Did you know that a cyclone hit the eastern coast of Africa a few weeks ago? According to meteorologists, Cyclone Freddy was the longest-lasting and most traveled tropical cyclone ever recorded. Not only were meteorological records broken but a path of destruction to homes, churches and businesses in some of the poorest countries in the world were left in its wake. Hundreds of people died in Mozambique, Madagascar, and Malawi.
The hardest hit country was Malawi where over 500 people are confirmed dead (with estimates expected to climb) and almost a million people affected with destroyed homes. Malawi was still recovering from a Cholera outbreak and is already one of the poorest countries in the world.
Scott and Laura are scheduled to travel and train in Malawi, departing on April 27th. Beyond bringing training to church leaders, we would also like to help in whatever physical ways we are able.
There are 2 ways that you can help:
1. DONATIONS:
· Plastic drop cloth, tarps or tents (find here)
· Kitchen utensils
· Blankets and clothes
· Mosquito nets (find here)
· Water treatment medications
· Soaps
· Flashlights (find here)
· Used laptops and cell phones
If you would like to donate items or order items to be delivered in time for us to take with us, please email: scott.carter@efca.org and let me know how you would like to help.
2. FINANCIAL GIFTS:
· If you would like to give financially, please email: scott.carter@efca.org and let us know how you would like to give (online, check, cash, etc.)
We appreciate your generosity! Please pray for us to bring encouragement and hope through the teaching of God’s Word and by meeting physical needs as well.