NEWPORT, Ky. — Rev. Robert Ashley Beagle of the First Baptist Church of Dayton is stunned by the devastation caused by the July floods. He said, “Just seeing the devastation it breaks your heart.” 

What You Need To Know

  • Northern Kentucky church representatives wanted to help those affected by the floods

  • The church has made three trips to eastern Kentucky to deliver supplies and goods

  • They say they want to help because they know things will be rough

Beagle and others from local northern Kentucky churches are on a mission to be a helping hand to so many people affected by the flooding in eastern Kentucky. One church involved is the New Hope Christian Center out of Newport.

Chuck Russell, the pastor of New Hope Christian Center, said, “We took a lot of water of course but a lot of food.”

The supplies are loaded into a van and a couple of drivers take a day to deliver the items to those in need. Beagle said they’ve made thee trips so far.

“Every time we go down we take down at least 5,000 pounds of goods,” he said.

High on God Ministries is also involved. Lance Mockbee, who is with the church, is one of the delivery drivers.

“It’s more than just supplies and food. People need spiritual support and they need labor help. That’s a big thing right now. Help is needed,” Mockbee said.

The churches hope to keep making trips to eastern Kentucky and making as many deliveries as they can.

“The need will still be there for another year or two,” Beagle said.

High on God Ministries is at 203 W 10th Street in Newport and you can bring in supplies. Beagle said they’ll also make use of monetary donations and the First Baptist Church of Dayton is at Dayton Avenue in Dayton and they will also accept your donations. 

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