HOUMA, La. (WGNO) — At Friendswood Church of God, cars lined up as crews assisted those affected by Hurricane Francine. Pampers, wipes and even a hot meal were among many items distributed. Pastor Kern Eschette says this was a true blessing. He explains most are still recovering from Hurricane Ida just like him. "I myself as a resident here in the community have still living in an RV behind the church since Hurricane Ida. I do not have one complaint. God has been good to us. We love helping the community. We try to not take from it, but we want to be a blessing," said Eschette. Overcrowding at St. Tammany Parish Animal Shelter may lead to euthanization soon Mary-Ann Davis was thankful there was a place to check her vitals. She says it's been a long couple of days, but she is thankful for the event and the fact there was less damage than Ida. "This is better than the last one, but it's wonderful to see people care. Showing us that they care. I am a diabetic. I do have high blood pressure. So, anytime I have a chance to get it checked, I do," said Davis. Dr. Gilda Brown Ebanks says the Red Cross plans to continue its efforts, recognizing how resilient the parish is to disasters. She says they always band together afterward. St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office investigating threats circulating school campuses "They are so patient with us. They know that we are here to serve, and they are so grateful and gracious with us and welcoming us and complete strangers into their community," said Ebanks. Eschette emphasizes to those in the parish not to let the hurricane get the best of them, admitting they are stronger when they come together. "Do not give up, you keep going. Do what you can. All you can for yourself as much as you can do what you can to help your neighbor and if everyone does what we can do it will be more than enough with the lord's help," said Eschette. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts No end to summer anytime soon Local organizations deliver hot meals, hurricane relief supplies to Houma residents Border Patrol agent bitten in face during assault on Mount Cristo Rey Cybersecurity expert explains how to avoid funeral streaming scams North Carolina gov. candidate Mark Robinson responds to bombshell CNN report