earthquake
Earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria still need our help
By David Curry — August 3, 2023
(Global Christian Relief) — The victims of this disaster in Turkey and Syria must not be forgotten.
Earthquake survivors face a ‘dark’ Ramadan in Turkey
By Kathryn Post — March 30, 2023
(RNS) — Relief workers are pivoting to meet the evolving needs of Muslims during the holy month of fasting.
Apt Bible passage at Catholic Mass coincides with earthquake
By Associated Press — August 11, 2020
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Scripture quite literally came to life for several Catholic churches in North Carolina as a rare earthquake rattled portions of the state over the weekend.
Miniature Washington Cathedral to be created with Lego bricks
By Adelle M. Banks — March 1, 2019
WASHINGTON (RNS) — The completed Lego cathedral will be 7 feet tall, 13 feet long and 8 feet wide — about the size of a minivan.
Muslims pray for strength in quake-hit Indonesian city
By The Associated Press — October 5, 2018
PALU, Indonesia (AP) — The national disaster agency said the confirmed death toll from last Friday's magnitude 7.5 earthquake increased slightly to 1,571.
How I caused an earthquake in Israel
By Jeffrey Salkin — July 9, 2018
JERUSALEM (RNS) — A funny thing happened on the way to Jerusalem this past Shabbat.
Vatican gallery reopens after seven-year restoration
By Josephine McKenna — December 20, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Using the latest technology, experts have restored the Braccio Nuovo Gallery, adding special measures designed to protect its precious treasures from earthquakes.
Italian quake destroys historic Catholic landmarks
By Josephine McKenna — October 31, 2016
ROME (RNS) The quake struck at the heart of the country’s vast religious heritage, destroying several beloved churches.
New earthquake rocks Italy, buildings collapse but no deaths reported
By RNS staff — October 30, 2016
NORCIA, Italy (Reuters) Panicked Norcia residents rushed into the streets and the town's ancient Basilica of St. Benedict collapsed, leaving just the facade standing.
Pope Francis makes surprise visit to quake zone
By Josephine McKenna — October 4, 2016
ROME (RNS) 'From the first moment, I felt that I needed to come to you! Simply to express my closeness to you, nothing more,' the pontiff told survivors in an emotional meeting in the devastated town of Amatrice.
Pope pledges to visit Italian quake victims
By Josephine McKenna — August 28, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Pope Francis led prayers for the victims of Italy’s earthquake and announced plans to visit survivors in the affected area soon.
Faith-based volunteers help search for quake victims in Italy
By Josephine McKenna — August 25, 2016
ROME (RNS) 'Everything is destroyed,' says a local bishop.
Pope expresses ‘heartfelt sorrow’ over earthquake
By Josephine McKenna — August 24, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Pope Francis, saddened by an earthquake that struck central Italy overnight, canceled a speech he was to have given at his general audience and instead prayed with the crowd for victims and survivors.
Faith-based groups help quake-stricken Ecuador
By Timothy C. Morgan — April 19, 2016
(RNS) Georgia-based MAP International has joined World Vision, Plan International, Save the Children, UNICEF, CARE and Samaritan's Purse to help with rescue and recovery.
Nude trekkers atop Mount Kinabalu deported for offending religious sensibilities
By Trevor Grundy — June 12, 2015
CANTERBURY, England (RNS) In court they admitted to urinating on the mountain and swearing at a guide who told them to respect the mountain because local people have strong religious beliefs that it is where their ancestors reside in the afterlife.
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