72: The Mission

06/10/2026

Washington County Disaster Recovery Update

As we continue moving forward in disaster recovery efforts across Washington County, we want to take a moment to say THANK YOU.

Recovery is not a one-person job, one church job, or one organization job. It takes a community coming together, and we have been blessed to witness exactly that. From volunteers giving their time, to donors providing resources, to churches, businesses, and community partners stepping up when it mattered most—your support has made a real difference in the lives of families working to rebuild.

Together, we’ve helped families clear debris, complete critical home repairs, build accessibility ramps, distribute essential supplies, connect survivors with resources, and most importantly, remind people that they are not alone.

While we have accomplished a great deal, the work is not finished. Many families in our community are still facing challenges and need continued support as they navigate the long road to recovery.

If you have a heart to serve and would like to get involved, we would love to connect with you. Whether you have construction skills, can help with deliveries, administration, fundraising, prayer, or simply a willingness to lend a hand, there is a place for you.

Every hour volunteered, every dollar donated, and every prayer offered helps bring hope to a neighbor in need.

Thank you, Washington County, for proving once again that when our community comes together, incredible things happen.

Want to get involved? Reach out to us today and join the mission of bringing hope, help, and restoration to our neighbors.

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06/05/2026

We are in need of some cleanup crews for the Parrotsville area due to damage caused by the recent floods. Contact Michelle at (423) 972-2363 for more information on this project.

06/02/2026

Meanwhile over on the Mission: Faith side, we’ve updated how we’re doing the new podcast. If you’re interested in a discussion about faith you might check it out.

The Crisis Facing Young Men Today
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Next week we embark on a journey through the parables of Jesus. It will be an interesting discussion about how those parables impact is today, within our community and what we can do to support our neighbors!

05/31/2026

Disaster comes in many forms. It can be a hurricane, fire, tornado, or flood. Sometimes, however, the greatest disasters are the personal tragedies that forever change a family’s life.

Over the past several weeks, we have been blessed with the opportunity to help a mother and her three children begin healing from the unimaginable loss of a husband and father. Today, they moved into a camper/home they can finally call their own.

This blessing was made possible through the efforts of many caring individuals and organizations working together alongside 72: The Mission and Heartland Fellowship. A special “Thank You” goes out to Pastor Dwight of Westside Baptist Church in Madisonville, TN, for donating the camper. What seemed like a hopeless situation became a testimony of God’s faithfulness as volunteers stepped forward to serve, give, and love.

When the world looked dark and uncertain, God brought people together with a common purpose—to provide hope, encouragement, and a future for this family.

We are grateful for everyone who played a part in making this day possible. Together, we are reminded that even in the midst of tragedy, God’s love shines brightest through His people.

05/28/2026

Another project completed for someone in need.

We had the opportunity to help an 82-year-old disabled woman in Elizabethton who uses a walker after undergoing 5 hip and knee surgeries. Her laundry room was located two steps down in a small 7x8 area beside a cramped carport closet, making it extremely difficult and unsafe for her to access.

Our team completely transformed the space by raising the floor and making it fully handicap accessible. We insulated, wired, plumbed, drywalled, trimmed, painted, and rebuilt the area so she can now safely do everyday tasks in her own home.

This is what community looks like. Thank you to everyone who supports the mission and helps us continue serving people in moments like these. 🙏

05/14/2026

Update: Mom with Special Needs Sons ❤️

We completed the back porch on Tuesday and had the opportunity to spend some time visiting with the family afterward. Watching Hunter stand proudly on the new porch was something we won’t forget. His mom was so relieved knowing she no longer has to worry about him falling through the old porch boards.

Hunter was all smiles — fist bumping my husband and even playing with his tools. Seeing that joy on his face filled our hearts more than words can describe. Moments like this are exactly why we do what we do.

We will begin work on the front porch and wheelchair ramp Monday, May 18. If you have building skills, construction experience, or simply a willing heart and some free time, we would love for you to come help serve this family alongside us.

There’s something special about being part of work that truly changes lives. ❤️

If you’d like to help, please reach out

05/08/2026

05/06/2026

Project going on in Mosheim, TN

Yesterday, we helped a single mom with a 14 year old son who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal with autism. Our first objective was to start on the back of the mobile home with a small porch due to it falling apart. The project is almost complete, only lacking the handrails, pickets and some sanding. The next step on this project is building the front porch with a ramp. We would like to thank the volunteers, including a special needs gentleman in the neighborhood who is also non verbal, for all the work they have done. Also, we appreciate Amanda, her son Apollo and Lela for their help with the demo, cleanup and hauling off the old porches. Thank you to Donnie and Chris with the building of the back porch. It was definitely a productive and beautiful day.

If you would like to volunteer and help finish this project we would love the help. This would be a great opportunity for students who need volunteer hours.

05/04/2026

GREAT THINGS ARE HAPPENING!

This weekend, thanks to material donations from God’s Warehouse and Southside Freewill Baptist Church, the Mission was able to restore this bridge for an elderly gentleman in Eidson TN. This bridge washed completely out during Hurricane Helene and had yet to be restored, leaving this gentleman walking across a foot bridge to access his property. God blessed us with this mission and the bridge is now restored.

YES, there are still people in need in Appalachia almost two years later!

04/29/2026

Big thanks to Sunnyside Cleaning. They did a great job cleaning our Depot St community space!

We’ve used this for parties, meetings, training events even CPR, and after today it actually sparkles!!

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Check them out for great rates and professional service!