{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The SOBC Pod","title":"Crisis Response: Serving in the Midst of Devastation","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2208,"description":"What does it look like to bring hope in the middle of a crisis?In this episode of the SOBC Pod, Craig sits down with Phil, one of Stone Oak Bible Church’s deacons, to talk about crisis response ministry. Phil shares his story of coming to Stone Oak, his background, and how God led him to step into leading a crisis response team after the devastating floods in the Hill Country.They walk through what crisis response actually looks like on the ground—from clearing debris and tearing out drywall to sitting with homeowners, praying with them, and offering hope in the midst of loss. Phil also shares powerful stories from time spent serving in affected communities and how those experiences have shaped his faith.This conversation highlights the heart behind crisis response: not just rebuilding homes, but caring for people and pointing them to Christ in some of their hardest moments.Topics covered in this episode include:Phil’s background, family, and journey to Stone Oak Bible ChurchHow he first connected with the church and got involved servingHis role as a deacon and heart for the church bodyHow the crisis response ministry began after the Hill Country floodsPartnering with Reach Global and existing EFCA relationshipsWhat disaster response work actually looks like day-to-dayThe importance of organization in crisis situationsMoving from cleanup efforts to caring for people spiritually and emotionallyReal stories from serving homeowners in devastated areasHow crisis response creates opportunities for prayer, gospel conversations, and discipleshipThe role of the local church in responding to crisisHow serving in crisis has shaped Phil’s personal faith and perspectiveWhy crisis response is about more than rebuilding homes—it’s about bringing hopeIf you’re part of Stone Oak Bible Church and want to get involved, you can sign up through Church Center under the Crisis Response team. The team regularly serves in the Hill Country and welcomes anyone who wants to help.Stone Oak...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/fhGCHON049VUgpCtiW6Aa13qfhaucjTo-WCM7muRccA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80NDZk/YjU1N2UxMjU1MDVj/ODc2NGE1MWQ2OTY2/MWVmOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}