President calls for continued prayer for North Africa

In response to the devastating floods in the eastern Libyan city of Derna, the President of the Methodist Church in Ireland, the Rev David Turtle has issued the following:

“As North Africa has once again been hit by tragedy we call for continued prayer for those affected by disaster in that region. Having been shocked just a few days ago by the devastation of the earthquake in Morocco we lament the death and destruction caused by the floods in the eastern Libyan city of Derna.  To date some 5000 people are reported dead and over 34000 have been displaced.

 As with the news from Morocco, we bring before God those affected by this tragedy in Libya, as well as those who are mobilising to bring help and support. 

World Development & Relief advise financial giving as the best form of support through reputable agencies.”

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