MYANMAR: “WE SEE THE HANDS OF GOD THROUGH OPEN DOORS PARTNERS.”

“We see the hands of God in the midst of natural disaster through Open Doors partners,” says Daw Sun*, a widow with two children whose house was severely damaged by the earthquake in Myanmar earlier this year.

“May God bless the givers and the distributors more and more abundantly.” Daw Sun pastors a local house church, and her congregation join together in gratitude.

Image: These solar powered lamps will help people still have light during frequent power blackouts

More than 800 families have been helped

Your gifts and prayers are continuing to support believers like Daw Sun. Thanks to you, Open Doors partners could repair her house. It’s just the tip of the ice berg of the help you’re ensuring: more than 800 families in Myanmar have already received urgent relief (such as groceries, medicine and shelter), and Open Doors local partners are providing long-term support as people rebuild and heal from their experiences.

“Halleluiah, Praise the Lord!” says Hla Shwe*, a widow who received support, including a solar lamp – crucial during the post-earthquake power cuts. “We thank God because of you who are helping us in our time of need. May God bless you all!”

Image: Families receive vital food and aid

“God has not abandoned us”

Your prayers and gifts aren’t just making sure that communities in Myanmar get physical aid – you are demonstrating your love. “We are thankful that God provided for our needs,” shares another believer. “God has not abandoned us in our difficult times.”

When Mimi’s* damaged house was repaired by Open Doors partners, it was a witness to her non-believing husband. He could see the love of God in the actions of people who don’t know his family but still care for them. “Thank you very much for the help,” says Mimi with gratitude.

“Because of your donations, help and prayers, we are also able to reach out to an orphanage, where children affected by the civil war are taking shelter,” shares Pastor Chan*, a local church leader. “There are many kids who do not have parents. But we are trying to support them with some rice bags, snacks and toys.”

Thank you so much for your prayers and care for your family in Myanmar. You have changed lives and helped believers who lost everything – because of your support, they know they aren’t alone. Thank you, and please keep praying for all those who are recovering from their experiences, mourning loved ones and starting to rebuild their lives.

*Names changed for security reasons