1 Thessalonians 3:7 So we have been greatly encouraged in the midst of our troubles and suffering, dear brothers and sisters, because you have remained strong in your faith.
Yes Samoa, you encourage US. You are faced with a grim task everywhere you look yet you remain strong. We love so very much, we love you, we love you.
Four days on the world is still reeling from the catastrophic events of Tuesday the 29th of September. The reality is only beginning to hit most people. A desperate sense of wanting to help the people of Samoa lingers over all who sit and watch updates on Samoa in NZ and further. All week long parishes, communities and individuals have been uplifting prayers and collecting donations of all sorts to send to our beloved people. Across Auckland this week there have been prayer meetings and services every night.
In our parish we have families who have been impacted hugely with the loss of life and homes. We are in the process of looking at the best avenue to send support to Samoa. We know this will be an ongoing task for us as Samoans and as part of the body of Christ. May God bless and help us to do all we can to support and provide for our people who are in desperate need.
To our people of Samoa, we love you very much, our tears flow and hearts break but we know as you do that God has all in his care.
Please feel welcome to leave a comment or prayer request as we want to support one another as we travel through this difficult time together.
Hello Tamaki. I have no doubt many are still reeling as you've shared. This morning in class we shared of many of our PIC family have had services and donation collections for Samoa. One member shared of how through their school they were filling a container with clothing etc to be sent this week. Tonight an Auckland wide memorial service and an opportunity for donations was held at the Presbyterian church in Jervois Rd in town. So many people doing good things - thank you Lord. We looked at the following Bible reading and prayed that Samoa will be used as an avenue for God's strength to be seen.
ReplyDelete2 Corinthians 12:9 (Contemporary English Version)
9But he replied, "My kindness is all you need. My power is strongest when you are weak." So if Christ keeps giving me his power, I will gladly brag about how weak I am.
May God be honoured in all that we strive to do as his body. Samoan or not God calls us to work together.
Yes many people have been helping with Samoa. There are many who are still working on projects to help Samoa. I hope people who can help in Samoa are doing so. God help us stay true and honest in whatever we're called to do.
ReplyDeletePeace to you