Any time of great (or smaller) tragedies, we often feel that there is nothing we can do; but there is. As you have done so admirably in the past, I urge you to do whatever you can, for whomever you can, whenever you can. Please continue to support the organizations listed below. They in turn, help those in need.

In the Immediate:

• Pray. It may sound far too simple, but never underestimate the power of prayer.
• See if you can volunteer in your local community with churches and organizations who are preparing to send aid and supplies.
• If you know anyone within your proximity who has lost or who is worried about a friend or loved one, spend time with them. Pray with them if they would like you to. Pray for them in your own prayers, if they are not comfortable praying with anyone else.
• If you know anyone from a distance who has lost or who is worried about a friend or loved one, e-mail them, call them, write them, just to let them know you honestly care. Pray for them and their loved ones.
• Consider making a monetary donation to one or more of the many recognized registered charities who are accepting funds to aid those affected by this tragedy. Some are listed here below.

In the Long-Term:

• Continue to pray. - When this tragedy falls from the daily news outlets - and unfortunately it will, way too soon - there will still be those in need of help and prayer. Please don't forget about these people.
• If you have the time and are physically able to do so, consider being part of a mission team, who will go to these devastated areas to help rebuild homes, communities, and people's lives. In Canada, Crossroads Christian Communications Inc. organizes such mission teams. 
  
• Consider becoming a volunteer with an organization who strives to help those in need.
  

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