Breaking News: Flooding in Botswana; 18th Episcopal District Solicits Prayers and Support

From Bishop Jeffery B. Cooper, Sr., Presiding Prelate, 18th Episcopal District Torrential flooding in Gaborone, Botswana, has led to a situation where multiple members of the AME Church are confined to homes due to the floods. We are unsure of the loss of property at this point, but we know it will be substantial. We solicit your prayers for the members of our connectional family impacted by this weather. Donations can be made in the following ways: CashApp: $18thAMEC Check made to: 18th Episcopal District AMEC P O Box 1762 Fairburn, GA 30213 Click here for a BBC News Article detailing the cyclone and the subsequent flooding.

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