering.

Pray for everyone!  Pack your backpack and go help, if you can! Give money if you are able!  Let’s show the world what the Love of Christ looks like!