Pray for Refugees in Danger

At least 63 migrants seeking to reach Europe from Afghanistan, Iran and other countries in distress died in a shipwreck near the coast of southern Italy Sunday. About 81 survived, 20 of whom are hospitalized, but dozens may still be missing. Accidents like this have become all too common as those fleeing war, violence, humanContinue reading “Pray for Refugees in Danger”

Ukraine, Russia Still in Our Prayers

One year has passed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Let’s lift up those who are still suffering in so many ways and pray for the lost to be saved. See our Pray for Ukraine and Russia page: Pray for Ukraine and Russia Lord, we ask You, please, for mercy. Open up the way for this warContinue reading “Ukraine, Russia Still in Our Prayers”

Antioch Aftershock

Just two weeks after Turkey’s devastating earthquake that killed more than 48,000, another 6.3 magnitude quake, followed by 90 aftershocks, hit Antakya (the ancient biblical city of Antioch) on Monday. At least six people died, with nearly 300 injured, and 130 injured in northwest Syria. Let’s continue to pray for these and all those sufferingContinue reading “Antioch Aftershock”

Thousands Still Missing in New Zealand

The death toll is now up to eight after Cyclone Gabrielle hit New Zealand’s North Island this week, and is expected to rise, as about 4,500 people have yet to be located. As of yesterday, some 62,000 homes were still without power, and many also have no drinking water. Keep praying here: More Devastation forContinue reading “Thousands Still Missing in New Zealand”

Deadly Fires in Chile

At least 26 have died and more than 2,000 have been injured in fires raging across south-central Chile for more than a week now. Over 1,500 homes and nearly 900,000 acres of forests have been destroyed. Thousands of people have been displaced, while summer temperatures soar above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Volunteers have joined with thousandsContinue reading “Deadly Fires in Chile”

Earthquake in Papua, Indonesia

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake hit Papua, Indonesia, killing 4 yesterday, the latest in a string of hundreds of strong quakes recorded in that province since the beginning of January. This comes after November’s 5.6 quake in Java Province that killed more than 331. Meanwhile, Turkey and Syria continue to reel with hundreds of aftershocks, someContinue reading “Earthquake in Papua, Indonesia”

Christians Trapped Under Rubble

The death toll from the devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria Monday has risen to nearly 8,000 now. In Turkey, about 6,000 deaths have been reported and around 35,000 injured. In Syria, close to 2,000 have been reported dead and nearly 4,000 injured. Over 16,000 search and rescue teams and additional international teams haveContinue reading “Christians Trapped Under Rubble”

Floods in New Zealand

At least four people are dead and hundreds displaced after heavy rains and flooding in Auckland and other areas of New Zealand over the past few days. Let’s pray. Lord, please have mercy on those who have lost much. Speak tenderly to them and comfort them. Remind them of Your saving power, and urge themContinue reading “Floods in New Zealand”

Haiti: Violence at Highest Levels

Gang violence in Haiti has increased all the more these last three months, placing it at the highest levels in several decades. Abductions have also increased, children cannot attend school, government has been impeded and residents are afraid to leave their homes. Thousands of Haitians are fleeing the island, including nearly 400 migrants recently interceptedContinue reading “Haiti: Violence at Highest Levels”

Nepal: Pray for Those Who Mourn

Let’s pray for those mourning the deaths of loved ones after a tragic plane crash this weekend near Pokhara, Nepal. At least 68 died, and four are still missing. Lord, please comfort those who mourn. Bring Christians to them to show them Your love. Give them a hunger for You, for only You can bringContinue reading “Nepal: Pray for Those Who Mourn”