Many of you have been following the news concerning the earthquake that hit Haiti a few days ago. I want to challenge you all to consider how you might help. One way my family and I are showing our support is through giving. I am part of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, a denomination that has long been concerned with global issues. They will be collecting funds to help support the relief efforts that are ongoing in Haiti. All the funds collected will be sent to the relief arm of their denomination Compassion and Mercy Associates (CAMA). In a recent statement CAMA director Phil Skellie stated, “CAMA is gearing up to assist survivors of the 7.0 earthquake that destroyed Port-au-Prince, Haiti’s capital, on January 12. According to a CNN report, the death toll may top 100,000. The hospitals are gone, and medical supplies are desperately needed. About 3 million people—one-third of Haiti’s population—were impacted by the quake. In partnership with sister organizations already on the ground, CAMA will provide immediate assistance—including clean water, emergency shelter, medical aid, and other necessities—as well as long-term help in rebuilding efforts, integrating Jesus’ message of redemption with practical acts of compassion. A compassionate response during a disaster tangibly expresses Christ’s love.” Join us by allowing CAMA to be your hands to a hurting world. Together, we can help support our brothers and sisters whose lives have been disrupted by this earth shattering disaster.

Community Questions:

What other creative ways can we use to reach out to the people of Haiti?