<div>Dear Friends, Family, and Kindhearted Strangers,

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<div>With heavy hearts, we share the devastating news that on February 19th, 2025, Iglesia Pentecostal Arca Cristiana in Brooklyn, NY, a place of worship, love, and community, was tragically lost in a fire. For decades, our church has been more than just a building—it has been a home for those seeking faith, a shelter for those in need, and a beacon of hope for our community.

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<div>From Sunday services to weddings, food drives to youth programs, Arca Cristiana has been at the heart of our Halsey St, touching countless lives. It was where we prayed, celebrated, and supported one another through life’s joys and struggles. Now, we stand in the ashes, heartbroken yet filled with faith that together, we can rebuild.

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<div>The fire took everything—our sanctuary, our instruments, our community space—but it did not take our faith. We are determined to rebuild, but we cannot do it alone. We are currently unaware of any support we will receive from our insurance, leaving us in need of urgent support.  Your donation, no matter how big or small, will help us:

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<div> Rebuild our place of worship so we can gather in faith again

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<div> Provide relief to those directly impacted by the fire

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<div>We believe in the power of community, and you are part of that community. Whether you are a longtime member of our congregation or simply someone moved by our story, your generosity will make a world of difference.

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<div>If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this fundraiser with friends and family. 

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<div><strong>Most importantly</strong>, we ask for your prayers as we embark on this journey to rebuild not just our church but our faith in what’s possible when people come together. We invite you to be a part of the victory we are promised through God's grace, and we are certain that even in this tragedy, God has a purpose. 

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<div>"The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘And in this place I will grant peace,’ declares the Lord Almighty.”

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<div>Haggai 2:9 

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<div>With gratitude and faith,

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<div>Iglesia Pentecostal Arca Cristiana Family 

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<div> Watch our<a href="https://youtube.com/@iglesiapentecostalarcacris4694?si=c-IY_mZyB3HmtUn9" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Sunday Service Live Streams</a> here

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<div> Watch Our Service on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1Pr2opXXyA/?mibextid=wwXIfr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook Page</a>

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<div>Queridos amigos, familiares y desconocidos de buen corazón:

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<div>Con gran pesar, compartimos la devastadora noticia de que el 19 de febrero de 2025, la Iglesia Pentecostal Arca Cristiana en Brooklyn, Nueva York, un lugar de adoración, amor y comunidad, se perdió trágicamente en un incendio. Durante décadas, nuestra iglesia ha sido más que un simple edificio: ha sido un hogar para quienes buscan fe, un refugio para los necesitados y un faro de esperanza para nuestra comunidad.

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<div>Desde servicios dominicales hasta bodas, colectas de alimentos y programas para jóvenes, Arca Cristiana ha estado en el corazón de Halsey St, tocando innumerables vidas. Fue donde oramos, celebramos y nos apoyamos unos a otros a través de las alegrías y las luchas de la vida. Ahora, estamos sobre las cenizas, con el corazón roto pero llenos de fe en que juntos podemos reconstruir.

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<div>El fuego se lo llevó todo: nuestro santuario, nuestros instrumentos, nuestro espacio comunitario, pero no nuestra fe. Estamos decididos a reconstruir, pero no podemos hacerlo solos. Actualmente no tenemos conocimiento de ningún apoyo que recibiremos de nuestro seguro, lo que nos deja en la necesidad de apoyo urgente.  Tu donación, no importa cuán grande o pequeña sea, nos ayudará a:

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<div> Reconstruir nuestro lugar de culto para que podamos reunirnos en la fe nuevamente

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<div> Brindar alivio a los afectados directamente por el incendio.

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<div>Creemos en el poder de la comunidad y usted es parte de esa comunidad. Ya sea que sea miembro de nuestra congregación desde hace mucho tiempo o simplemente alguien conmovido por nuestra historia, su generosidad marcará una gran diferencia.

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<div>Si no puede donar, considere compartir esta recaudación de fondos con amigos y familiares. 

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<div>Lo más importante es que pedimos sus oraciones mientras nos embarcamos en este viaje para reconstruir no solo nuestra iglesia sino también nuestra fe en lo que es posible cuando las personas se unen. Te invitamos a ser parte de la victoria que se nos promete a través de la gracia de Dios, y estamos seguros de que incluso en esta tragedia, Dios tiene un propósito. 

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<div>"La gloria de esta casa actual será mayor que la gloria de la casa anterior", dice el Señor Todopoderoso. "Y en este lugar daré paz", declara el Señor Todopoderoso".

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<div>Hageo 2:9 

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<div>Con gratitud y fe,

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<div>Iglesia Pentecostal Familia Arca Cristiana

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