Serve Source Resources Hub
The Serve Source Resources Hub features the free disaster-response tools, guides, and templates we've created or sourced to equip churches, pastors, volunteers, and families. From ministry-focused disaster guides to step-by-step preparedness plans, these resources equip faith communities to respond with clarity, compassion, and confidence when crisis strikes.
Whether you’re building a church disaster-response ministry, preparing your family for emergencies, or strengthening community resilience, Serve Source provides trusted, experience-driven materials to help you lead well before, during, and after disasters.
The Pastor’s Playbook for Disaster Response
With one mission in mind, many outreach-minded church and disaster response leaders have come together to shared knowledge, lessons learned, resources, communication pathways, and active partner organizations in an easy-to-understand format.
We call it the Pastor's Playbook
Family Preparedness Plan
Emergencies and disasters can strike at any moment, often with little warning. From natural disasters to power outages, having a well-thought-out plan is essential for ensuring your family’s safety and well-being. Download this 20-page template to get started with your family emergency plan.
The Church’s Guide to Disaster Response
Disaster response starts with the Church. When crisis strikes—whether through storms, floods, fires, or other disasters—churches are often among the first to respond with compassion and care.
The Church’s Guide to Disaster Response is a free, practical resource created to help pastors, outreach leaders, and volunteers build or strengthen a disaster response ministry rooted in purpose, relationship, and trust.