"BALTIMORE (IOCC) - International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) working in cooperation with its network of volunteers in New York, local Orthodox parishes and the Hierarchs of the Standing Conference of Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas (SCOBA) is assessing the need for emergency aid to victims of the terrorist attacks in the United States.

"All of us are deeply troubled by these unconscionable acts," said IOCC Chairman of the Board Charles Ajalat. "In this time of uncertainty our prayers are with the families of those innocent people whose lives were taken and who were injured in these tragedies."

"We are assessing the current emergency needs in cooperation with local partners," said Ajalat. "The situation is still unfolding, but it is clear that the needs will be tremendous."

IOCC will be supporting efforts to assist local organizations that are providing emergency supplies, assistance to the injured and support for local parishes and community organizations that are responding to the emergencies.

Further information at the IOCC website at www.iocc.org"

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