The Sacred Heart Cathedral in the northern Taungngu region of Myanmar has become a refuge for families and individuals of all faiths, offering sanctuary to those affected by Typhoon Yagi, which triggered widespread flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia.
The military junta has reported over 400 deaths, while the UN estimates that approximately 887,000 people in Myanmar have been impacted by the disaster. The situation remains dire, compounded by the ongoing civil war.
Read more about the situation in Myanmar and the ongoing relief efforts here.
For those who wish to contribute to the relief efforts in Myanmar, donations can be made to
(AUD) Jesuit Mission Australia
(USD) Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific (Manila)
(Euro) Jesuit Mission Germany (quote reference X66520 Myanmar)