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Support L.A. Wildfire Relief
As fast-moving wildfires, fueled by high winds, continue to engulf neighborhoods in the Los Angeles area, Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), the official domestic relief agency of the Catholic Church in the U.S., has launched a dedicated disaster relief donation campaign. All funds raised will assist those displaced or suffering because of the fires. One hundred percent of all donations will be allocated to Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, which will provide critical humanitarian relief to those most in need. Gifts can also be made by texting “FIRES” to 20406.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie invites you to make a gift today in support of families and individuals whose lives have been upended, please visit the CCUSA Los Angeles Wildfires relief donation page. This is the fastest and most effective way to send aid to those people impacted by the wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
Please keep praying for all those suffering in the wildfires sweeping through southern California. My heart goes out to our neighbors who have lost their homes and livelihoods. Let’s pray for them and let’s pray for our firefighters and first responders. May God keep all of our brothers and sisters safe and bring end to these fires! ~Archbishop GomezA Prayer for Those Impacted by the Wildfires in Los Angeles
Loving God,
We lift up the people of Los Angeles affected by the wildfires.
Bring comfort to those who have lost loved ones and homes, and bring peace to those in fear.
Strengthen the firefighters and first responders working to protect lives.
We pray for the land, animals, and all of Your creation harmed by the flames.
May the earth heal and be restored through Your grace.
Inspire us to act with compassion and care for the environment.
We trust in Your mercy and place all those impacted in Your loving hands.
May Your peace reign in their hearts.
In Your name, we pray.
Amen.
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Hurricane Helene
Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA) and its member agencies around the country have a long history of rapidly mobilizing following disasters not only to meet the immediate needs but also to provide critical, long-term support to communities as they rebuild. Every year, thanks to the generosity of thousands of concerned donors, the Catholic Charities network responds to roughly 60 disasters, from hurricanes and tornadoes to fires and floods. “Hurricane Helene is one of the most dangerous storms to hit the United States in years, and we won’t know the full extent of the damage for some time,” CCUSA President and CEO Kerry Alys Robinson said. “As always, the staff and volunteers of Catholic Charities agencies are springing into action to bring comfort and hope to their neighbors in need. Please join us in providing critical support to the immediate and long-term relief efforts.”
Prayer in Times of Natural DisasterLord, please be with the rescue workers and keep them safe as they make heroic efforts in dangerous situations to rescue those in trouble.Lord, please be with everyone waiting to be rescued, keep them safe, and bring help to them soon.God, bless each and every person affected by this storm and surround them with Your love, protection, and angels.Let them know there are millions of us out here praying for them and their loved ones.We give You all the praise and glory forever, Lord, and know that even in the darkest hours, You are always with us.- Adapted from "Prayer for the Victims of Hurricane Katrina."