Hurricane Iota impacts Nicaragua  

NICARAGUA – I am pleased to inform you that the hand of God was protecting our beloved Nicaragua. The hurricane hit the Caribbean Coast fairly hard, and part of the regions of Jinotega, Matagalpa, and Rivas were impacted by minor flooding. Some hills collapsed and caused landslides, which caused the death of at least six people. In the region of León and Chinandega, it caused losses of crops. Somotillo and Villa Nueva were flooded and the road was completely covered with water. But after the storm comes the calm. Our pastors and deaconesses and mission workers are safe and sound, with God’s help. Since the rains throughout the country have decreased, the rivers are returning to their normal flow. We finally saw the beautiful sun warming us again, which we had not looked at for fifteen days. At last the calm arrived, but this season has not ended yet, and the weather forecast alerts us of another possible hurricane that will follow the same route as the previous one. Only God can help us.  

Heavenly Father, merciful and gracious God, continue to protect Your people in Nicaragua dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Iota. Be with all aid workers as they tend to the physical needs of all people. Guide and direct Your Church that she may bring comfort and aid to those in need. And strengthen the faith of Your people that they may be comforted with the peace that only You can bring at this time; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

Roberto Jose at the Mission Centre in Chinandega, translation and prayer by Rev. Mark Smith

Photo by Rev. Dr. Thomas Winger 

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