The massive earthquake off the coast of the island of Sumatra, producing a tsunami that slammed into coastal villages, has resulted in one of the greatest natural disasters in memory. The death toll has exceeded that in Hiroshima after the dropping of the atomic bomb. The shock has traveled around the world, as people try to comprehend the destruction. In response, Christians are donating money, churches are raising support, and Christian relief organizations are on the ground in costal regions throughout the Indian Ocean. We've collected our coverage of the disaster, and you'll find what Christians are doing, what others are saying, and what you can do and pray for.
Walking the Talk After Tsunami
In a region known for its hostility to the church, Christian relief work is building bridges with Muslims. by Tony Carnes | posted 02/28/2006 09:00 a.m.
First Waves of Relief
Muslim-Christian hostilities. Competing for qualified labor. Handling record donations. These are just three obstacles Christian aid groups must navigate. By Agnieszka Tennant | posted 01/17/2005 10:00 a.m.
Seven Myths of Disaster Relief
What's really needed after a catastrophe. By Rich Moseanko | posted 01/17/2005 10:00 a.m.
Bent but Not Broken
A pummeled church helps bury the dead and bring life to those who remain. By Manpreet Singh | posted 01/14/2005 9:00 a.m.
Weblog: Mission Agency Airlifts 300 Muslim Tsunami Orphans
Plus: ELCA report recommends status quo on homosexuality, miracle mosques, and other stories from online sources around the world. Compiled by Ted Olsen | posted 01/13/2005 3:00 p.m.
Tsunamis and Birth Pangs
Let's not bash traditional Christian answers to disaster, only keep them in context. A Christianity Today editorial | posted 01/13/2005 9:00 a.m.
Tsunami Weblog: Combining the Gospel with Aid
Plus: Tensions increase between Muslim militants and aid workers; Christian, Hindu groups fighting to help; Churches giving aid; more theodicy debates; and more articles from online sources around the world. Compiled by Rob Moll with Ted Olsen | posted 01/11/2005 2:30 p.m.
Tsunami Weblog: UNICEF Confirms the Kidnapping of Tsunami Orphans
Plus: Ake Green condemns Phelps's attacks on gay Swedes, tax deduction deadline extended for tsunami donations, Muslim radicals provide relief, and other stories from online sources around the world. Compiled by Rob Moll | posted 01/07/2005 3:45 p.m.
Tsunami Weblog: The World Seeks Meaning
Is God to blame for the tragedy? Plus: the recent tsunami updates, ministry amid the wreckage, and Christians give $millions in relief. Compiled by Rob Moll and Ted Olsen | posted 01/05/2005 4:30 p.m.
Tsunami Blog: World Vision's $50 Million Goal
Plus: Commanding the wave to stop in Jesus' name, missing sponsorship kids, and other stories of faith and works in the wake of tragedy. Compiled by Rudy Carassco | posted 01/04/2005 1:00 p.m.
TSUNAMI RELIEF: SRI LANKA Church Building and Its Members Reported Swept to Sea
Horrific and hopeful stories emerging from Sri Lankan Christians. By Paul Gallagher in Melbourne, Australia | posted 01/04/2005 9:30 a.m.
TSUNAMI RELIEF: SRI LANKA Sri Lanka Bible College Aiding Victims, Churches
More than 30,000 of island nation's 20 million people dead. By Paul Gallagher in Melbourne, Australia | posted 01/04/2005 9:30 a.m.
TSUNAMI RELIEF: INDIA India's Christians Prominent in Casualties and Aid
Velankanni basilica, Christian fishermen among hardest hit. By Manpreet Singh in Chandigarh, India | posted 12/30/2004 4:00 p.m.
TSUNAMI RELIEF: DISPATCH FROM SRI LANKA Disaster Prompts 'Neighborly Love'
The director of Youth for Christ in Sri Lanka meets Christian survivors straining to deliver aid to victims despite their own losses. By Ajith Fernando in Colombo, Sri Lanka | posted 12/30/2004 4:00 p.m.
TSUNAMI RELIEF Temptations in Disaster
A ministry leader in Sri Lanka advises his colleagues on spiritual disciplines during a crisis. By Ajith Fernando in Colombo, Sri Lanka | posted 12/30/2004 4:00 p.m.
TSUNAMI RELIEF: U.S. CHRISTIANS' RESPONSE Tsunami Survivors Desperate for Aid
Christian groups worldwide mobilize massive relief effort to South Asia. By Agnieszka Tennant | posted 12/29/2004 4:00 p.m.
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FROM: CHRISTIAN MUSIC TODAY Christian Music Responds
When it comes to tsunami relief efforts, mainstream celebrities aren't the only ones pitching in. Christian musicians are also rallying to the cause—including a benefit concert this week. By Andree Farias | posted 01/24/05
Praying through Tragedy
Prayers That Connect
Nine approaches to getting heart-to-heart with God By Sandra Picklesimer Aldrich, Today's Christian| posted May/June 1998
Top 10 Myths of Disaster Relief
In the wake of the tsunami tragedy, believers must overcome public stereotypes about overseas disasters. Here's what Christian aid workers want you to know.
'A Time for Believers to Act'
Christian ministries issue urgent appeals to help our South Asian brothers and sisters devastated by the deadly tsunamis. By Dan Wooding, Today's Christian | posted 12/30/04
Unexplained Tragedy
How do we explain natural disasters, like the December 26 tsunami? A Christianity Today editorial says that any traditional explanation of suffering is bound to sound shallow, incomplete, and clichd, if it's offered as a sound bite. How do we put these traditional Christian responses to suffering in context? Current Issues Bible Study
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