Southern California fires
Hello, everybody,
A member of our church shared with me that her daughter and grandchildren have been evacuated from their home in San Diego County, along with thousands of others. I've watched the NEWS along with you and can't even begin to get my mind around all the devastation and suffering that is happening this week here in Southern California. In this matter, I am calling our church to prayer.
Some of you have friends who are impacted by the some 13 fires burning in Southern California today. It has been a devastating week, and for thousands of people this week is just the beginning of a long journey of recovery. I want to ask you to be available to help -- in prayer, in moral support, in financial assistance, in whatever way you can.
When the fires go out, and they will, the road to rebuilding and recovery will go on for months and months, if not years.
This is a time for persistent, tenacious, and ongoing prayer, and for persistent, tenacious and ongoing availability to serve others in whatever way we are able to do so.
Thanks for being there.
Pastor Rick Savage
2 comments:
Hey,
I just wanted to let you know that Katie's Aunt, Uncle, and Grandma's house was destroyed by the fires (they were living together in one house). Two other sets of Aunt's and Uncle's have been evacuated. Pretty crazy that this is so real for us out here in KC. Starting to rethink moving back after I graduate ... just kidding.
Scott
Scott,
It is really sobering; so many people affected. It's hard to get my mind around it all. Tell Katie's family that they are in our prayers; if we can do more, we will.
Take care of yourself. Looking forward to Christmas.
RLS
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