2013 Philippines

Source: BBC News

It has been 2 weeks since Typhoon Haiyan hit Philippines and hundreds of bodies are still being uncovered from the rubble each day. It is a grim and arduous reality. Let us continue to remember and offer support in the aftermath of this brutality of the storm.

Adelene and her husband Nick from ACTS Philippines, has headed to Cebu to be on ground to support the Salesian sisters with relief efforts.  They will be representing CHARIS and ACTS in response to deliver water filters, solar light sets and other essentials like medicine, ready to eat food, and assist in raising additional funds that may be needed.  They will be moving with the sisters to visit typhoon hit areas in northern Cebu, which we are told by Sr Sarah that 'the damages are truly enormous and the suffering of the people heartbreaking.'
 
The Salesian Sisters have visited three areas in northern Cebu to bring relief goods and Bohol (for earthquake victims) to bring supplies promised to the people. The water filters and other items from Singapore are very much appreciated. They will likely go to affected areas in northern Cebu (where there is no electricity) and the rest sent to Leyte soon. The Sisters will be planning a series of relief efforts until March next year.
 
Please continue to keep Adelene and Nick in your prayers - for boldness to witness, for protection, for God's guidance, patience and endurance during their journey.
 
Please continue to keep the people of The Philippines in your prayers, especially those who have lost everything, those hurt, suffering and hungry.

Thank You and God Bless.
Audrey Leong
 
To all who are keen to offer help financially or physically in support and relief, please contact Audrey Leong – ACTS Philippines, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We will be based in the heart of Manila, in Sta Mesa. An overnight trip to Tagaytay for a quiet spiritual prep retreat is included from 7-9 Dec.

NOTE:

• There will be at least 3 orientation and preparatory meetings will be held from August - November
• There will be a friends and family fund raiser going towards meals & basic necessities for the local children for 2014 and the needs of the vocational students and their school.
• Arrival date must be 5th dec by evening time
• Departure on 13, 14, 15 Dec

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