[Meeting] RE: meeting: Grenada Prayer request for Hurricane Ivan Assemblies

[Jones, Rob (SF02)]

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The following is a update on the conditions of the assemblies that has been
affected by the Hurricane in Jamaica.
Lets continue to pray for them.
Thanks
Rob Jones


Posted: 30 Sep 2004 12:56 pm    Post subject: Hurricane Ivan Jamaica     

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JAMAICA - We have received the following detailed report from Dr Winston &
Mrs Nurkle Litchmore in Jamaica. 

"Please pray for reconstruction work, which is taking place due to the
devastating work of Hurricane Ivan. 

Hurricane Ivan attacked Jamaica on Friday 10 September 2004, and wreaked
havoc throughout the island. 17 persons lost their lives and hundreds were
made homeless. There were extensive damages to farms, businesses, schools
and churches, and utilities were temporarily put out of action. 

Among the 84 Christian Brethren Assemblies no loss of life, or major
physical injuries, has been reported. However the roofs of several buildings
were damaged to varying degrees by the fierce and boisterous winds. The
surging waters also entered some buildings via doors and windows damaging
furniture, floors and furnishings. Many believers had the roofs of their
homes blown off and hundreds of them lost their crops. Although the saints
have acted remarkably quickly on reconstruction, many of these are temporary
arrangements. For some assemblies services are being held in homes,
neighbouring assemblies, or in tents. 

Christian Missions has the role of co-ordinating disaster aid. It has the
responsibility for receiving funds, food, and building materials, and
disbursing them. Whatever assistance received will be acknowledged. In his
role as CEO, Dr Winston Litchmore has been touring damaged assembly
buildings, assessing individual needs, and determining priorities for aid.
The Christian Brethren radio programme 'Look at Life' is being utilized in
communicating with the assemblies. 

MIDLAND BIBLE INSTITUTE - About 75% of the roof of Midland Bible Institute
has been damaged causing severe flooding inside the building. No one can be
housed on campus. Upstairs the dormitories are particularly affected, with
beds and furniture all damaged. The newly extended and refurbished library
has been affected including some books. The roof is temporarily covered
with tarpaulins but the continuing rains constantly bring more water inside
the building. The clearing of materials and debris is a huge job. However
classes are in session being held both in the foyer and in the classrooms,
which are not affected. Praise the Lord! The school had a visit from the
looters but nothing was taken. This building was not insured. 

SHILOH GOSPEL HALL - The main church building was intact except for the main
door, which was wrenched off b y the 'crow-bar' effect of the wind. The
manse, which was recently refurbished, sustained leakage due to some sheets
of zinc being raised by the wind, and the annexe building lost two sheets of
zinc. Several believers had roof damage and flood-damage, but two
lost their roofs and two elderly believers living in poor conditions need to
be re-housed. 

MIDLAND PREPARATORY SCHOOL - This school sustained 30% roof damage. There
was inside flooding. One of our assemblies, the Midland Bible Chapel, is
housed by this building and has made alternative arrangements for church
services. 

BEREA GOSPEL HALL - This small assembly, which has insurance on the
building, experienced minor damages to its roof and to a small building on
site. Action is being taken to address the damage. 

FAITH GOSPEL CHAPEL - The main building sustained roof damage as well as
damage to windows and doors causing flooding. The manse has been destroyed.
The home of a local missionary couple sustained roof and furniture damages. 

BETHEL GOSPEL CHAPEL, SOUTHFIELD, ST ELIZABETH - This assembly is located in
the southern part of the island and has a membership of over 200 believers.
The building was constructed in 1969 and opened in 1970. The building lost
its roof and there was damage to some furniture. About six believers lost
the roofs to their homes. 

WESTERN BIBLE CAMP SITE - Bethel Gospel Chapel has responsibility for this
7½ acre camp site. The facilities are extensively damaged and in chaos. The
roof of the male building, and also the back veranda of the oldest building
are destroyed. The roof of the auditorium, kitchen and dining room is blown
off. This is a very large building. Over the years several efforts have
been made to improve this facility and this can be seen in that a newly
constructed area is in place and this has remained intact during the
hurricane. It is in this building that equipment and other materials were
stored and kept safe. Well organized, and fruitful camp work goes on here
every year. 

GALILEE GOSPEL HALL - Galilee is among the larger assemblies and is located
east of the capital of Kingston. It experienced flooding inside the
sanctuary and damage to the office of the local missionary through flooding.
Several books were damaged. This was due to the water coming through loose
capping on the roof. There is minor damage to the building which houses the
medical clinic. 

CARMEL GOSPEL HALL - Carmel is located east of capital Kingston. There was
minor damage to the ceiling of the main building and outside the kitchen
area. There was also minor damage to the resource centre, which caused a
worsening of the condition of the ceiling. 

LONGWOOD GOSPEL HALL - There was extensive roof and structural damage to the
left side of the main building. The back of the building, which houses the
basic school, is almost completely destroyed. 

GOSHEN GOSPEL HALL - Very minor damage detected. 

QUICKSTEP GOSPEL HALL - A report that the roof was completely destroyed
proved false. However, three sheets of zinc were dislodged and the saints
acted quickly to replace them. The building, which was flooded inside
including wet bedding, was being dried out. The ceiling, which is in a
deplorable condition, now needs to be replaced. It is interesting to note
that this small assembly opened its door to the public for shelter during
the hurricane. 

