Relief to western North Carolina after devastation from Helene

More than 200 people in 6 states have died due to the storm – more than 100 in North Carolina. Search and rescue efforts continue.
Over half of the counties in the Diocese of Charlotte have been designated FEMA disaster areas.
44 of the diocese's 92 churches are located inside this territory. Most sustained minor damage and are now serving as aid distribution sites.
Truckloads of aid are running several times each day from the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Charlotte and its three high schools to affected areas.
Online donations for long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts have topped $950,000 from people in all 50 states. Join in giving.
Volunteers and donations of supplies are still urgently needed. How to help.
Masses and the sacraments are still being offered although the Sunday Mass obligation remains lifted by Bishop Martin.