On June 24, 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, taking the lives of 589 people and injuring more than 3,000. The back-to-back quakes have crippled the already weak local infrastructure—including the international airport and major highways—making it difficult for response teams to help.
ReachGlobal Crisis Response, in partnership with the Latin America and Caribbean Division, is connecting with local leaders to identify immediate needs and ministry opportunities.
For decades, EFCA ReachGlobal and EFCA churches have sent missionaries to Venezuela to invest in disciplemakers to establish the Church where the gospel isn’t known. Through these ministry efforts, we partnered with local leaders to establish the Evangelical Free Church of Venezuela. We share common roots, values and ministry philosophy.
Several EFCV churches are located in regions affected by the earthquakes. ReachGlobal Crisis Response is committed to providing practical help and the hope of the gospel to these churches and communities.
Pray
- For the individuals and families affected by these earthquakes.
- For increased channels of communication between ministry leaders.
- That God would be glorified and His kingdom expanded.
Serve
Email crisisresponse@efca.org for more information on how you can serve in other international mission fields created by crises.
Give
Crisis Response needs funding to support the long-term ministry opportunities created in the wake of these earthquakes and other crises.
You can be a part of the Venezuela Earthquake Response by giving online or mailing a check designated "Venezuela Earthquake 2600-5274" to:
