We have a very high readership in Asia specifically Japan. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We're also thinking of those who live abroad and have not been able to make contact with their loved ones. It may be quite some time before we know the accurate number of people affected or the long term effects that this disaster has caused.
However, we do know that our readers are compassionate and concerned about others. We're asking our readers to invite your family & friends to make a donation to the following:
A few weeks has passed since the earthquake in Haiti. With grateful hearts we give thanks to all those who responded from around the world. The first responders arrived and assisted with the rescue and relief efforts. We understand that the people of Haiti will need a tremendous amount of help for many years to come. Let's plan to continue to give even after the dust settles.
My heart goes out to the people of Haiti; the families who are awaiting the news of their loved ones; the families that have heard the awful news that their loved ones have died; the missionaries; the orphans; the survivors; the rescue/relief workers from all over the world - are in my daily thoughts and prayers.
As I watch the coverage, tears fill within my eyes. I feel so helpless as I watch the people crushed beneath the debris. The orphans that already exist there only to be increased with the new number of children who are left without a parent or family member to take care of them. I want to be there to help, I want to give them a hug. The people of Haiti needs our love and support. This is not the time to judge or spew ignorance. I was appalled by the ignorant comments that were made by others including a religious leader Pat Robertson of the Christian Broadcasting Network. My understanding of a Christian is one who lives a life of compassion and love. We are supposed to give to those in need a basic human response and more importantly - not judging others. According to the bible that we believers of Christ have followed, it clearly shows Christ saying - He who is without sin, cast the first stone. On the other hand, I am not surprised by the remarks of Rush Limbaugh he's way too predictable and is increasingly boring. I would post their videos but there's no place here for bigots. It is the time to step up and show compassion for those in need.
Keith Olbermann addresses both Robertson and Limbaugh:
Here are a few of the many organizations/companies that are accepting donations:
