On August 26, catastrophic flooding swept through communities along Nepal’s Bhote Koshi River and
downstream through the Trishuli river system, causing widespread devastation. Authorities have reported
significant loss of life, with many people still missing as rescue efforts continue. Families are grieving loved ones and facing the destruction of homes, roads, bridges and livelihoods. Our prayers are with all those affected as Catholic Relief Services, Caritas Nepal and local partners work to understand urgent needs and help communities begin to recover.
CRS is working with Caritas Nepal and local partners to identify the support families need most, including shelter, food, clean water and hygiene supplies. Caritas Nepal’s local relationships help responders assess conditions in affected communities and reach families even when roads, bridges and communication infrastructure are damaged.
The reach of the local Church, strengthened by the solidarity of the global Church, is especially powerful
in moments like these. Your gift helps CRS and the local Church respond quickly and compassionately—
bringing emergency relief and urgent support to our sisters and brothers in Nepal.
Click here to donate.
In that same spirit of solidarity, we invite you to join us in prayer for our sisters and brothers in Nepal:
Loving God,
Draw near to the people of Nepal in this time of fear and loss.
Receive into your mercy all who have died,
and surround those still waiting for news about their
loved ones with your steady presence.
In the silence after the rushing water, be present to every family facing loss, every
community clearing a path forward and every person wondering what comes next.
May we respond with compassion, generosity and courage,
trusting that your love does not
abandon your people in their time of need.
Amen
