Alabama Rural Ministry

10/18/2026

10/18/2026

We so enjoyed serving with the Auburn Wesley Foundation Thursday Night for their Mission Thursday Night Dinner (TND). They worked in teams and built three sets of book shelves to give to families in the community. They paired that with a Bible study discussion on giving and receiving. We so enjoyed partnerships with students who are committed to giving of themselves for God’s glory!

10/15/2026

Everyone needs and should have a healthy home! Healthy homes have solid and sealed roofs, are warm and cool at the right seasons, and have floors that are safe and sturdy. But that is not always the case with our most vulnerable and disadvantaged neighbors. So, we are going to the shacks and living in them so that neighbors get needed repairs. Our goal of $200,000 will help us repair homes for 25-40 families. Here is how you can plug in:
Give: Donate online or send a check to Alabama Rural Ministry
Come by: Come on site at 131 S. Gay Street
Share our posts and encourage a friend to give. Your gift funds a home repair project.

Thanks as we gear up for Oct. 22!

10/13/2026

If you would like to help with this recovery and cleanup, we can help plug you in.

Thank you to those who have already responded to our urgent call for help along the coast. Please keep the help coming!

Our Alabama-West Florida Conference churches and communities desperately need help following Hurricane Isaias!

We have an immediate need for volunteers who can assist with:
-Debris removal from church properties and yards
-Heavy equipment for large-scale cleanup
-Experienced chainsaw operators
-Roof tarping

You do NOT have to be UMCOR ERT trained to help! If you have the skills, equipment or willingness to serve, we need you NOW! We will pair you with a trained ERT.

To volunteer, contact Amber White at 850-296-5310.

Our churches are hurting, and together we can make a difference. Let's put our faith into action and bring hope to those in need!

10/12/2026

We are assisting in this effort to help storm survivors. Groups and individuals can serve.

Stay tuned for opportunities to also join small teams in the next few days and weeks.

📣 📣 URGENT CALL FOR STORM CLEAN-UP VOLUNTEERS FROM Alabama-West Florida Conference UMC

Our churches and communities desperately need your help!

In the aftermath of Hurricane Isaias, several United Methodist churches and properties throughout the Alabama-West Florida Conference have experienced significant damage. The needs are overwhelming, and we are issuing an urgent appeal for volunteers who can help with cleanup and recovery efforts.

You do NOT have to be UMCOR Early Response Team (ERT) trained to help with these specific needs.

We have an immediate need for:

Debris removal: Volunteers to help clear fallen trees, limbs and storm debris from church properties and surrounding areas. A rake, yard bags, or a leaf blower are all you need. If gas operated, please bring with you.

Heavy equipment: Individuals or teams with access to heavy equipment to assist with large-scale debris removal.

Chainsaw operators: Experienced individuals who can safely cut and remove fallen trees and limbs.

Roof tarping: Volunteers installing temporary roof coverings to prevent further damage.

If you have the skills, equipment or willingness to serve, we need you!

Our United Methodist churches are hurting, and we have an opportunity to come together as the connectional church to offer hope, encouragement and practical assistance.

If you can help in any way, please contact Joe Davis at [email protected] or (334) 734-5353 as soon as possible.

Auburn United Methodist Church Auburn UMC Youth Ministry Auburn Wesley Foundation Auburn UMC Children's Ministry

10/10/2026

Many in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia have been affected by Hurricane Isaias. If you or someone you know needs assistance, please call the Crisis Cleanup Hotline. You will be able to log in your disaster needs such as debris removal, tarp needs, and other needs. This is free. Churches and non-profit organizations that respond to disasters will help respond. ARM is partnered with these organizations to assist in our area. Stay safe!

10/06/2026

We are so grateful to our partnership with the Auburn University Building Science students (BSCI). Each semester, their service-learning class sponsors one of our neighbors and repairs their home. This semester, they are working with Ms. R. in Notasulga. She is widowed and serves as a Head Start instructor. Her roof began leaking and some of her exterior siding was damaged. The students have put on a new roof and wrapping up the exterior repairs.

We love how the students focus on building connections and sharing kindness. As they work alongside their professors in the building portion, as a team, they also connect with each other. Their heart to serve others is so rich and evident!

We also give our Building Science students a huge shoutout for winning the building competition with Appalachia Service Project (ASP) and Habitat for Humanity at the Race to Build Competition at the Bristol TN Speedway.

Thanks AU BSCI!

10/05/2026

Joining collaborators in the Home Repair space at the ReFrame Conference in Atlanta through the Coalition for Home Repairs.

All of us are committed to helping our most disadvantaged neighbors receive home repair to make their homes warm, safe, and dry!

Looking forward to learning and bringing the conversation back to Alabama!