We offer our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to those who lost their lives and their bereaved families, as well as those who have been affected by the earthquake that occurred in the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.

Amidst the continued aftershocks of the earthquake, many people’s lives have been disrupted and uncertain- we are heartbroken to think of the difficult realities the community is facing. We lift up the incredible efforts of those responding swiftly and tirelessly to the emergency response and recovery in the region.

We are praying for the safety and recovery of the region and offer our solidarity to the authorities and volunteers dedicated to responding to the tragedy.