God of mercy, comfort those who are grieving, give peace to those who have died and protect those who are working to save lives. Strengthen the Christchurch community for the long period of recovery and healing ahead. Help us to support them through prayer and compassion. Amen.
If so moved, Episcopal Relief and Development is accepting online donations for relief efforts. Remember, this is the organization that presented us with a plaque last year for our work with their Haitian relief efforts. One hundred percent of all donations is used for relief rather than shared with administrative costs. Their website may be found at this link.
Above are before and after photos of our cathedral in Christchurch, New Zealand. Appropriately, it is Christ Church Cathedral.