Philippines - After the storm

Review of the actual situation on the Philippines. Our team from the City Mission reports:
“The streets are filled with huge piles of garbage from thousands of swamped houses. Furniture, electrical appliances, toys, clothing, books, ... all beyond remedy. Mud and ooze are everywhere, a moldy smell is hovering in the air, ... nevertheless: the Filipinos are tirelessly scooping mud and they are praising God for still being alive! Many are helping to clean up the mess wherever and how they can – and they are cheerful and thankful while doing it. What a great people! Poor or rich!

In the face of these typhoons the Filipinos have proved themselves courageous.
During the next weeks small teams will go on to help wherever they can. They will buy building material, give out food, encourage and pray!

A SMS from the principal
The school which the kids of the Father’s House are attending was completely swamped as well and all the books and toys were destroyed. We helped with the cleaning work and received the following SMS from the principal afterwards:

“We are still cleaning up. Despite the storm and the tragedy I will always have fond memories of this incident because of all you did for us.
We are always glad and thankful for your help and your concern. Many have been praying for us, but you have been the answer to our prayers! The children in the Father’s House are blessed to have you. Sincere thanks to all of you who helped. You are definitely living up to your ministry’s name: ‘HELP International’.”