Our Response to the Devastating Floods in Nepal
Brentwood Baptist Campuses,
We are praying right now for those in Nepal and along the Chinese boarder in the wake of this flashflood area taking the lives of at least hundreds and with hundreds more missing. Our very own Brett Freemon (having previously served in the area) is currently in Khatmandu and has been in communication with our longtime partners Transformation Nepal.
This is that our friends in Nepal had to share:
“We are writing to request your urgent prayers and support for families affected by the devastating flash floods that struck parts of Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts on the morning of August 26. The disaster has caused loss of life, injuries, destruction of homes, and damage to local infrastructure. Many families have been displaced and are facing immediate shortages of food, clean drinking water, shelter materials, clothing, and basic medical supplies.
Two of our ministry partners and local pastors serve in the affected regions and are helping us assess the situation and coordinate relief efforts. Through their local networks, we are identifying the most vulnerable families and working to provide timely assistance.
In addition, communities in Jajarkot have recently been affected by severe flooding. One of our ministry partner pastors serves in that area and has reported significant needs among vulnerable families who are struggling to recover. Assistance is urgently needed there as well.
Transformation Nepal is mobilizing resources to respond to these emergencies. We invite you to partner with us in bringing hope and practical support to those impacted by these disasters. Your contribution, whether through prayer or financial assistance, will help provide emergency relief, food supplies, temporary shelter, clean water, and other essential needs to affected families.
Please keep the victims, local communities, our ministry partners, and rescue teams in your prayers. We will continue to share updates as more information becomes available.”
What are we doing and what can we do?
This is an example of how important our relationships around the globe can be. Thankfully, we know of people that are ready to respond and the Lord allows. We are already in the process of sending financial support and will continue to listen to those directly involved in the next steps to know how we can continue to support in the days ahead.
Pray – Pray for families, workers, communities, ministries, etc. Pray for open doors for people to see the Lord at work.
Give – We are able step in quickly to support our partners on the ground because of the generosity of our people. If people feel called to give they can certainly do so to our International Crisis Response at the link below.
Pray for Conversations that will come – People all over the world watching something so tragic happen so quickly will start to ask questions. Pray for those conversations and that people will be drawn to the hope that comes in a relationship the Christ.
Thank you all and as always, if you have any questions do not hesitate to reach out.
Blessings
Vicki Howell
If you would like more details on how we are assisting, please have them reach out to Vicki Howell ([email protected]) or Brett Freemon ([email protected]).