Church Updates
Expressions Church
After losing their building to the fires, Expressions Church continues their ministry with remarkable resilience. “Our invitation from the Lord was to be the church beyond the walls after our walls burned down,” shares Pastor Christopher Spolar. The congregation has secured a temporary location and continues serving their community while assessing long-term needs.
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Rose City Church
Under Pastor Clare Ferguson Bravo’s leadership, Rose City Church has become a hub of community support. Their recent relief drive served over 125 people, with dozens of volunteers creating what participants described as “a peaceful experience” during crisis. Several families from their congregation lost homes, yet the church community has rallied to provide support and resources.
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180 City Church
While their building was spared, many church families remain affected. Some are still in temporary housing, while others are supporting relatives who lost homes in Pasadena. The church has opened their parsonage to displaced families and established an emergency fund for ongoing support.
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Transformados En Cristo
The congregation has mobilized to support affected community members, including providing shelter for those evacuated. They’re actively involved in prayer walks and community support efforts, demonstrating Christ’s love through practical assistance.
Impact by the Numbers
Community Support
- Over 125 people served through relief drives
- Multiple families provided temporary housing
- Childcare support arranged for affected families
- Nationwide support received from 12 states
- $10,910 raised through FMCSC central fund
Stories of Hope
Churches Supporting Churches
Rose City Church’s relief drive demonstrated the power of coordinated response. With professional volunteers helping organize donations and community members working together, they created not just a distribution center but a place of peace for those in need.
Beyond Building Walls
Even after losing their facility, Expressions Church immediately focused on community needs. They’ve created a relief page connecting needs with resources, coordinating volunteers, and organizing prayer walks through affected areas.
Family Serving Family
One family who lost their home demonstrated extraordinary grace by immediately helping organize relief supplies for others. This spirit of service despite personal loss exemplifies our church community’s strength.
Childcare Support Network
Through International Child Care Ministries support, we provided childcare assistance for five families during school closures, enabling parents to manage crisis needs while knowing their children were safe.
Ongoing Needs
Housing Support
- Temporary housing for displaced families
- Particular need in Eaton Fire area
Resource Support
- Gift cards for groceries
- Support for those who lost wages
Prayer Support
- For affected families
- For church leaders
- For ongoing recovery efforts
How You Can Help
Provide Support
- Temporary housing for displaced families
- Particular need in Eaton Fire area
Share Resources
- Visit church relief pages
- Connect with local efforts
- Share needs with your congregation
Stay Connected
- Follow updates at fmcsc.org/fire
- Join our prayer network
- Share stories of impact
Looking Forward
As we continue supporting affected communities, we’re seeing God’s faithfulness through our church family’s response. From nationwide donations to local volunteers, from shared worship spaces to coordinated relief efforts, we’re witnessing the church being the church.
This update is part of our ongoing coverage of the wildfire response. For immediate assistance or to offer support, visit fmcsc.org/fire.
