We pray for Japan, where a magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck on January 1st. The disaster has claimed the lives of around 78 people, and rescue teams are racing against time to find survivors. Over 33,000 people have been evacuated, and 100,000 houses are without water supply and electricity. Buildings have been destroyed, power outages are widespread, and the cold weather is adding to the challenges of the rescue services. Rescue teams are struggling to reach areas where people are feared to be trapped under rubble due to road destruction.