United Methodists across Arkansas prepared for the freezing weather by providing access to warm clothes, shelter, food, and other necessities.
The Warming Line at Central Avenue United Methodist Church in Batesville is available with coats and other warm articles of clothing and accessories for anyone in need.
First United Methodist Church of Batesville is also offering a place of warmth for those who need it. They are located at the corner of 7th and Water Streets and are open each night from 6 p.m. until 8 a.m. They provide dinner, laundry, and showers. They are also accepting donations.
Grand Avenue United Methodist Church‘s “warming” Fence of Love has provided many in its community with the necessities for the cold weather sweeping Arkansas. All items were donated by the members of Grand Avenue UMC and are free to those in the community who may be in need to keep warm during the cold winter months. Rev. Laura Todd is the pastor of Grand Avenue UMC, located in Stuttgart, AR.
Cherokee Village UMC opened its doors to the unhoused in its community as a Warming Center. On the first night, they hosted eight total guests and five fur babies. The warming shelter is open until Saturday, January 11.
The First United Methodist Church in Benton created a “warming box” where people can drop off extra blankets, sleeping bags, coats, sweatshirts, stocking caps, gloves, wool socks, etc. so that others can stay warm.
Many churches, such as Prairie Grove UMC and St. James UMC in Little Rock, provided free firewood for people who rely on wood heat.
