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The scale of
the disaster facing Haiti after the Aug. 14 earthquake is becoming
clearer. The quake and its aftershocks have left almost 1,500 people
dead, thousands more injured and an unknown number of people are still
missing. At least 13,000 homes were destroyed, and roads, bridges and
communication systems have been severely damaged. This catastrophe
comes on top of Haiti’s ongoing struggles with endemic hunger and
poverty, COVID-19 and continuing civil unrest, and as Tropical Storm Grace
bears down on the region.
Presbyterian
Disaster Assistance (PDA) is providing emergency relief and short-term
recovery in the impacted areas through our established local partners
and in collaboration with ACT Alliance and its members. The PC(USA), through
PDA and together with regional World Mission colleagues, will remain
active throughout the entire recovery process, accompanying our
partners in the area as they determine long-term program needs and
providing financial support for rebuilding and resilience.
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GIVE.
ACT. PRAY.
GIVE:
Gifts can be made online, by
phone at (800) 872-3283, or by check, which can be mailed to
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), P.O. Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA
15264-3700.
ACT:
- Download
and use the bulletin insert.
- Share
our Mobile Cause campaign link
with your members.
- Learn
how you and your congregation can help families who have lost
everything in the devastation. Stay informed and like us
on Facebook, download
resources and share updates with your congregation.
PRAY:
As this earthquake continues to cause destruction and loss of life,
please pray with us that the communities affected by this event and
those offering assistance will be strengthened, have their needs met
and be reminded of the hope found in God.
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