Leaving for Texas... "Ike" Has Hit Hard

Diane Jacobson
OAKS Ministry
Christ the Rock Community Church
W6254 Hwy 10-114
Menasha, WI 54952




Once again the devastation of a hurricane (Ike) has affected countless lives in the Gulf Coast Region. As with hurricanes Katrina and Rita, I am being called through faith to assist in whatever way necessary. In my role as the National Disaster Relief Responder for Organized Acts of Kindness and Sacrifice (OAKS), I will be leaving for Texas within the week seeking to assist with the physical clean-up efforts and to minister to any and all victims that may be placed in my path. I will also be the eyes and ears for CTR OAKS Ministry leaders here in Menasha, WI. I am asked to discern how we as a church body and a community can come along side the victims and their community to aide in their recovery. Restoring hope is the beginning of restoring their lives.

I prayerfully ask for your support, be that with prayer and/or financial assistance. Please include me in your daily thoughts and prayers and if your feel called to support me financially, a tax deductible donation can be sent to CTR for my support. Gas gift cards are also welcome provided that they are able to be used throughout the country.

You may also know individuals who wish to help in some way, please share this letter with them.

I first and foremost appreciate your prayers for my health and safety and for all those in the Texas and Gulf Coast Region affected by this disaster. I thank you for you kindness and consideration.

God Bless!