DISASTER RELIEF:

Hurricane Helene and Milton brought destruction, flooding, and loss of life. In moments like this, we must respond. The Florida Baptist Convention has opportunities for you to serve and/or give.

 

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WAYS TO PRAY:

Provision for the Displaced: We ask for God’s provision for all who have lost their homes or have been forced to evacuate. May He provide shelter, food, and essential needs, knowing He is our great Provider.

Restoration of Infrastructure: We pray for the swift repair of vital roads, bridges, and services. May communities quickly rebuild and restore what’s been lost.

Comfort for the Grieving: For those mourning the loss of loved ones or facing the anxiety of being out of touch with family and friends, we ask for God’s peace to surround them—a peace that surpasses all understanding.

Strength for Responders and Volunteers: We lift up first responders, volunteers, churches, and relief organizations working tirelessly to aid in recovery efforts. May God grant them safety, strength, and wisdom as they serve.

Unity in Compassion: Finally, we pray for unity and compassion to prevail in these challenging times. May communities come together in love, support, and resilience.

 

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What is Buddy Break?

Buddy Break is a FREE Parents’ Day Out/respite program where kids with all types of special needs (VIP kids) have FUN while their parents get a BREAK. At Buddy Break, VIP kids and their siblings make new friends, play games, do crafts, hear children’s stories, enjoy music, and more! Buddy Break is a free respite program where kids with special needs (VIPs) and their siblings make friends, play games, enjoy crafts, music, activities, and more! Buddy Break provides a wonderful opportunity for the caregivers of these children to receive a break from their ongoing responsibilities for three hours once a month on a Saturday morning, from September through May.


 

Why Buddy Break?


Giving families of kids with special needs a break

  • One out of 10 kids under the age of 14 has some kind of special need. You probably know someone with a VIP kid! 
  • The weight and stress of raising a child with special needs can be overwhelming.
  • Mental Health Treatment of stress is 2-3x higher for parents of VIP kids versus parents of typical kids.
  • The divorce rate is high (up to 80%) for couples with a child with special needs.
  • Families may experience extreme isolation, depression, loneliness, and fatigue.
  • Opportunities to get a break are rare, yet desperately needed to survive.

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To be a Buddy Break Volunteer you must be 14 years of age or older, have a loving heart, open arms, and a willingness to learn (no previous experience with VIP kids is necessary).

If you would like more information or are interested in becoming a volunteer, please contact Kim Morrill at  321.720.6017 or email buddybreak@fbcmi.com.