Sagaing Region, Myanmar, 10 June 2025 -- In a powerful demonstration of solidarity and compassion, a delegation of Catholic clergy and religious from across Myanmar journeyed to Min Kun, a village nestled in the Moemeik Hill area of Sagaing Region, to bring vital aid to those affected by a recent earthquake.
The outreach effort was spearheaded by members of the Mandalay Catholic Mission and the Salesian congregation, accompanied by religious sisters and lay volunteers from various communities. United in their mission, the team sought not only to provide material support, but also to extend fraternal care and emotional comfort to families devastated by the natural disaster.
The humanitarian visit, which took place on June 10, 2025, saw aid delivered to an estimated 4,000 individuals, representing around 1,200 families displaced or otherwise severely impacted by the earthquake.
Essential food items and household necessities were distributed to help alleviate the immediate struggles faced by the local population. The Salesian congregation contributed significantly with the donation of 600 sacks of rice, 600 viss (approximately 980 kilograms) of cooking oil, and 600 viss of dried fish—staples crucial to daily sustenance in the region.
Other religious groups supported the effort with generous contributions, including 1,200 bottles of soap, 1,200 viss of yellow peas, as well as onions, chicken seasoning powder, and mosquito repellent—items vital for hygiene and daily cooking needs, especially in temporary shelters and crisis conditions.
Beyond the material aid, the day was marked by a deep human connection. Members of the mission spent meaningful time with the local residents, offering words of encouragement, listening to their stories, and simply being present to share in their pain and hope. This pastoral presence was an equally important part of the mission, underscoring the Church’s commitment to walk with those who suffer.
“We came not just to give, but to be with the people—to listen, to comfort, and to assure them they are not forgotten,” Fr. Bosco Zeya Aung shared. “Our presence, united in faith and fraternity, is a small but heartfelt gesture of the universal Church’s love.”
The outreach initiative reflects the continuing commitment of the Catholic Church in Myanmar to serve the most vulnerable, particularly in times of crisis. In the spirit of charity and communion, the collaborative effort reminded all involved of the Gospel call to be a neighbor to those in need.
As the earthquake-affected families of Min Kun begin the slow process of rebuilding their lives, the Church’s presence has brought more than just physical aid—it has renewed hope.
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