Helping Beirut!
Author: Pastor Mitch Williams
August 20, 2020
A few weeks ago, I was moved when my 20 year old nephew, Gil
Fayard, said he was headed to Beirut, Lebanon, as a result of the
massive explosion that struck the capital city on August 4. The huge
blast killed over 200 people, wounded more than 5,000 people and left
more than 300,000 people homeless.
Gil said he
wanted to make a difference for those who were suffering so he jumped on
a plane with a few other friends and headed to the Middle East. Gil
said he didn’t know where he would stay, or eat, or transportation or
even where he would help, but he simply wanted to do something. Gil said
the minute he made the decision to go, God started opening doors with
all the logistics. Upon arrival into Beirut, his accommodations were
set, with him staying in an empty home owned by an Adventist living in
America. A neighbor also took them in and provided meals, even a Wi-Fi
connection. They learned that Adventist Development and Relief Agency
(ADRA) already had teams at ground zero, so they joined the effort,
cleaning up.
As an Emergency Medical
Technician, Gil was also able to treat many wounded in the neighborhoods
surrounding the blast site. He said the people were grateful for the
bandages, ointments, and care provided. Those who survived the blast
said the noise of the explosion was deafening and everyone thought that
the country was under attack.
Yesterday, Gil
returned safely back to America. But the Lebanese people continue to
suffer. You and I may not be able to travel to Beirut and lend a hand,
but we can give a monetary donation to help fund the relief effort.
If you feel moved to make a donation, click here to donate:
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For
I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me
something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I was naked
and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in
prison and you visited me. Matthew 25:35-36
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