SGI-USA Statement on the earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia
We offer our sincerest condolences to all who were impacted by the recent devastating earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia and are offering prayers for their safety, well-being, and earliest possible recovery.
Ikeda Sensei encouraged victims of the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Northeastern Japan, saying, “I can only imagine your exhaustion.” He continued:
Nothing can destroy the treasures of the heart … Our practice of Nichiren Buddhism, our faith in the Mystic Law, enables us to change all poison into medicine without fail.”
On behalf of our entire membership, SGI-USA will be making a contribution of ten thousand dollars towards ongoing relief efforts in those countries.
Please take the best care as you care for others in your community.
Sincerely,
The SGI-USA National Team