Disaster Relief Trailer Deployed for the First Time: Violet Baptist Church Blesses Circleville, OH
On June 15th, Violet Baptist Church’s newly outfitted Disaster Relief trailer was deployed for the very first time—and what an incredible first mission it turned out to be. The trailer, funded and equipped through the generous donations of Violet’s congregation, was sent to Circleville, Ohio, following devastating floods earlier in the month. What followed was a powerful display of both practical help and eternal hope.
In just two days, the Disaster Relief team worked tirelessly, restoring 12 homes impacted by the flooding. The team was large, efficient, and deeply committed to the mission. Their hard work brought tangible relief to residents reeling from water damage and loss—but even more than that, they brought the love of Christ.
The chaplain team that accompanied the workers was equally busy, handing out 54 salvation tracts and engaging in 7 gospel-centered conversations. Two families shared that they plan to begin attending a local church, expressing gratitude for both the help and the hope they received.
One story stood out in particular: a woman named Amy whose home was completely devastated. Everything below two feet had to be removed—furniture, appliances, drywall, memories. But when the team spoke with Amy, she made it clear her greatest concern wasn’t for her home, but for her soul. In the midst of the cleanup, Amy accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.
It was a moment that captured the very heart of the Disaster Relief mission: meeting physical needs while pointing people to the eternal hope found in Christ.
As the team returned home on Tuesday, they brought back more than just dirty tools and tired muscles—they carried with them stories of transformation, gratitude, and God’s faithfulness. Violet Baptist Church’s investment in the trailer has already borne fruit, and this first deployment is just the beginning.
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