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Help Indigenous Missionaries Get Aid to Earthquake Survivors​

Help Indigenous Missionaries Get Aid to Earthquake Survivors

On Monday, August 10, a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia. The powerful quake caused widespread destruction, killing hundreds of people and leaving many more injured, missing, or without the basic necessities they need to survive. Rescue and relief efforts are continuing as communities struggle to recover.

But in some remote areas, help has been slow—or has not arrived at all.

One indigenous ministry shared:

“We thank God that none of our congregations were affected, but we mourn for the loss of lives and property of many people affected by this earthquake. Our ministry is gathering first aid supplies, clothing, water, and nonperishable supplies to help in a remote area that received little to no aid after this event.”

These believers are already mobilizing. They know the region. They can reach communities that may be difficult for outside aid organizations to access. And they are preparing to bring practical help and the hope of Christ to families who have lost so much.

But they need help now to purchase and deliver these emergency supplies.

Will you send an urgent gift today to help indigenous believers bring first aid, clean water, food, clothing, and the love of Christ to earthquake survivors in Colombia?

50.2 million

Population

10.66%

Evangelical Population:

119

People Groups:

92

Unreached People Groups:

How to Pray for Colombia

  • Pray that the gospel of Jesus Christ would spread, transforming indigenous communities.
  • Pray that God would protect missionaries facing the daily threat of bandits and illegal armed groups.
  • Pray that He would raise up more workers for His harvest so that this ministry can fulfill its vision to reach new areas it hasn’t yet had capacity to.
  • Pray that God would provide the wisdom and resources needed to continue in ministry, including support for gospel workers, shoes and clothing for children in severe poverty, monetary support for the children’s families, and a church building for new tribal believers along the Venezuelan/Colombian border.

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