Our own Judd Pinnix and Doug Uzelac are the construction team leaders for WNC UMC Disaster Response Teams in Ashe and Watauga Counties. Sign up to be on call for opportunities to fill in the gaps left by visiting teams.

November 9-15, 2025

Be part of efforts to continue rebuilding in the aftermath of a tornado that hit in 2023.

Team Leaders: Fred Fonville and Karen Petrey

July 11-17, 2026

Individuals and families are invited to join this intergenerational trip that will include activities for all ages and abilities. Interest meeting Sept. 11, 2025.

Team Leaders: Kelley Wilson and Laura Padgett

June 2026

An opportunity to meet and encourage the girls who receive scholarships through AGHF and see the power of this ministry.

Contact: Grace Nkundabantu, grace@africangirlshope.org

March 7-15, 2026

Building on a long-standing partnership, this trip will be an opportunity to partner with the church in Patzibal and help with various community projects.

Contact: David Thompson,

carolynthompson947@gmail.com

See and experience how the ZOE Empowers model is changing lives socially, economically, and spiritually. Multiple offerings: February 18-27; June 9-18, July 27-Aug 5; or September 28-Oct 7.

Contact: Elena Ballam, elena.ballam@zoeempowers.org