“Pillay also extended prayers to families and communities affected and for all those working tirelessly in emergency response, relief, and accompaniment.
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“Pillay gave thanks for the courage and commitment of the emergency responders, rescue teams, medical workers, volunteers, and all those who are serving affected communities.
“The Christian Conference of Asia also called for prayers and solidarity.
“We are grateful for your commitment to journey with these communities and the coordinated response of your presbyteries. Your witness reminds us that, in moments of crisis, the church is called to be present – not only through words, but through prayer, compassion, service, and solidarity.
“We are particularly mindful of those who continue to search among collapsed structures and affected areas for those who may still be missing. We also hold before God those communities where access to food, safe drinking water, and medical care remains difficult.
“He prayed that the churches may be places of refuge, consolation, and practical support for all those affected.
“Pillay assured the churches of Indonesia that they are not alone.
“Behind these numbers, Pillay noted, are mothers and fathers, children and young people, relatives, friends, neighbours and members of communities whose lives have been changed forever.
“The Patriarch expressed his sympathy to all those who lost relatives, loved ones and friends in the disaster, asking the Colombian President to convey to them his words of comfort and support.
