(KERR COUNTY, TEXAS) If you’ve watched the news lately or live in Texas, you’ve likely seen the heart-wrenching images coming out of Kerr County and beyond. Devastating floods swept through the region over the 4th of July weekend, claiming lives and displacing countless families. But even in the middle of this heartbreak, there is the promise of God's peace—thanks in part to Convoy of Hope.
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Convoy of Hope, a faith-based disaster relief organization, is known around the globe for showing up in the darkest moments with the light and love of Jesus. Now, they are on the ground in Texas, distributing Blessing Buckets—filled with essential items like food, clean water, hygiene products, and a Bible—to flood victims trying to rebuild their lives.
Convoy’s Vice President of Disaster Services, Stacey Lamb, shared an inside look at the organization’s response efforts. “This was a devastating flood with tragic loss of life—not only in Kerr County but in multiple areas across Texas,” he said. “But because of our pre-positioned supplies, trucking fleet, and trained teams, we’re able to respond quickly.”
That quick response includes more than just physical supplies. Convoy of Hope is partnering with local churches, such as Gateway Fellowship Church in hard-hit Kerr County, to deliver long-term support. These churches serve as distribution points and spiritual lighthouses for their communities.
Lamb described one powerful moment in San Saba, Texas, where residents gathered to receive supplies. “Nearly 300 people showed up—many hadn’t stepped foot in a church in years,” he shared. “Not only did they receive tangible help, but they were prayed for. That church became a beacon of hope in the community.”
It’s that spiritual support that sets Convoy of Hope apart. As Lamb emphasized, “We want the local church to be the hero in their community. We just come alongside to help lift them up.”
Beyond Texas, Convoy is also responding to flooding in New Mexico, where lives were lost, including two children. But even amid grief, Convoy’s teams continue to press in, offering not just supplies, but the hope and comfort of Christ.
Maintaining that hope is critical—not just for survivors, but for Convoy’s own team members. “Compassion fatigue is real,” Lamb admitted. “We prioritize team care, with morning devotions, nightly debriefs, and regular rotations to ensure our staff stays spiritually and emotionally healthy.”
When asked how Convoy stays ready year-round, Lamb said preparation is constant. “In 2024 alone, we responded to 99 disasters around the world—almost one every three or four days. We train continuously, maintain strong relationships with suppliers, and keep our fleet and warehouses ready to go.”
Even in the busiest seasons, Lamb said the team finds strength in small, sacred moments. “Sometimes it’s just handing someone a bottle of water, listening to their story, or helping clean up a home. You see a spark in their eyes—that’s the moment they realize they’re not alone.”
As Convoy continues its long-term support in Texas and around the world, they’re asking for prayer. “Pray for our teams on the ground,” Lamb said. “Pray for wisdom, provision, and that God would continue to go before us.”
To support or learn more about Convoy of Hope, visit ConvoyOfHope.org.