CHICAGO (ELCA) -- A severe drought in East Africa -- the worst in 60
years -- has reached crisis levels, putting 10 million people at risk.
Funds provided by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) late
last year are already at work in the region, but a larger global
commitment is needed to stave off a significant famine in the region.
More:
http://www.elca.org/News/Releases.asp?a=5137
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John Brooks, (773) 380-2958 or news@elca.org
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About the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America:
The ELCA is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, with 2.8 million members in more than 8,500 worshiping communities across the 50 states and in the Caribbean region. Known as the church of "God's work. Our hands.," the ELCA emphasizes the saving grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ, unity among Christians and service in the world. The ELCA's roots are in the writings of the German church reformer Martin Luther.
For information contact:
Candice Hill Buchbinder
Public Relations Manager
Candice.HillBuchbinder@ELCA.org
