in Camp-Perrin, Les Cayes, Haiti. (AP Photo/Joseph Odelyn)
On Saturday, August 14, a massive 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit Haiti, killing nearly 2000 people, with death toll numbers increasing. The shock leveled homes, leaving thousands without shelter. Countless others are injured and hospitals are already overwhelmed. Haiti is a country already susceptible to hurricanes and still recovering from the disastrous earthquake a decade ago and many in Haiti are already facing widespread hunger due to drought and economic instability.
Recognizing the suffering of the Haitian people and growing need for assistance, Cardinal Seán has asked that a special collection for Catholic Relief Services and the Church in Haiti be taken in all parishes in the Archdiocese of Boston. Donations may be placed in the second collection at all Masses during the weekend of August 28-29. (Checks should be made payable to your home parish with “Haiti Earthquake Relief” in the memo.)
Donations may also be made online at the following link: Haiti Earthquake Relief
When you give, you provide immediate assistance for our Haitian sisters and brothers desperate to survive this devastating situation. Your help will deliver immediate relief. Your prayers and support will make so much difference.
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