Christians remain as world forgets tsunami victims
March 14, 2006

Asia (MNN) -- Thousands remain homeless and millions are still feeling the affects of the tsunami that hit East Asia 15 months ago. However, that hopelessness is giving way to anticipation as the rebuilding is now in full-swing.

The Southern Baptist International Mission Board raised nearly $17-million dollars for tsunami relief. Of that, $6.7 million has been dispersed among Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar and Malaysia, while another $4.5 million has been spent on reconstruction in South Asia. The remaining $5.6 million will be available for use in 2006.

The drector of world hunger and relief ministries for the International Mission Board, estimates 125 relief projects are now underway throughout Southern Asia and the Pacific Rim. the rest