October, 2005 -- WHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOING ON?
The cataclysmic events of our planet reflected in tsunamis, hurricanes, floods, mudslides and earthquakes seem to be reaching an unprecedented fever pitch. According to the International Red Cross, the statistics related to the number of people affected by disasters have increased dramatically in the past 20 years. Some say the reason for this is simply explained:
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June 2006
Hope Force International (HFI) is busily preparing for the threat of future disasters. In recent months, we have been blessed to have several new and experienced staff join us in our endeavors to broaden the pathway to service. We are very grateful, and we believe that each individual represents God’s faithful provision in response to prayer.
As we enter into the official beginning of this year’s hurricane season, one can’t help but reflect upon the heartbreaking devastation of 2005 and 2006. According to the United Nations and Belgium's Louvain research center, there was almost a 20% increase in natural disasters worldwide in 2005. Damage reached $159 billion, up 71% from 2004 -- almost entirely because of destruction from Hurricane Katrina!
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