Traumatized Children

Additional Note

(See pictures of "Little Cebu" Traumatized Children)

This last week on Basilan Island what I am terming, "The Children of Terrorism". In a Christian community called "Little Cebu" the Abu Sayyaf (ASG connected with A.K.) terrorized the homes/people on their way up the mountain after bombing a local college in a town of Basilan.
For a time period of more than thirty minutes these Islamic Terrorists (after setting off the bomb) strafed the homes and small church of "Little Cebu". The families laid on the floor crying and praying as machine gun fire and grenades were lobbied at these innocent men, women and children. Houses were damaged but no people were killed (only animals). One woman, on the floor terrified, phoned the Mayor on her cell phone. The Mayor verified this story. He could hear machine gun fire blazing as the mother asked for help. The Philippine Military came later after the Abu Sayyaf had left. The issue is that there were a large number of well armed terrorists at the time and a battle with them would have easily caused the death of many civilians. Better to go after them in the mountains away from the civilians. This was explained to me.

The Healing House handed out toys, juice and cookies to over a hundred children. We gave soft drinks to the adults. I discussed their feelings with them and my Philippine Marine Body Guard gave them suggestions about how to keep safe if and when another attack occurs. About 200 traumatized folks attended the meeting.

Next week the Healing House will hand out toys, juice and cookies to a Muslim community with about 50 children. Again we will discuss how they are feeling. About six Philippine Marines and one body guard will go with me on these outings and we hope to visit one Muslim or Christian Village each week. These outings are expensive and we would love to assist as many people as possible. If you can financially afford it please mail a check to the Dallas, Texas address:

The International Healing House, Inc.
A Non-Profit U.S. Corporation
6333 E. Mockingbird Lane
Suite 147 Box 651
Dallas, Texas 75214-2692

Thank you for your help, support and prayers.

"Dr. Lisa"

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