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Dear FaithfulAmerican:
 We all said we would
not forget our brothers and sisters in New Orleans after Katrina. Now HERE is a
chance to make good on that commitment! You and members of your faith community
can join the National Council of Churches as they mark the second anniversary of
Hurricane Katrina by participating in a week-long work
project. Interested? Here's more:
Join Us in New Orleans for
Worship, Witness &
Work
August 19-25, 2007
Two years after Hurricane Katrina
devastated the Gulf Coast, residents continue their efforts to
rebuild. But they need our support. The faith community was there as first
responders. We will continue to be there for the victims of this storm until the
work is done.
Come to
New Orleans as
we worship, witness and work together to help those in need as they rebuild
their homes, churches, communities and lives.
The Week’s Highlights include:
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Hands-on rebuilding of homes, communities and
lives
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Clergy Listening Tour (Aug. 21-22)*
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Workshops and Resource Center
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Daily Worship Experiences
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"Gospel Explosion” Worship Service on Saturday
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Opportunities to encourage and support those in
need
You can Support This Effort by:
*Space is limited. Please contact Rev. William Drayton to register at
(202) 544-2393.
For
more information contact on how to be involved in this important and exciting
work, please contact: Rev. Leslie C. Tune or James Stevenson at (202) 544-2350
or via email at: Ltune@ncccusa.org or jesteven@email.arizona.edu.
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