Myanmar Earthquake

April 3, 2025 Update

After hearing of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Southeast Asia last week, the people of Myanmar have been in our prayers. The Burmese people have suffered great upheaval over the last few years due to effect of a military coup and subsequent economic destruction. This earthquake only deepens their already significant struggles. Our partners have communicated with us that they have heard of some churches who are mostly safe, but they have been unable to get in touch with all the churches and families located in the epicenter of the earthquake. This weighs heavily on them as thousands of dead bodies have been found amidst the debris of collapsed buildings. At the time of writing this update, our partner is making their way to ground zero and will contact us with more information once they have it. In spite of many international rescue teams, there are still places that are in great need of help. Word & Deed looks forward to standing beside our partners as they assess the situation, determine what type of need is necessary and communicate information as it becomes available. Thank you for your continued prayers for our brothers and sisters in Myanmar.

March 28, 2025

Word & Deed’s partner in Myanmar is engaged in Christian Education for over 400 children in 6 remote locations of a country torn apart by civil war. Today we are very concerned as we hear of a 7.7 magnitude earthquake centered in Mandalay which is within a few hundred miles of the people and projects we support. As a result, hundreds of people have been reported as either dead or trapped in the rubble.

We expect reports of casualties to increase over the next few days. Both Myanmar and Thailand have declared a state of emergency and are seeking international aid. We are attempting to connect with our partners and will keep you updated as to how we plan to respond to the needs they share with us. Please join us in praying for God’s sparing mercies toward His people, but also that this situation would prove to be a new opportunity for the spread of the Gospel in this already impoverished land.