Turning to God in the Midst of Tragedy

By Pauline J. Chang, Christian Post Reporter Monday, January 03, 2005

Thousands of Christians gathered across Southeast Asia in celebration of the first Sunday service of the New Year, despite the tragic earthquake-tsunami that hit only one week ago, Jan. 2, 2004.

According to Christian relief agencies, many of whom have already dispatched personnel and supplies to the 11-country region, the tragedy requires countless prayers and offerings by the millions of Christians in America. Denomination-affiliated relief agencies also note tragedies open new doors and opportunities to missions and outreach.

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