OPC Disaster Response

10/15/2026

Pastor Johnny Serafini talks about the calling he and his church felt after Hurricane Helene and the thankfulness he feels after getting help from OPC Disaster Response on the latest podcast episode of Outward OPC. Listen now! Landis OPC Orthodox Presbyterian Church

Here is Part 2 of our interview with Johnny Serafini, church planter at Landis Presbyterian Church (OPC)in Marion, NC.

In Part 1, we talked about how God rejuvenated a dying church, and now we do take time to talk about the Hurricane Helene disaster response that many of us are familiar with when we think of Landis OPC.

We talk in particular about how, in God's Providence, the Hurricane Helene events serve to mark and identify the church going forward, how the relationships are ongoing, and how the church moves forward as God continues to bless the ministry of the church.

You can search for 'Outward OPC' wherever you listen to podcasts, or listen here:
https://outwardopc.com/2026/10/14/rejuvenated-serving-growing-in-western-carolina-with-johnny-serafini/?swcfpc=1

10/09/2026

Mark Aharkov directs a food distribution center on behalf of the evangelical and Presbyterian church where he is a member in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city. Aharkov’s office is about fifteen miles from the Rus­sian border. Read more: https://ow.ly/aVIL50ZW3Oy Orthodox Presbyterian Church

10/08/2026

For several weeks, Kharkiv had been unusually quiet. Just recently I wrote in one of our WhatsApp groups how thankful we were for this. That very night, around four in the morning, we woke to a powerful explosion and flash. A guided aerial bomb struck a residential apartment building. At least 25 people were injured, including nine children. Read the rest of the update: https://ow.ly/nPPL50ZVV5U Orthodox Presbyterian Church

09/29/2026

09/23/2026

"It's a blessing. Thankful. I don't have to worry about where we're going to lay our head."
Melissa, a mother of nine, shares her gratitude after learning she would receive a new home through the efforts of Landis OPC, the Presbytery of the Southeast, and OPC Disaster Response, following the destruction of her home by Hurricane Helene. Orthodox Presbyterian Church Landis OPC

08/27/2026

Wildfires continue to affect parts of California, Washington State, and Nevada. We have been in contact with the Presbytery Diaconal Committees in the affected regions and there are no known needs at this time. Pastor Scott Johnson, Mt. Rose OPC, Reno, NV, reports: "There are three families in the church (including us) waiting to get back to their homes. As far as we know none of our houses have been hurt by the fire though some houses in the area have been burned. All the families who are still evacuated have a place to stay. We are still staying with church members who have graciously opened their home to us (others have offered to do to the same). We were able to have our morning service and an evening hymn sing. Praise God we are safe and doing well! Pray for those who are fighting the fires. And pray that the Lord will use this difficult providence to impress upon the hearts of many that our only true security is found in the Lord Jesus Christ."

In addition, a series of storms, including Hurricane Lala, also affected parts of Hawaii. Pastor Eli Hirtzel of Covenant Kapolei OPC reports, “The subsequent storms bypassed the islands. We are good. Thanks for asking.”

Please join us in giving thanks to the Lord for his protection through these events. Continue to pray that the fires in the West are brought under control and for those who have been affected by the fires and severe weather. Orthodox Presbyterian Church

08/23/2026

From Neon OPC Elder Seth Long: “With help from 6 Princeton OPC volunteers and Neon folks we are ready to worship tomorrow! Praise the Lord!” Orthodox Presbyterian Church

08/16/2026

Please pray for the saints at Neon Reformed OPC as heavy rains have once again caused flooding at the church. Elder Seth Long reports several inches of water inside the church building. Mucking out and sanitizing efforts are already underway with the help of three men from Princeton OPC in Johnson City, Tennessee. Worship services at Neon have been canceled for tomorrow, and many from the congregation plan to worship with Princeton OPC. As you may recall, Neon suffered catastrophic flash flooding in 2022, which required an extensive restoration effort involving the congregation, the Presbytery of the Southeast, and OPC Disaster Response. We will provide updates on this latest flooding as we learn more, including any needs that may arise. Neon Reformed Presbyterian Church (OPC) Orthodox Presbyterian Church

08/16/2026

Please pray for the saints at Neon Reformed Presbyterian Church as heavy rains have once again caused flooding at the church. Elder Seth Long reports several inches of water inside the church building. Mucking out and sanitizing efforts are already underway with the help of three men from Princeton OPC in Johnson City, Tennessee. Worship services at Neon have been canceled for tomorrow, and many from the congregation plan to worship with Princeton OPC. As you may recall, Neon suffered catastrophic flash flooding in 2022, which required an extensive restoration effort involving the congregation, the Presbytery of the Southeast, and OPC Disaster Response. We will provide updates on this latest flooding as we learn more, including any needs that may arise. Orthodox Presbyterian Church

08/12/2026

Please pray for our brothers and sisters in Western Colombia after a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck on Monday. Early reports from those affiliated with the churches in our sister denomination, the Presbyterian Church of the Reformation in Colombia (PCRC), indicate some minor damage to homes in their area, and many are currently without water and electricity. Just one month ago, OPC Short-Term Missions Team Colombia was serving alongside these same congregations through vacation Bible school and street evangelism. Please pray for the safety of our brothers and sisters, for the restoration of essential services, and that the Lord would continue to strengthen His church as they minister in the midst of these challenges. https://apnews.com/article/colombia-ecuador-earthquake-26fd40f93272d834fced47a4a673edc9 Orthodox Presbyterian Church

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and damaging hundreds of buildings.