Leaders in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
in Vanuatu are continuing to reach out to Mormon congregational ministers
across the nation. There have been no reports of fatalities among the
membership of the Church. Needs are being assessed in communities — and food,
water and other supplies are being distributed where possible.
Earlier today Pacific Area President of the Church, Elder
Kevin W. Pearson, said, “We are doing all we can to talk with our local leaders
in our congregations across Vanuatu. We are extremely grateful that reports to
this point indicate that none of our Church members have lost their lives.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with any in Vanuatu who have
lost loved ones, sustained injuries, lost their home, crops or livelihood, or
who are suffering in any other way. We will continue to reach out in love and
support, as best we can, to our Church members and others in the coming weeks
and months.”
“It is deeply reassuring to hear reports that people are
calm, working to recover and rebuild, and are helping their neighbours. As
followers of Jesus Christ, we are absolutely committed to walk alongside our
brothers and sisters in Vanuatu as they grieve, recover and rebuild. We are
here for the long haul.”
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