Training Schedule

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TXCDR Response Training at St. Peter’s UMC (Copy)
Aug
24

TXCDR Response Training at St. Peter’s UMC (Copy)

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation/organization who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home. 

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Ron Peters, Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, August 24th, 2024, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Central
10:00 – 10:10 Check In
10:10 – 11:45 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training
11:45 – 12:00 Q&A 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  One City Church, 2350 Eastex Frwy (Bldg 4) Beaumont, TX 77703 

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

 We will have helpful disaster readiness give-a-ways for all attendees! 

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TXCDR Response Training at St. Peter’s UMC
Aug
17

TXCDR Response Training at St. Peter’s UMC

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Ron Peters, Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, August 17th, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:20 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 10:15 Volunteer Coordination  
10:15 - 10:45 Compassionate Care
10:45 - 11:20 Donation Management 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  St. Peter’s United Church of Christ 9022 Long Point Rd Houston TX 77055 

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

 We will have helpful disaster readiness give-a-ways for all attendees! 

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TXCDR Response Training at Gateway Church
Aug
4

TXCDR Response Training at Gateway Church

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Ron Peters, Gary Flaharty

Time: Sunday, August 4th, 2024, 2:15 PM - 4:30 PM, Central
2:15 - 2:30 Check In 
2:30 - 2:40 Networking Activity 
2:40 - 3:45 Muck/Gut/Taroing
3:15 - 10:45 Compassionate Care/Crisis Cleanup
10:45 - 11:20 Donation Management 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  Gateway Church 25024 Katy Mills Dr Katy TX 77494

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

 We will have helpful disaster readiness give-a-ways for all attendees! 

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TXCDR Response Training ONLINE
Jul
22

TXCDR Response Training ONLINE

TXCDR Response Training

You are invited to attend a Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness Zoom Training on Mucking and Gutting a residence on Monday, July 22nd. 

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster by mucking, gutting, or tarping a home

Instructor:
Trevor Barnett

Time: Monday, July 22nd, 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Central

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  Online

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

 We will have helpful disaster readiness give-a-ways for all attendees! 

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TXCDR Response Training at The Fellowship
Jul
20

TXCDR Response Training at The Fellowship

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Ron Peters, Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, July 20th, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 11:00 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
11:00 - 11:30 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  The Fellowship (Next Gen Building – Loft Commons Room) 22765 Westheimer Pkwy Katy, TX 77450 

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

 We will have helpful disaster readiness give-a-ways for all attendees! 

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TXCDR Response Training at Trinity UMC | Beaumont
Jul
13

TXCDR Response Training at Trinity UMC | Beaumont

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster by mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Godfrey Hubert

Time: Saturday, July 13th, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 11:00 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
11:00 - 11:30 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  Trinity United Methodist Church 3430 Harrison Beaumont, TX 77706 (Vivion Hall)

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

 We will have helpful disaster readiness give-a-ways for all attendees! 

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TXCDR Response Training at Houston’s First Baptist
Jun
29

TXCDR Response Training at Houston’s First Baptist

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Godfrey Hubert

Time: Saturday, June 29 th, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 11:00 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
11:00 - 11:30 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location: Houston’s First Baptist 11011 Mason Rd Cypress TX 77433

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

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TXCDR Response Training at Ft. Bend United Way 
Jun
27

TXCDR Response Training at Ft. Bend United Way 

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Ron Peters

Time: Saturday, June 27th, 2024, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Central
9:00 - 9:10 Check In 
9:10 - 10:30 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
10:30 - 11:00 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:   Ft. Bend United Way 12300 Parc Crest Dr. Stafford TX 77477 

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

 We will have helpful disaster readiness give-a-ways for all attendees! 

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TXCDR Response Training at Christ Church Sugar Land
Jun
22

TXCDR Response Training at Christ Church Sugar Land

  • Christ Church Sugar Land 3300 Austin Pkwy Sugar Land, TX 77479 (map)
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TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Ron Peters, Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, June 22, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 11:00 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
11:00 - 11:30 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  Christ Church Sugar Land 3300 Austin Pkwy Sugar Land, TX 77479. Park near main entrance. Go downstairs to meeting rooms 11 & 12.  

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

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TXCDR Response Training at Katy First UMC
Jun
15

TXCDR Response Training at Katy First UMC

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Ron Peters, Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, June 15, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 11:00 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
11:00 - 11:30 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  Katy First UMC 5601 5th St Katy TX 77493   

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

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TXCDR Personal Preparedness Training at North West Community Church
Jun
12

TXCDR Personal Preparedness Training at North West Community Church

TXCDR Personal Preparedness Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your community who wants to learn more about disaster preparation. 

