David V. - Car Accident

Please pray for David (Salem Corps member) who is hospitalized after a vehicle accident. Please pray for healing and God’s peace to be upon him. May God’s presence comfort him. Pray for his family and comfort to all. 

Cy G. - Health

Please continue to pray for Cy (Corps drummer).  He was at the hospital for a couple of days receiving treatment.  He is now home and is doing well.  Please pray for him and his health.  Also pray for Karen - his wife and their daughter who is visiting.  May God be with him and his family.  

Marcos M. - Auntie PTM

Please pray for Marcos and his family during this time of loss of his Auntie. Pray for his cousin (Auntie’s daughter) during this difficult time. The following is Marcos’ reflection: 

“My sweet Aunt Susan rests in the arms of Jesus tonight. I am so glad and grateful that we got to see her and visit with her just two weeks ago!

When we first moved to the United States and things were uncertain for our family’s immediate future, when times were a bit difficult for us, it was my Grandma and Aunt Susie who so selflessly would care for us in many, many ways. Aunt Susie would buy us clothes through her employment and employee discount at JC Penny’s. If we looked good and ready for school on day one with brand new clothing, resulting in slightly more boosted self esteem, we could guarantee it was my Aunt Susie who had lovingly clothed us. I remember many Christmases when we would get brand new clothes from Aunt Susie. She was definitely the “Clothing” Aunt

Above this, she was a woman who always had a smile on her face and always exuded joy and happiness. As kids, anytime we went to visit Grandma, Aunt Susie, and Crystal, it was Aunt Susie who would suggest and plan fun outings and day trips. She was always about making fun and unforgettable family memories. Up until the very end of her battle with Pancreatic Cancer, she lived life as full as she possible could, making the most of every opportunity and days she was given, even going to her church camp just weeks before. She loved Jesus! This last year and a half have shown our family what an amazingly strong woman she was!

The last two weeks have been exceptionally hard for her and family, especially her daughter, my cousin Crystal. Please pray for her!!!!! 

Tonight, Aunt Susie is free of her suffering and affliction and resting in God’s presence. Though we are certain of this, we grieve her absence as it leaves a gaping hole in the fabric and tapestry of our family. It’s such a hard night for us!

I love this last picture I have with her just two weeks ago to the day!

Thank you to those who have prayed over the last year and a half, and especially in these last two weeks!”

Richard S.- daughter health

Please pray Richard’s daughter. She will be undergoing surgery. Pray for healing and quick recovery.

Pray for Redding California

The Salvation Army will start a meal service later today at an emergency evacuation center for residents who have been affected by the recent Carr Fire in Shasta County.  Teams from The Salvation Army Oroville Corps and Redding Corps have been sent to Shasta High School (2500 Eureka Way, Redding, CA) to provide assistance at the site. 

Starting tomorrow, a group from the Roseville Corps will be deployed to Weaverville Elementary School (31020 Hwy 3, Weaverville) to provide meals at that evacuation center.  

The Carr Fire started on Monday in Whiskeytown in Shasta County, and since that time, it has already destroyed 20,000 acres.

Taken from: http://disaster.salvationarmyusa.org/news/2018/07/26/salvation-army-serving-meals-at-evacuation-centers-in-redding-and-weaverille

Tim C. - Kona move

Please pray for brother Tim. He is working on moving out on his own. May our God guide him through the process and make his path (this new chapter) finalized. May God bless him all the way! 

Elizabeth G. - Family Protection

“Prayers for my sister and Shasta County (Redding, CA) for the Carr Fire. Some blackouts and evacuations taking place. Many people heading south right now, including my sister 🙏🏼”

Alan M. - Family Protection

“On the way to Redding to help family. The Carr fire is very close to their house. Please pray for our journey and those in Redding and surrounding communities. Very scary time.”

Lila P. - Friend and people

“Prayers are constant to my friends who lost love ones and for the island victims to be restored! Lord be mighty indeed for them comfort and peace. AMEN.”

Pray for Greece

A firestorm that swept through a seaside resort town near the Greek capital killed at least 70 people, including families with children found clasped in a last embrace near a beach as they tried to flee the flames, officials said. 

The two largest wildfires — one 20 miles northeast of Athens near Rafina, the other 30 miles west of the capital in Kineta — broke out Monday during hot, dry summer conditions.

Fanned by gale-force winds that frequently changed direction, the flames spread rapidly into populated seaside towns — too fast for many who were in their cars or homes to flee, fire department spokeswoman Stavroula Malliri said. The Greek fire brigade said the death toll has risen to 74 as of Tuesday.

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras declared a three-day national mourning period for those killed in the wildfires, Sky News reported.

"The country is going through an unspeakable tragedy," he said. "Today, Greece is mourning and we are declaring three days of national mourning in the memory of those who perished."

In the seaside town of Mati, rescue workers found the bodies of 26 people huddled together near a beach, Reuters reported.

“They had tried to find an escape route but unfortunately these people and their kids didn’t make it in time. Instinctively, seeing the end nearing, they embraced,” Nikos Economopoulos, the head of Greece’s Red Cross, told Skai TV. The group was found near several burned out cars close to a walled compound, also gutted by the fire.

Authorities evacuated more than 700 people by sea overnight as tourists and residents headed to coastal areas for help, said Merchant Marine deputy minister Nektarios Santorinios, whose ministry is in charge of the coast guard. 

More on:http://www.foxnews.com/world/2018/07/24/greece-wildfires-kill-at-least-60-including-26-huddled-near-athens-beach.html

Pray for Laos

Hundreds of people are missing and several are presumed dead after a hydropower dam collapsed in southeast Laos, state media reported.

