On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse
Samaritan's Purse
Tornadoes in Chattanooga, TN
Samaritan's PurseEpisode · 17 min · April 29, 2020
About this episode
Welcome to the first episode of a four-part mini-series featuring the work Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief is providing in the Southeast. Listen to "In the News – Tornadoes in the South" for more information about the U.S. Disaster Relief response to those affected by this storm-system. Stay up to date with
stories of Samaritan’s Purse working to help families devastated by the tornadoes. Join our community on Instagram for more behind the scenes content.
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