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Help for Japan

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Pastor Tom

We’ve seen the terrible devastation from the earthquake and tsunami’s in Japan. Our church family supports 2 missionaries in Japan – Yuri Nakano and Carol Potratz. We received news today that they are safe. But there is lots of help needed. Here’s some info on ways you can you help through our denomination.

FOR IMMEDATE RELEASE

Dear NAB Pastors, Churches, and Friends,

The most powerful earthquake to hit Japan in recorded history struck off the island nation’s shore on Friday according to news reports.

Our NAB Missionaries are safe! But many need in the disaster region need help!

NAB churches have a long history of responding when disaster strikes. Now, once again, we extend an opportunity for you to help.

HERE IS HOW YOU CAN HELP
PRAY – Let’s pray for the families whose lives have been changed forever by this recent disaster in Japan.
GIVE – To aid relief efforts, visit the NAB website at www.nabconference.org/give and click “Disaster Relief.”
If you prefer to mail your donation, send your check marked “Disaster Relief Fund” payable to the North American Baptist Conference to one of the following addresses:
U.S. offerings: 36578 Treasury Center, Chicago, IL 60694–6500
Canadian offerings: P.O. Box 57235, Station A, Toronto, ON M5W 5M5

Thank you for considering this opportunity. Your generosity will make a lasting and meaningful impact on those in need!

On behalf of the Executive Team,

Tony R. Dunaway, CPA
Chief Financial Officer/VP of Ministry Support
North American Baptist Conference
1 S. 210 Summit Avenue
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
tdunaway@nabconf.org
630.495.2000 Ext. 256

*Please note: Funds received in excess of what is needed to support relief efforts in these areas will be designated for future disaster response efforts undertaken by the North American Baptist Conference.
The North American Baptist Conference and The North American Baptist Conference Foundation are registered 501©(3) nonprofit organizations. All donations are tax deductible in full or in part.

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