July Newsletter, 2025
When flash floods swept through the Texas Hill Country in the early morning hours on the 4th of July, dumping 7” of rain in 45 minutes and causing the Guadalupe River to rise over 28 feet the resulting devastation was horrific and catastrophic. During the rescue operations, flying MH-65E Dolphin helicopters, the U.S. Coast Guard rescued people from trees, flooded buildings and swift currents. One video showed a crew member rescuing a child from a tree who asked the rescue swimmer, “Is there room for my teddy bear?”
Tragically the death toll has exceeded 135 including dozens of girls from Camp Mystic. The loss of life and devastation to the area is overwhelming. Your prayers and support are greatly appreciated during the recovery and rebuilding stage. Our hearts are broken and we extend sincere condolences to the many families who have lost loved ones. Because my wife and I lived and ministered in Texas for many years, we are very familiar with the Hill Country and have been involved in countless camps, seminars and retreats. We have many friends who still live and minister in the immediate area. Let me recommend three reputable groups that you can donate to that will help.
*CONVOY OF HOPE … providing immediate aid, water, food and hygiene supplies. Contact @ConvoyofHope
*MERCY CHEFS …serving hot meals to families and first responders. Contact @mercychefs
*LIVING WATERS CHURCH …Pastors Mike & Tammy Burroughs – 108 Aqua Vista Dr., Kerrville, TX 78028 (830)792-5030
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU!
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BACK TO SCHOOL! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?
For many years we have provided back-packs for the children at Celilo Indian Village on the Yakama Reservation, The Dalles, Oregon. This year is no exception. I know time flies and yesterday was Memorial Day and tomorrow is Labor Day! Where did the Summer go? Nontheless we are now planning to purchase and give these back-packs that are filled with: pens, pencils, notebooks, folders, eraser, glue-stick, ruler, pencil sharpener, scissors, highlighter, crayons and headphones. Cost: $600.00 for 26 children or $23.08 each. Will you help us? Your donation, no matter the amount, will enable us to minister to these families. Thank you for your generosity and God bless you!
DON’T FORGET SPOTIFY AND FACEBOOK/INSTAGRAM
We are very encouraged with the podcast on Spotify and iHeart radio. If you haven’t had a chance to catch the podcast (we’ve aired over 50 so far) be sure and tune in. Just go to your App Store and load Spotify, it’s FREE, then type in Rick McPherson, RESTORATION or Pacific NW Outreach and the program will come right up for you…click and enjoy. What a privilege to share the Good News and help improve lives with the truth of God’s love, acceptance and forgiveness!
FINALLY…!
Just a gentle reminder to remember our ministry with your prayers and financial donations. We rely on our friends who help us with their gifts to sustain this work and ministry outreach. We can’t do it without you. So, thanks again!
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