Rebuilding in Durazno

OM International

Earlier this year, the city of Durazno in Uruguay was hit by the worst flooding in its history.  More than one quarter of the population had to be evacuated (11,000 out of 40,000) and hundreds of homes were badly damaged.  From 20 - 25 September, OM Uruguay recruited 550 peole from over 10 different nations to demonstrate God's love to this city by renovating 50 homes in Durazno.

The teams also provided medical aid, clothing, literature and other supplies to help families get back on their feed.  Eighty-five families received basic food items.

"I was moved to tears to see and experience the poverty and to hear the results of people accepting the Lord and others opening their homes for Bible studies, " shared OM Uruguay leader, Siegfried Klassen.  "We will continue to visit the city to help some families finish the work and see that these families are integrated into local churches."

Credit: OM International
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