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers

Time: Wednesday, June 20th, 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Central
6:00 – 6:10 Check In
6:10 - 6:20 Networking Activity
6:20 – 7:30 Personal Preparedness Training

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location:  North West Community Church 4401 Richey Rd Houston TX 77066

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TXCDR Response Training at St. Luke’s UMC
Jun
1

TXCDR Response Training at St. Luke’s UMC

  • St. Luke's United Methodist Church (3rd Floor - Main Entrance) (map)
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TXCDR Response Training at St. Lukes’s UMC

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in the topics covered in the breakout sessions.
Instructor:
Sonya Meyers, Trevor Barnett, Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, June 1st, 2024, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:00 - 9:10 Check-In 
9:10 - 11:30 Breakout Sessions
Session 1 Donation Management / Compassionate Care
Session 2 Muck-Gut-Tarp & Crisis Cleanup
Session 3 St. Luke’s UMC Members (a private session for lay and staff leaders of the St. Luke’s Disaster Team)
11:00 - 11:30 Group Session with Q&A 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

Location: St. Luke's United Methodist Church - 3471 Westheimer (3rd Floor - Main Entrance Houston TX 77027

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

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TXCDR Response Training at the Houston Tool Bank
May
11

TXCDR Response Training at the Houston Tool Bank

TXCDR Response Training at the Houston Tool Bank

Topic: Response Training

Who should attend: Anyone fromyour Congregation or organization who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, May 11th, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 11:00 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
11:00 - 11:30 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

For more information or directions: Call Todd Platzer 210-364-3466 

Location:  Houston Toolbank. 1215 Gazin St Houston TX 77020 

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

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TXCDR Response Training in Huntsville
May
11

TXCDR Response Training in Huntsville

  • First United Methodist Church – Community Life Center (CLC) Building (map)
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TXCDR Response Training in Huntsville

Topic: About TXCDR

Who should attend: Anyone from your congregation who will be serving following a disaster in the areas of mucking, gutting, or tarping a home and anyone who will be serving in the area of compassionate care.

Instructor:
Sonya Meyers

Time: Saturday, May 11th, 2024, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM, Central
9:15 - 9:30 Check In 
9:30 - 9:40 Networking Activity 
9:40 - 11:00 Muck/Gut/Tarp Training (with live demonstrations) 
11:00 - 11:30 Compassionate Care 

*This is a free training, however registration is required. 

For more information or directions: Call Todd Platzer 210-364-3466 

Location: First United Methodist Church – Community Life Center (CLC) Building 1207 10th St Huntsville, TX 77320

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

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Hurricane Season is Coming. Let’s Prepare Now
Apr
13

Hurricane Season is Coming. Let’s Prepare Now

Hurricane Season is Coming. Let’s Prepare Now.

Topic: Hurricane Preparedness

Instructor: Mosiac in Action

Time: Saturday, April 13th, 2024, 10:00 AM - Noon, Central

Location: St. Andrew's Church, 2535 E. Broadway, Pearland

Description: FREE Storm Preparedness Workshop. Sessions Include:

  • Personal Preparedness

  • Disaster Response Coordinator Training

  • Congregational Disaster Planning

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TXCDR Response Training
Apr
13

TXCDR Response Training

TXCDR Response Training

Topic: About TXCDR

Instructor: Sonya Meyers, Gary Flaharty

Time: Saturday, April 13th, 2024, 9:15 AM -11:30 AM, Central

Location: Lakewood Methodist 11330 Louetta Rd Houston TX 77070:

Description: Please join us to learn more about Texas Congregational Disaster Readiness, how to muck and gut a home, install a tarp, and compassionate care for our neighbors

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Donation Distribution Management: Zoom Call Training
Oct
23

Donation Distribution Management: Zoom Call Training

Training: Donation Distribution Management — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR / Donation Distribution Management Team Training

Instructor: Sonya Meyers

Time: Monday, October 23rd, 2023, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Central

Description: Handling emergency needs for supplies from food, formula, and diapers to cleaning supplies and building materials is the area of focus for our Distribution Response Teams. Our Regional warehouses handle bulk materials, and our smaller Congregational Distribution Centers collect donations and distribute goods to the community.

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Hosting Out-of-Town Volunteers: Zoom Call Training
Oct
23

Hosting Out-of-Town Volunteers: Zoom Call Training

Training: Hosting Out-of-Town Volunteers — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR /Hosting Out-of-Town Volunteers

Instructor: Sonya Meyers

Time: Monday,October 23rd, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Central

Description: Hosting Out-of-Town Volunteers and mission teams is another way Congregations can support disaster recovery. Out-of-town teams need a place to sleep, meals, and shower after a hard day’s work. Congregations with kitchen facilities, classrooms, and access to shower facilities are ideal!

