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Earthquake in Haiti
Prayer:
Adon ha-olamim, Sovereign of the universe,
We join our prayers to the prayers of others throughout the world, for the victims of the earthquake which brought destruction and disaster to Haiti and took so many lives.
Almighty God, we beseech you, send comfort to the bereaved, and healing to the injured. Be with those who are engaged in the work of rescue. Grant strength to those who see to the needs of the injured and sick, give shelter to the homeless, and who provide sustenance to those in need.
Almighty God, we recognise how insignificant we are, and how helpless in the face of nature when its full power is unleashed. Open our hearts in prayer and our hands in generosity, so that by our actions we may bring comfort, healing and support. Help us now and all humanity as we seek to do what we can by helping people reconstruct their broken lives. Ken Yehi Ratzon, ve-nomar Amen.
Shevat 5770/January 2010
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STATEMENT BY THE CHIEF RABBI LORD SACKS ON DISASTER IN HAITI
The Chief Rabbi, together with the Jewish Community, is deeply distressed at the tragic loss of life and damage suffered by the people of Haiti. It has been estimated that every single family on the island has lost either a family member or a close friend. Not only are they dealing with the shock, anguish and physical danger that the earthquake itself brought, but are having to cope with the challenge to survive at a time when the infrastructure around them is destroyed.
The Chief Rabbi has distributed to all his congregations a special Prayer to be recited on behalf of the Haitian people and asks all members of his communities to identify themselves with international efforts of fundraising and rehabilitation.
The Chief Rabbi Lord Sacks
19 January 2010
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