The Needs are Many, but Take Heart

Thursday, June 26, A.D. 2008

The aftermath of the floods and storms in the Midwest continues to be a burden for many. The needs are great. Churches and regional offices are still gathering information about their members, and Week of Compassion is in regular contact with them. As always, in times of disaster and crisis, there are also acts of tremendous kindness and generosity. Week of Compassion is pleased to have witnessed many such acts in the past days and weeks. We, as Disciples, are family, and it is in these moments that we see that, perhaps, most clearly. We come to each other’s rescue when we need it most. For that we praise God!

We continue to lift up in prayer all those who suffered from the wildfires in California, those in Missouri affected by the floods, all those in Indiana, Illinois, Nebraska, and Iowa, as well as our people in Oklahoma. The list of needs is long. Just as we continue to respond to these needs here at home, we are also aware of the ongoing recovery work in Myanmar, China, the Philippines, and India. We also hold close the people all over Sudan, Chad, Zimbabwe, the Congo, and South Africa.

But, be strong, be of good courage, and take heart: for as many needs as there are in the world, there are just as many ways to respond. Thank you for being our partner in the Gospel.

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