Act for Peace, the international aid organisation of the National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) has launched the Chile Earthquake Appeal in response to the 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Chile 325 km south west of Santiago at 3.34 AM local time on 27 February.
The number of people missing is rising as relief efforts continue around the coastal areas surrounding Concepcion, the second largest city in Chile. Tsunami waves followed minutes after the earthquake, battering several towns and cities on the coastline.
As UnitingWorld does not currently have any Church Partners in Chile, we urge those wishing to support Chile to consider donating to the Act for Peace emergency appeal.
Funds raised will be directed to the US based Church World Service (CWS), who are working on the ground to provide emergency assistance such as food, water and shelter to those affected by the disaster.
Please pray for those who have lost friends and family, and for those who are still at risk.
Click here to read more about the Act for Peace Chile Earthquake Appeal.