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Clean-out, Muck, Gut, & Tarp: Zoom Call Training
Oct
17

Clean-out, Muck, Gut, & Tarp: Zoom Call Training

Training: Clean-out, Muck, Gut, & Tarp — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TX CDR / Clean-out, Muck, Gut, and Tarp Training

Instructor: Jack Aulick

Time: Tuesday, October 17th, 2023, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Central

Description: Muck, Gut, & Tarp Response Teams assist homeowners in protecting their homes from further damage and prepare them to dry before repairs begin. They install blue tarps, remove water-damaged drywall, rugs, some flooring, and household contents and help preserve those items that can be salvaged. They sanitize the home to prevent mold growth. 

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Compassionate Care: Zoom Call Training
Oct
12

Compassionate Care: Zoom Call Training

Training: Compassionate Care — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR / Compassionate Care Training

Instructor: Godfrey Hubert

Time: Thursday, October 12th, 2023, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM, Central

Description: Compassionate care is caring for the individual impacted by a disaster. TXCDR Response Teams know they are not just working on a house but are serving a family whose whole life has been turned upside down. They take the time to listen to those affected by the disaster. We offer emotional and spiritual support, empathy, encouragement, and hope.

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Disaster Readiness Coordinator (DRC) Orientation: Zoom Call Training
Oct
11

Disaster Readiness Coordinator (DRC) Orientation: Zoom Call Training

Training: Disaster Readiness Coordinator Orientation: Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR / Disaster Readiness Coordinator Part 1 Orientation

Instructors: Leadership Team

Time: Wednesday, October 11th, 2023, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, Central

Description: This training is for current and prospective DRCs and assistant DRCs.

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Laundry: Zoom Call Training
Sep
28

Laundry: Zoom Call Training

Training: Laundry — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR / Laundry Support Team Training

Instructor: Chris Hubert

Time: Thursday, September 28th, 2023, 4:00-5:00 PM, Central Time

Description: TXCDR Laundry Teams help evacuees by cleaning their clothes. Volunteers take clothing home to wash, dry, and fold, or partner with a local laundromat, school, or gym, or partner with a company or non-profit for mobile laundry services.

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Compassionate Care: Zoom Call Training
Sep
27

Compassionate Care: Zoom Call Training

Training: Compassionate Care — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR / Compassionate Care Training

Instructor: Godfrey Hubert

Time: Wednesday, September 27th, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Central

Description: Compassionate care is caring for the individual impacted by a disaster. TXCDR Response Teams know they are not just working on a house but are serving a family whose whole life has been turned upside down. They take the time to listen to those affected by the disaster. We offer emotional and spiritual support, empathy, encouragement, and hope.

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Volunteer Coordinator: Zoom Call Presentation
Sep
25

Volunteer Coordinator: Zoom Call Presentation

Training: Volunteer Coordinator

Topic: About TXCDR

Instructor: Sonya Meyers

Time: Monday, September 25th, 2023, 3:00 PM -4:00 PM, Central (US and Canada)

Description: Spontaneous Volunteers are a vital and welcome part of every recovery response. Some are highly skilled, while others require training. Volunteer Coordinators are critical as they manage the onboarding process to ensure a rewarding and safe volunteer experience for all. Please join us!

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Donation Distribution Management: Zoom Call Training
Sep
21

Donation Distribution Management: Zoom Call Training

Training: Donation Distribution Management — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR / Donation Distribution Management Team Training

Instructor: Sonya Meyers

Time: Thursday, September 21st, 2023, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Central

Description: Handling emergency needs for supplies from food, formula, and diapers to cleaning supplies and building materials is the area of focus for our Distribution Response Teams. Our Regional warehouses handle bulk materials, and our smaller Congregational Distribution Centers collect donations and distribute goods to the community.

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Pet Sheltering : Zoom Call Training
Sep
20

Pet Sheltering : Zoom Call Training

Training: Pet Sheltering — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TXCDR / Pet Sheltering

Instructor: Chris Hubert

Time: Wednesday, September 20th, 2023 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Central

Description: Pet Sheltering Response Teams provide an opportunity for people to evacuate to a shelter with their pets in a co-located facility. Many pet owners are reluctant to be rescued without their pets. By providing a pet shelter near the people shelter, we can encourage early evacuation and help families in an ARC shelter to care for their dogs and cats, providing kennels and food.

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Clean-out, Muck, Gut, & Tarp: Zoom Call Training
Sep
19

Clean-out, Muck, Gut, & Tarp: Zoom Call Training

Training: Clean-out, Muck, Gut, & Tarp — Online Zoom Call

Topic: TX CDR / Clean-out, Muck, Gut, and Tarp Training

Instructor: Jack Aulick

Time: Tuesday, September 19th, 2023, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Central

Description: Muck, Gut, & Tarp Response Teams assist homeowners in protecting their homes from further damage and prepare them to dry before repairs begin. They install blue tarps, remove water-damaged drywall, rugs, some flooring, and household contents and help preserve those items that can be salvaged. They sanitize the home to prevent mold growth. 

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