Following the March 2010 earthquakes in Chile, Columbans living and working in Chile quickly responded to the needs of the people. They shared their immediate reactions and plans to offer aid. Columbans who were missioned previously in Chile responded in the U.S.
Fr. Derry Healy: A New Sense of Hope!
The reality of the natural disasters has changed the sense of our celebration from rejoicing in a triumphal past to a building of bridges, healing of divides and the creation of a new sense of hope.
Fr. Bob Mosher: Near to the Cries
And together with them, I cry out to God:
Why did this have to happen?
Fr. Alvaro Martinez: Destination: Pencahue
We saw babies sleeping on the street, senior citizens crying, and trying to explain through their faith the great devastation caused by the enormous temblor.
Fr. Chris Saenz: Reflection on Chile
Chileans have a great sense of unity in the face of great challenges. A history of earthquakes has prepared the Chilean people for such events.
Fr. Dan Harding: The Ground Shook Wildly
I was lucky to get outside and hold on to a fence in the darkness as the earth, trees and buildings around me shook wildly. One is completely helpless, not knowing what is going to happen and trying to catch one’s breath.
This article first appeared in Columban Mission.
Who doesn’t have memories of being called to the table with the love and intimacy that comes with a life shared day-to- day? These also were Jesus’ words to His beloved ones
