Responding to the Urgent Crisis in Venezuela

People attend a vigil outside Santuario Nuestra Senora de los Dolores Church in Valencia, Venezuela, June 28, 2026, during a national day of prayer for victims of the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes that rocked the country June 24. The death toll stood at nearly 2,000 people, with thousands more left homeless, according to the government. (OSV News /Carlos Hernandez, Reuters)

Jacksonville, Fla. (June 30, 2026) – In times of tragedy, the Church responds with prayer, compassion and concrete acts of charity. Catholics throughout the Diocese of St. Augustine are invited to pray for those affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela and support the Church’s emergency relief efforts through Catholic Relief Services.

“The people of Venezuela are our brothers and sisters in Christ. Many Venezuelan families are part of the Diocese of St. Augustine, and this tragedy touches members of our own faith community. I invite all of the faithful to pray for those who have lost loved ones, homes and livelihoods and, if you are able, to support the relief efforts of Catholic Relief Services. Together, through prayer and generosity, we can bring hope to those who need it most.” — Bishop Erik Pohlmeier

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How You Can Help

The Diocese of St. Augustine calls on Catholics everywhere to join in solidarity with the people of Venezuela. Supporting the Catholic Relief Services Venezuela Earthquake Relief Fund is a powerful way to make a difference. Your generosity will help provide ongoing aid, rebuild homes, and restore essential services.

Here's how to help Venezuelans in this time of great need:

• Donate to the CRS Venezuela Earthquake Relief Fund

• Pray for the people of Venezuela, rescue workers, those who mourn the loss of loved ones, and the souls of the faithfully departed.

  
  

Every gift, no matter the size, brings hope and healing to families devastated by the earthquakes.

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