Earthquake in Haiti

There are no words to describe the devastation that a magnitude 7.3 earthquake can inflict. News is still coming in about the quake that hit the already struggling Caribbean nation of Haiti yesterday. It's not good news either. Our thoughts are with all of those who have been impacted by the disaster both at home and abroad.

Photos by Eduardo Munoz / Reuters Press

An old friend of mine Sam, along with his wife Kristin, lived in Haiti for a year, working as part of a Mission to build an orphanage. He, Kristin and his parents were scheduled to return to Haiti to continue their work this Thursday. I'm thankful they were not in the country when the earthquake hit and I admire the good, but difficult work they have ahead of them when they return to the devastated nation.

Sam and Kristin in Haiti, 2009

Helping to build an orphanage. Photos by Sam Todzia

If you wish to help out, please consider a donation any of to the following disaster relief funds:

• American Red Cross International Response Fund
• Pan American Relief appeal for Haiti
• Oxfam Haiti Appeal

The people of Haiti need all the help we can give.