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C.A.R.E. Philippines ministry continues to help cleanup the devastation created by typhoon Ketsana that struck the Metro Manila area on September 26th. Although the ministry facilities were flooded and the school needed to be closed for a week, thankfully, there were no death casualties in the ministry. Many of the houses of their beneficiaries in the adjacent squatters shantytown were swept away by the flooding. The torrential downpour destroyed the ministry’s office, located closer to Manila. It housed all of the communication equipment for C.A.R.E. Philippines. In the process of seeking help and assisting those in need, the focus remained on Christ. For instance as Rose negotiated with a man called in to try to salvage some of the electrical equipment, she first lead him to a saving relationship with the Lord. The early days of the flooding, when nothing could be done physically to alter the situation, the morning prayer time extended further into the day asking for God’s mercy and provisions. (This daily gathering of the staff and parents of school children for prayer and study is from 6 AM until school time.) As things slowly return to equilibrium, please pray that the basic needs of shelter, food, health care, clothing, work, plus trust and obedience to God will be granted those touched by the ministry of C.A.R.E. Philippines. Rose, Melo and the staff always request prayers for strength, energy, guidance, and vision. Last month it there was excitement about the purchase of a facility to serve as a communication center for business and for teaching, but the house was taken off the market, as family members of the owner needed it when their home was swept away by the typhoon. So please continue to pray for a building in an area capable of receiving communication lines to become available to purchase. The lack of reliable internet and telephone service hinders the ministry, and the computer education of the students will be greatly enhanced when they can access the internet. The school is a strong foundation and hub for what is accomplished in outreach through C.A.R.E. Philippines. Your prayers for the staff, students, and families are always appreciated. When you support this ministry, you are definitely assisting in building God’s kingdom. Lives are transformed on a regular basis through this vital ministry in the Philippines. Wonderfully the changed lives are not only those in need of the services, but also those who are involved as patrons and servants have been transformed or renewed. Please know that your partnership as a person of prayer and financial supporter is received with deep gratitude. Thank-you for your affirmation and encouragement. Flood Photos    
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