Jared Osselaer isn’t sure how many people will need a generator or place to stay as fires continue to spread across Los Angeles County, but Story City Church will be ready.
Osselaer has seen the strength in the Santa Ana winds fueling the flames and, in his case, tearing shingles off his home.
Story City Church, where he serves as pastor, has made itself available for anyone needing shelter. Generators are also available for anyone who has lost power.
One church member lost their home, with many others who have family members suffering the same fate.
At Calvary Church in West Hills most of the church’s ministries continue. Pastor Stephen Jones says Prayer is essential as well as communication. He lives about 5 miles from an evacuation zone and is prepared, because things can change quickly.
Send Network shared a video posted by Shane Critser, one of the group’s leaders in Los Angeles County. In it he says,
“We just ask for you to pray for us, to pray for the city. We’re so grateful for the Disaster Relief teams and Southern Baptist churches that are already being mobilized and meeting with city leaders.”
Osselaer added, “We’ve had so many from the Southern Baptist family reach out to offer help, and we appreciate it. My phone has blown up with calls and texts. As soon as we hear of the specific needs of our community, we’ll engage with that.”