01/10/2025
Kagabii was a night we will surely remember.
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake shook us with a force nga makapakulba ug makapahinumdom nga how fragile life really is. The strong aftershocks that followed only deepened the fear. Murag dili pa gani nato ma-dawat ang nahitabo, a volcano erupted. And just as people tried to breathe from the panic, kusog nga uwan ang misunod, causing floods in several areas. In the span of a few hours, nature tested us with almost everything it had. Pasalamat ta almost lang.
Lisod isulti unsa ka daghan ang emotions kagabii - panic, fear, ug ang grabeng kabalaka. Families rushed out of their homes, holding children close while others stayed awake, alert to every sound and movement. For some, it was sleepless hours of praying, waiting, and hoping the night would pass without more harm.
But in the middle of this chaos, we also saw the heart of the Cebuano spirit. Resilience was not just a word - it became action. Parents comforting their kids. Neighbors checking on each other. Strangers online sharing updates, advice, and words of encouragement. In moments of uncertainty, we found strength in community.
Kagabii reminded us: deadlines, routines, and daily concerns can wait. But life, family, and faith - mao gyud ang pinaka-importante.
Bisan lain-lain ta’g religion ug tinuohan, now is the time to come together in prayer. In solidarity, let us lift up our hopes for safety, healing, and recovery for all affected. 🙏
Mga kaigsoonan, kumusta man mo karon? Safe ra mo ug inyong pamilya?
