Evelyn Gamoh, a single sister and mother of two children ages 12 and 13, attended church on September 13, 2014, just like every other Sunday. Recently, she had learned that her relatives were struggling to make ends meet and needed food and supplies. On September 17, she left Monrovia to deliver the supplies she had collected for them. A few days later she returned home not feeling well. She decided to stay at home that Sunday. Her health quickly deteriorated. It was then she went to the hospital where she was diagnosed with Ebola. By Saturday, September 27, her condition had turned critical and sadly, she passed away. Evelyn’s death has had a profound impacted the Monrovia church family as they grieve their loss.
Since Evelyn’s diagnosis, her blind sister, who was staying with her, and her two children have been quarantined. For the next 21 days, they cannot leave their house. Feeling trapped and scared they are waiting to see if they come down with the same symptoms. Thankfully, the church has been able to encourage them and provide them food and some money.
Edmond Goly, the leader of the Monrovia church, added that more and more disciples are asking for help during these tough times, particularly those who don’t have regular employment or income. Fearful of contracting the Ebola virus, citizens are avoiding hospitals. In addition, some clinics are not admitting patients afraid that they may have the deadly virus. This means that even treatable conditions are leading to unnecessary deaths.
“We are very grateful for the support received. The help has come at the right time,” said Edmond. The primary needs remain food and medication and, of course, our prayers.
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