Mississippi’s governor thanked Franklin Graham and the relief group Samaritan’s Purse in a Facebook post, saying the organization repeatedly has aided the state after disasters. The governor wrote, “Thank you for caring about Mississippi, Franklin Graham! Every time disaster hits (which has been all too often during my time as Gov) Samaritan’s Purse shows up for our people – and they always do it to serve Jesus! God does indeed answer prayers!”
Franklin Graham is the president of Samaritan’s Purse, a faith-based international relief organization known for deploying volunteers and emergency teams to communities after hurricanes, floods and other disasters. The group often provides cleanup assistance, temporary shelter and medical support in the immediate aftermath of emergencies.
The governor’s message underscores the ongoing reliance of state officials on nonprofit and faith-based organizations to supplement government response during repeated natural disasters. Public acknowledgments from elected officials can help coordinate volunteer efforts and reassure residents receiving aid.
Details about the most recent response were limited in the post. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
