Haiti Earthquake Report from the General Conference of SDA

By: Larry R. Evans
Date: 01/16/10
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The following is a report from one of the General Conference officers.

Reports are sketchy at best, but the picture we are getting is not good. Communication is very poor.  The airport tower was destroyed. There are 1,000 churches in the area with approximately  330,000 members. We do know two of our largest churches near the presidential palace were destroyed—five congregations met in these churches.

One of these churches had a school and there are serious concerns for the children who were attending school at that time.  It is believed that the Union President is alive but contact has not been made.  The union office is not damaged seriously. One union worker was killed when a wall fell on him.

There are two IDEs (missionaries) in Haiti. They are alright but shaken. Serious damage has been sustained by our university.  The lawns of our university and hospital campuses are being used by many for a sleeping area, as a place of safety.

Fortunately, our churches did take out earthquake insurance and that will help some with the many economic challenges now facing our work in the area.  ADRA along with the division will be working to assist members and the public alike.  No doubt more complete reports will be coming.

Your prayers for the people of Haiti and those who are working to assist them would be much appreciated.
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