By now, you probably know that yesterday a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti. This is a nation that has long struggled with its own well-being and has been a fertile ground for missionaries from around the world with its extreme poverty and the strong influence of other faiths like Voodoo.
There are large numbers of people who have been displaced in the disaster. Most of the construction on this crowded island is concrete without the support of rebar - meaning that when the ground moves, buildings collapse. As you begin to ask how to help, consider UMCOR (the United Methodist Committee on Relief) who has a presence already in Haiti and is the relief organization that is usually "first in, last out." Any contribution you make to UMCOR goes 100% to the effort that you designate. For more info, click the link to the article below:
UMCOR - United Methodists Respond with Prayer, Aid for Haiti: "United Methodists have had a long-standing relationship with Haiti through the Methodist Church of Haiti. The strong ties between the Methodist Church of Haiti and UMCOR helped facilitate the opening of an UMCOR Haiti field office in 2005. Support for relief efforts can be made to Haiti Emergency, UMCOR Advance # 418325."
To give to the UMCOR Advance for Haiti, click HERE.
And by all means, keep praying!
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