An article by Nancy Ellett Staal originally published in the March 16, 1998 issue of the Christian Science Sentinel.
Do you ever wonder if prayer can help others far away who are involved in a catastrophe?
I know that it can. Prayer uplifts thought to God, who is “a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46: 1). Prayer has an inspiring, healing effect on both rescue workers and individuals needing to be rescued or cared for. Helping the victims of a disaster through prayer is practicing the Golden Rule: “As ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise” (Luke 6: 31).
In this article Nancy describes her own experience of being caught in a devastating earthquake. Click here to continue reading.