Condolences on the Loss of Flight MH17 -- July 17, 2014

Dear Supporters and Friends of ERSU Seminary in Ukraine,

Today is a day of great loss for the World. A civil airliner was destroyed by as-yet-unknown parties, most likely by carelessness and mistaken identity in the midst of a needless and undeclared war in Ukraine.

Among the many nationalities aboard, there were Americans and Dutchmen, with the flight originating in Amsterdam. This is especially close to us, since ERSU Seminary has a close personal and working relationship with the Dutch and American churches. So we know that this is an especially great loss for many of our supporters, who are experiencing untold shock, anger, sadness, and grief.

We extend our condolences to them for their loss, and we pledge them our prayers in the coming days of mourning. We pray for justice, but we also pray that these lives may serve the cause of Peace and not the cause of War.

We know not what lies ahead for Ukraine and the world. But we rest in the assurance that Jesus Christ will make all things right in his own time and in his own way. May he receive the praise!

Please pray with us for those who suffered such loss today. May our hearts be stirred to action, but not to hatred. May the peace of Christ reign in us!

In Christ Jesus,

Dr. Clay Quarterman, PhD

President, ERSU Seminary