We actually know of several missionaries in the Phillipines and other countries that have been so devastated by the tyhpoons and subsequent flooding. Just thought I'd share from a recent letter we received so those of you who want to can pray a little more specifically.
Crisis in the Philippines
As you have no doubt seen in the news, the Philippines has once again been struck by a strong hurricane. According to one report, the water has run as high as 20 feet in some subdivisions in Metro Manila. Many drowned. The following is an excerpt from an email sent by the Rev. Bill Snider, the AGWM area director for the region, who lives in Manila and was on the scene when it happened:
“Going through the neighborhoods in Metro Manila and seeing so much and seeing so many who have lost everything, the feeling that overwhelms you is how great the need and how small the resource that we bring. But that’s in the natural.
I’m convinced that many people are touched deeply by acts of kindness and compassion in these days. I preach this and believe it that small acts can have a big impact. But those small actions must be coupled with prayer. Can we pray together for our churches in these affected areas for the pastors and leaders and the congregations that they will be a shining light and that our assistance to whatever measure we are
able. Being there shows partnership or fellowship in times of suffering.
In the Philippines right now, we have not only a small Convoy of Hope team, but a fairly large Health care team from the US . . . . Let’s pray for all of these efforts.”
And and update posted from the HCMers FB earlier today....
Healthcare MinistriesPhilippines update :: our team saw over 350 patients yesterday and will move to a different site today. The pastor they will work with today was stranded on top of her roof for 13 hours before being rescued. Please keep this effort in your prayers as they continue to do relief work.
And a newly updated website...
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