Dominica: a nation in ruins

Written by David Fletcher 06 Oct 2017
Dominica: a nation in ruins

Despite being susceptible to devastating weather, the island of Dominica has a thriving banana industry that drives much of the economy, but not one tree, village, street, or person was spared the terrifying effects of Hurricane Maria. One of several devastating hurricanes in the Caribbean in September, Maria blasted the tiny island as a Category 5 storm. Communications are down. Drinking water is scarce. Over fifteen were killed and many more injured. Many say the devastation on this island is worse than a war zone. Dominica does not possess the means or infrastructure to rebuild after such a catastrophe. Though the majority claim Christianity (primarily Catholicism), nominalism is rampant, yet we praise God that evangelicals have experienced great growth, from 2% of the population in 1970 to 17% in 2010!

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  • Pray: for this tragedy to awaken the Church. May Dominicans turn to Jesus in their moment of need. Hope and restoration lies in Him alone; He can bring beauty from ashes and life from death. (Isaiah 61:3)