More sad news from Haiti...the man who trained Carey and me for our mission in Guatemala, Clinton Rabb, Director of Volunteers in Mission, died this morning from wounds sustained when his hotel collapsed during the earthquake. We hadn't heard anything from Clinton, or Sam Dixon, the Executive Director of UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief), until two days ago when a report was issued that they had both survived the quake, despite being trapped under rubble for 55 hours. The reports, however, turned out to be premature.
We're sad to lose our Methodist brothers, who have worked tirelessly to share the love of God by reaching out to and providing for the neediest in our world. Please pray for the families they leave behind, and especially for those Sam and Clinton so desired to help - the people of Haiti.
Peace,
Jay
ps - perhaps the most effective prayer is the one that's followed up with a generous donation to one of the many relief organizations in Haiti (Red Cross, World Vision, Salvation Army, UNICEF, International Relief Teams, among many others). Research charities before donating at www.charitynavigator.org. The best charities give around 90% or more of your donation directly to those in need (instead of towards administration, etc.)
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