Wildfires

We have felt a bit detached from the world beyond these hospital walls the past few days. However, there is one catastrophe that is hitting very close to home (quite literally). The wildfires that have hit Montecito (Santa Barbara), Sylmar and beyond need your prayers as well. The homes lost and displacement of so many is a tragedy and the end and control over the fires is not yet in sight. All of Noella's family is safe and clear from the heart of the fires.

We ask you to pray for our friends/neighbors that moved from Leini' (Italy) to Sylmar just two weeks ago. Raffaele, Manuela and their little children, Naomi & Simeone have been evacuated from their home. So far their home is safe and their needs are being met. Not speaking the language, no doubt they are having quite the culture shock on top of this disaster. We plan to see them on our CA visit. Please keep them along with so many others who have lost their homes in your thoughts and prayers. Pray that the churches and believers will rise to the occasion to demonstrate the love of Jesus in practical and meaningful ways that will bring honor to Him.