 

The 410 MW project, which is under construction, collapsed around 8 p.m. local time on Monday, releasing 5 billion cubic meters of waters, according to the Lao News Agency.

Several houses were reportedly swept away in the deluge, which prompted flash floods in several villages across Attapeu Province.

The News Agency said the incident has claimed “several human lives” while “several hundreds of people” remain missing. An estimated 6,660 people were left homeless by the floods.

Local authorities have called for urgent aid supplies, including clothing, medicine, cash and drinking water.

The $1.02 billion hydropower dam is being built by the Xe Pian-Xe Namnoy Power Company (PNPC), a joint venture between South Korean, Thai and Lao firms.

The project began construction in 2013, and was expected to come online in 2018, exporting 90% of the electricity generated to Thailand, according to PNPC.

Environmental groups have long cautioned Laos over dozens of hydropower projects slated along the Mekong River, which could sever a major artery for the region.

Aiming to become the battery of Southeast Asia, Laos has laid out a hydropower development plan that includes 72 large projects, many of which target electricity exports rather than production for domestic usage.

Taken from: http://time.com/5346856/laos-dam-collapse-attapeu/

Lila P. - Kalena

“From Hilo Temple Corps to the outer islands- The Salvation Army- ALERT Oahu- my nephew went missing since Saturday- he's an adult but in need of medical attention. He's on Oahu this is his picture with his grammah. Please call the Salvation Army ARC if you see him.”

Jay C. - mom PTG

“Hey please pray for our family my mom just went to be with Jesus.”

Kenneth K. - Mom’s health

“Last night was one of the hardest conversations our family had to listen through as the surgeon gave limited options about my mothers cancer. I was FaceTimed in and felt helpless not being physically there with her through this. But am grateful that my youngest sister and father are with her...especially through that conversation...

A family decision was made this morning and this evening, my mother had another operation - this time on her spine. We are praying for strength through this and know that her life is in His hands. Love you mom ❤️ #cancersucks #breastcancer #stage4 #metastaticbreastcancer #keepthefight”

Queue B. - Family member PTG

“No sooner than I posted the previous message did I find out another member of my family has been taken. I have no words.” 

Major Bob - health

Please continue to pray for Major Bob’s health. He came to church yesterday and shared his testimony, and the importance of the Great Commission. May God continue to be with him and heal him completely. We lift him up and commit his life in God’s healing hands! 

Andy K. - Wife’s health

“Hey guys would you be praying for Lauren today? She is going to have surgery today because of an infection. It should be minor but she has been hurting quite a bit. We’re at the hospital waiting for a room to open up. We’d appreciate it! We’re moving next weekend and then school starts for everyone. Kind of a nutty time:) Thank you!”

Big Island Missing Boy

Police need help finding missing 12-year-old Big Island boy

Updated: Jul 12, 2018 04:17 PM HST

HONOLULU (KHON2) - Hawaii Island police are looking for a missing 12-year-old boy who was last seen near Church of the Nazarene on Kupulau Road in Hilo.

Niau Paulos is 5-feet-six-inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. He has brown hair and eyes. He was wearing a grey Nike T-shirt, salmon-colored shorts, a black hat and brown shoes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Police Department’s non-

Jeremy B. - Family

“Please pray for us! We are pained by harsh and exaggerated words of some who are supposed to be fellow ministers of the gospel. Brittany and I are hurt right now.”

Chris G. - health

“Today I cry 😢 from this stupid chair! It will get better but I want this to be over. #true #trusting”

Meaghan P. - friend PTG

“In a flash your life can be changed forever.. This morning at 3:30am I got the most heartbreaking phone call. I found out that my really good friend and her son died in a car accident.. They were hit head on by a semi and well you can imagine how that went.. I was just talking to her yesterday.. It really doesn't seem real.. You both will missed and heaven got two beautiful angels. Rest in Paradise 🖤🖤”

Japan - Flood

OSAKA

At least 50 people are dead and about 50 missing due to torrential rains which continued to fall Saturday across a wide area of western Japan, causing landslides and flooding that destroyed homes and swept away cars.

Taken from: http://ukdaynews.biz/world/2018/07/07/328515-at-least-35-dead-50-missing-as-heavy-rains-continue-to-lash-western-japan.html

Liane N. - cousin

“Please keep my cousin, Odi T., and her family in prayer during this difficult time.”

Donnelle M. - dad’s health

“Please continue to keep my dad in your prayers.  We are having a meeting with the palliative team on Monday to discuss continued care.”

Stacey R. - husband’s health / upcoming surgery

“So George Rio surgery has been scheduled for July 12. Please keep him in prayer. As we get ready for that. Thanks”

Nick B.- Moms health

“My mom has been emitted to the hospital. She has a blood and foot infection. I will update when I get more information.”

Andy K. - Daughters health

“We have a sick kid tonight:( Please pray for Samantha. She keeps 🤢”

Donelle M. - dad’s health

“Please pray for my dad.  He has been in the hospital for a week, had a rough night last night and has been moved to ICU.  Prayers greatly appreciated.”

Dave W. - Personal Prayer

“I DON'T DO THIS VERY OFFTEN, BUT I'M IN NEED OF SOME PRAYER!”

Welcome Sunday

New Officers are being installed today in the Western Territory. Please pray for them and their new appointments. For Hawaii: Lts. Aaron and Meagan Ruff at Kaneohe Corps , Lts. Jacob and Danielle Bratton at Hilo Corps, Lt. Kailie Kim at Kroc Center. 

Anne S. - People’s Health

“Two people dear to me here in Palau facing life threatening illnesses.  Would appreciate your prayers for them.  The Lord knows their names and situations.  Pray also for their families please.  Also that the Lord will be glorified in all that is going on.”