ROSES VALLEY GOSPEL HALL - This assembly is in the process of rebuilding and
withstood the hurricane, except for ground water overflow into a low back
section which is still under construction. 

EMMAUS GOSPEL CHAPEL - The building was unscathed from the hurricane and in
good condition. 

ABERDEEN GOSPEL HALL - Construction work is being carried on at this
assembly where a new building is being built around an older building. It is
reported that no damage was sustained. 

CHRISTIANA GOSPEL CHAPEL - There was no damage to this building except for a
slight roof damage causing a leakage inside. The saints speedily carried out
the repair work. 

MANDEVILLE BIBLE CHAPEL - There was slight damage to the rear of the
building where a few sheets of zinc were blown off. Repair work is in hand. 

BETHEL GOSPEL HALL, MOCHO, CLARENDON - There was slight damage to the roof
of the building near to the front porch causing water damage to some
furnishings. The roof of an outside toilet was completely blown off and
needs replacement. 

The tour continues and the next visit is schedule for Berkshire Gospel Hall
where the roof has been damaged. Assemblies have been asked to contact the
offices of Christian Missions with their individual estimates for damage to
property. We have been impressed with the way that the government / agencies
/ organisations have been handling things both in the pre-Ivan and
post-Ivan period. 

We are grateful for the interest and concern shown by everyone and will ask
you to continue to pray with us that the Lord will bring glory to His name
out of this hurricane experience." 

We confirm that Echoes of Service has sent monies from its Disaster Fund to
assist with the relief operation and rebuilding costs. We are continuing to
monitor this situation and further monies will be sent if appropriate.
Please continue to remember this situation in your prayers.
_________________
Rob Jones 
S.A. Bible Believer 



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Posted: 30 Sep 2004 12:01 pm    Post subject: Grenada Prayer request for
Hurricane Ivan Assemblies     

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Echoes of Service 
NEWSFLASH 
30th September 2004 


We have received the following updates from Mr Richard Trotman, Trinidad,
concerning the devastation caused by Hurricane Ivan in Grenada 



News as at 16 September 2004 



"We have been able to make contact by mobile phone to brethren in Grenada.
There has been extensive damage to buildings. At least four halls have been
severely damaged. Many believers' homes have been damaged. The death toll
is rising as rubble is being cleared. Some local sources say at least 50
persons lost their lives. There are no reports of anyone in fellowship
being killed. 



Utilities (power, water, phones) are out, and may not be restored for some
time. The immediate need is for food, water, temporary shelter and lighting
supplies. Arrangements have been made to send an initial supply of goods to
our brethren by an inter-island vessel sailing Friday morning, DV. 



There is a dusk to dawn curfew so moving around the country is limited.
Several brethren from Trinidad are scheduled to visit Grenada over the next
few days DV. This will give a first hand view and also allow us to firm up
arrangements for the safe handling of goods when they arrive in Grenada.
Brethren from Trinidad and Tobago will be meeting this Saturday DV with a
view to co-ordinating our efforts." 



News as at 24 September 2004 



"I visited with our brethren in Grenada yesterday. Truly to see the
situation first hand is an altogether different experience from looking at
photos and videos. 



A pipe-borne supply of water has been restored to several parts of the
country, but is not yet declared fit to drink - it must be boiled before
human consumption. Roads have been cleared and are passable. Petrol and LPG
supplies are easily available. Mobile telephone service has been restored
to a large extent. Given that so many poles are down, land-line and
electricity supplies have not been restored. 



Military and Police detachments from several Caribbean countries are
present on the island, and are helping greatly with the security situation.
The local prison was damaged, so high-risk prisoners are being transferred
to facilities in neighbouring islands. 



Government administrative functions are beginning to operate again. Public
schools are still closed - many are being used as shelters for the
displaced. Attempts are being made for children in the examination classes
to be accommodated in schools on neighbouring islands. 



We got news from a brother who visited Carriacou that it was not as
severely affected as the main island of Grenada. The Gospel Hall is intact.
A local committee of able brethren has been formed in Grenada to ensure
that needs are properly and accurately identified, and that any relief is
well used and properly distributed. 



We are sending another shipment of relief items to Grenada tomorrow DV. The
goods are in a container on the port and should be loaded tonight (Friday)
DV. A brother is going to travel on the vessel to ensure safe delivery as
far as possible. Included in this shipment: Food, Bottled Water, Rope,
Tarpaulins, Chain saws, Compressors, Generators, Batteries and Flashlights. 



Believers from other islands close to Grenada (Barbados, St Vincent, St
Lucia) have also been sending relief supplies. Our brethren in Grenada are
very appreciative of the practical help and consideration shown by
believers in the Caribbean, North America, UK, and elsewhere. They have
been revived and encouraged by this. 

Please pray for: 

The continued safety and well-being of the saints in Grenada. 
Wisdom in the rebuilding efforts 
Wisdom as believers seek to witness for Christ in this very trying
situation. Many non-believers are experiencing despair as 'all of their
earthly possessions are gone'. 
Wisdom for the secular authorities as they make decisions about the future
of the country and its economy. They are being flooded with advice from
every quarter and much wisdom is required." 


Echoes of Service is sending monies from its Disaster Fund to assist with
the relief operations. Further monies will be sent if appropriate. 

________________
Rob Jones 
S.A. Bible Believer 
 


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