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  • rachel in Japan 2011
    Opinion

    After Japan’s latest earthquake, where is God? Finding hope in the midst of disaster

    2026-08-03T06:07:00Z

    As communities across Japan begin the long road to recovery following this week’s devastating earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, many are asking where God can be found in the midst of such tragedy. Drawing on her experience serving in Japan after previous earthquakes, Rachel Mataraki reflects on how the Church can become a powerful sign of God’s presence long after the news cameras have gone.