Church of the Epiphany //
Thursday, August 19, 2021
From Episcopal Relief & Development:
"After a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck on Saturday morning, at least 5,700 people have been injured, 30,000+ people lost their houses, hospitals and churches have been reduced to rubble and at least 1,300 people are dead. That death toll continues to climb.
We are in touch with our partners in Haiti as they assess the damage and determine what is most needed, and will be providing that support. They have reported numerous casualties and extensive damage in and around Les Cayes, Petit Trou de Nippes, and Maniche
The needs in Haiti are already immense, and they will continue to grow. But every dollar, and every prayer, can make a difference to families that have lost everything."
If you are able to contribute anything to the relief efforts, ERD will use it wisely to aid those in need.
Lisa Bower
Penny Mason Rekow
George Ginader
Leslie Mason Moran
Warren Glynn
Shireen M. DeNault
Mason Moher
Liam Moran
Next Week's Anniversaries
Joe & Shirley Skinner
Charlie & Robin Pinches.
A Prayer for Today
Eternal God, hear our prayer for the peoples of Afghanistan. There is a profound humanitarian crisis. Countless people, mostly women and children, are now fleeing and vulnerable. The lives of many are now endangered. The hopes of many are forgone. Send your Spirit, Lord, to rally the resolve of the nations of the earth to find pathways to save human lives, protect human rights, and to resolve the hardships of those seeking refuge, asylum, and safety. Hear our prayer for the peoples of Afghanistan. This we pray as followers of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen.
The Most Rev. Michael Bruce Curry
Presiding Bishop and Primate
The Episcopal Church
For the many people who have asked how they can support The Episcopal Church’s efforts to resettle and provide direct assistance to Afghans seeking special immigrant visas, please visit episcopalmigrationministries.org/give.
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