Japan Earthquake and Pacific TsunamiDisaster Response
Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami   March 2011

On March 11, 2011, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Sendai caused a massive tsunami with 30-foot high waves.

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  • Prayers for Earthquakes and Tsunamis Going off sitePDF file format en espaƱol Going off sitePDF file format
  • A prayer for time of community mourning
    God our creator, through whose providing care we enjoy all goodness and life, turn our eyes to your mercy in this time of confusion and loss. Comfort those who mourn the loss of loved ones because of the earthquake; shine your light on those whose only companion is darkness; and teach us all so to number our days that we may apply our hearts to your wisdom; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. (Adapted from ELW, pew edition, page 77)

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  • Send checks to:
    ELCA Disaster Response
    39330 Treasury Center
    Chicago, IL 60694
    Memo: Pacific Earthquake and Tsunami

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