Manila, Philippines: Several days after Typhoon Paeng (International name – Nalgae) devastated the Philippines, Nazarene Compassionate Ministries have identified locations where relief aid is most needed. NCM Philippines mobilized the Nazarene Disaster Response Teams in 3 districts to respond and distribute the relief goods.
Typhoon Paeng, a severe tropical storm lasted 3 days in the Philippine Area of Responsibility and devastated major provinces in the country. Millions worth of agricultural products and infrastructure have been destroyed due to flooding and landslides, it even claimed the lives of more than 150 people.
The relief goods consisted of food packs which included rice, canned goods, biscuits, milk, and coffee. 350 families from 3 districts (Metro Manila – 17 churches, Palawan – 5 churches, and Southern Tagalog – 1 church) received the food packs. These families belong to the communities where a Nazarene church is located.
NCM Philippines Coordinator, Rev. Jaime Eniceo shared, “We are thankful for God’s provision and for the lives of our pastors and volunteers who helped during the relief operations.”
Pray for the Nazarene Disaster Response Teams and Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Philippines. Geographically, the Philippines deal with disasters like typhoons until the month of December. Pray that our teams will share the hope and love of Jesus even in challenging situations.
