Prayer Request from Elson: Prayers for central Philippines (7.2 earthquake)

This is from our St Agatha's multi-talented musician, Elson. Please join us in praying for his family and all those affected by the earthquake that just hit the Philippines; for their survival and safety, and for the massive recovery to come. Thank you for your prayers and may God bless you abundantly, Teri & Michael (see below)

Asking for your prayers for the people in the central Philippines, a big 7.2   quake hit my mom's home province of Bohol just a couple hours ago (Mon evening   here/Tues morning over there). I have a lot of family there, so I'm very worried   about them. The power is knocked out, so there's no way of knowing how they are.   Bridges are reportedly knocked out and 400+ year old historic churches have been   destroyed or heavily damaged.  4 people died so far in a neighboring island, blessings to all those who   perished. Praying for healing, strength and recovery for the survivors.    Thanks  Elson    Elson Trinidad | Los Angeles, CA, USA  elson@elsongs.com  www.elsongs.com        
A Plea for Divine Help
  
Hear us, Lord, holy Father, almighty and eternal  God, and graciously send Your holy angel from heaven to watch over, to cherish,  to protect, to abide with, and to defend all who dwell in the Philippines, Through  Christ our Lord. Amen.