The United Methodist Church has been monitoring events following the catastrophic March 11 earthquake and tsunami — and subsequent nuclear threat — in Japan.

The United Methodist Committee on Relief is working with the United Church of Christ in Japan and GlobalMedic to bring immediate relief to the affected communities. Aid will include: pressing humanitarian needs such as clean water, food, clothing, and heating fuel. Aid will also include rescue teams and other care as needed. Financial donations are only being requested at this time. We will not be collecting physical items for relief.

You can help by designating UMCOR Japan on your check.  For more information about UMCOR and supporting its relief efforts, go here.