As you all know Saturday February 27Th there was an 8.8 earthquake in Chile. We are not exactly sure how close Anthony was to the epicenter. We know that he was too close for comfort. As a family we decided to have a special fast for Anthony and the people of Chile. We are grateful for all our friends and family that took part in the fast with us and for all the prayers and support.
We were told on Sunday that all the missionaries were told by church leaders to call home and let their families know that they are safe. Sunday passed no phone call, Monday came and gone no phone call. Tuesday things started getting harder not knowing how he was. We knew from his letters that he was in a little farm town and from the news that communications were down all over. Wednesday the entire family was having a hard time staying strong. We know that he is in the hands of our Heavenly Father and that he would be safe and protected.
This afternoon Anthony was able to call home. His call wasn't very long but he said that he was safe and everything was fine. He also sent an email letting us all know that he was safe. He said that they are staying Toma in a chapel with other Missionaries and they have been doing nothing but service to help the people of Chile. There is not a lot of damage in Coelemu they just didn't have power until yesterday but they have had food and water.
Anthony is where he needs to be right now. He has a lot of skills and knowledge to help the people of Chile rebuild after the earthquake. Thank you all for you support and prayers.
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