Pray for their family: Pastor and Wife shot

Pastor Ángel González and his wife, Irán Montes, were fatally shot outside their home in Irapuato, Mexico, early Thursday after he officiated at a funeral. González died at the scene, while Montes died in an ambulance. They leave behind two children, Matthew, 18, and Dorothy, 17.

González led Calvary Chapel Irapuato in Guanajuato state. Police detained one suspect, but authorities have not announced a motive. Preliminary information suggested a possible robbery; the circumstances remain under investigation.

Pray for Pastor Ángel's family...🙏💔

-taken from Follow Jesus's Post on FB

Pray for Nigerian Christians

#News Islamic militias continue their rampage in Nigeria, k*lling more Christians in a village while they were on watch protecting the people who were sleeping.  

Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo of the Church of Christ in Nations stood in the mass grave the next day crying as he buried the latest victims while declaring that the government has abandoned them. The men had volunteered to stand watch.  

#islam 

Dachomo sat among the bodies and said he felt like being the next one buried with them.  

“We have prayed but the government has turned its back against us.”  

He accused authorities of inventing policies that left communities exposed while military forces failed to stop the night raids. 

#Muslim 

The Shurum attack fits a pattern of nighttime assaults on Christian communities by “Radical Islamic Fulani Militias.”  

According to Open Doors World Watch  

🔴3,490 Christians have been killed by Islamic groups in Nigeria so far this year - 72% of the global total of 4,849. 

🔴There are about 30,000 armed Islamic Fulani militants operating in groups of 10 to 1,000, k*llng the largest number of Christians compared with Boko Haram, ISWAP, or criminal gangs. (all Islamic) 

Dachomo has personally conducted dozens of mass burials.  

#Africa 

In July 2026 he buried nine members of his own extended family k*lled in Kum community, Riyom LGA. 

In June he buried 22 in Kawel, Bokkos LGA.  

In September he buried three church members in Gassa after an attack the night before he publicly thanked Trump for raising the issue at the UN.  

#Christians 

He has received de*th threats, told followers not to pay ransom if he is taken, and traveled to Israel earlier this month to press the case. 

Nigerian authorities and some mainstream outlets describe the violence as resource conflict between herders and farmers.  

However, videos showing government officials leading stadiums in chants of k*ll the Christians, k*ll the White man seem to contradict their public statements.  

The mainstream media has been silent on the genocide of Christians at the hands of Islamic t*rrorists, and is focusing instead on the Hamas t*rrorists and their sympathizers who are being k*lled in Gaza in retaliation for the t*rrorist attack they launched on Oct. 7th.  

How many more Christians will be m*rdered by Islamic t*rrorist before the mainstream media decides to accurately report the carnage caused by Islamic t*rrorists, and start advocating for the people of Africa rather than the terrorists in Palestine? 

#ChristinaAguayoNews

Jesus, Desiree, Gabriel and Art

Lets continue to pray for this family to find a new home in Arizona. A home for their family and a home church. May God continue to bless them! 

Territorial Prayer Requests

 THQ Prayer Requests – Thursday, 10/08/26

Please pray for Major Jillian O’Brien and family as she continues to go through her treatment for

breast cancer. Keep her, Major Mike, the girls and her extended family in your thoughts and prayers

as they all face these challenging days together. Pray for her liver levels to reduce.

Major Leslie Peacock – Please pray for our daughter Shari, she has Metastatic breast cancer and

sees the surgeon on October 21. Pray that she can get surgery scheduled soon.

Maria Todaro – Please pray for JeC Owens and his family as they initiate hospice care for his

Stepfather. Please pray for peace and comfort as they navigate this tough time.

Lydia Fairclough - Please pray for Gabriella’s health and that her doctors will be able to determine

what is causing her to continually become ill. Pray for wisdom and guidance for her doctors, and

for healing, strength, and peace for Gaby. Thank you.

Major Taylor Santos - Please continue to pray for the oCicers in the Federated States of

Micronesia.

Roya Yavari - Please pray for my nephew who is now diagnosed with MS and ALS both, which is

very rare, He lives in Australia, he is 46 years old and has a one-year-old daughter. Please pray for

slow progression of this fatal disease, pray for a cure in the near future. Pray for wisdom for his

medical team, and for his family. Your prayers are very much needed and appreciated. Thank you!

Major Beth Paugh - Please continue praying for my mom, Major Dorothy Covert (RO). Please

continue praying for my dad as this has been a challenging time for him as he is very concerned

about my mom. Prayers for my brothers and I are also greatly appreciated.

Please continue to pray for Captain Denice Delgado, her dad and her siblings as they have

recently unexpectedly lost her mom.

Cadet Jackie Rivera – Please pray for the Rescued Session and my new leadership as the

President. I pray that God gives me wisdom, courage and grace to be able to work with everyone. I

pray that God be our guiding Light and that when we face turmoil of many kinds, we can all come

back to Him and be reminded of His calling on our lives.

-I also pray for CFOT leadership, professors and staff. That God would grant them wisdom and

discernment and that they would be strengthened to do the work He has called them to do.

-Please pray for Monserrat Martinez Gonzales. She is having complications from brain surgery.Cadet Joy Richards – Please pray for an employee from the Golden State Division. Her mom has

been in the hospital for the last two week. She has cancer, stage 4. She is requesting prayer for her

mom, Wava.

-Please pray for a friend who is struggling with work challenges.

Lisa Garcia - Please pray for Linda A as she had surgery yesterday. Pray for her and her

caregivers.

Doris Hall - Please continue to pray with me for my younger brother Thornton, Mom/Mary, Jon,

LaStar and children, JT and KG, Pastor James, Doris Hall, the current government administration,

communities in Region 2 of Los Angeles, faith based and other organizations operating in the

name of Jesus Christ, OCicers and employees of TSA, children and vulnerable adults who are

harmed.

Captain Timothy Witcher - Please continue to pray for my family in the Midwest as they (we)

continue to grieve the loss of our dad, aunt, and brother.

Major Darren Stratton - Pray for God’s wisdom as we continue to work toward the transition of

the Salvation Army’s shelter work in Modesto to another community partner. Asking for protection

as we begin to have conversations with the media, clients, donors and staC. Needing God’s peace

and His wisdom as we work through the internal and community processes.

Captain Nayeli Mercado – Please pray for the families in our church (Watsonville) as many have

faced various trials over the last month, including family losses, health problems, legal issues and

more. Pray for the congregation and for me.

-Please pray for the congregation and for me as well.

Major Eric Tumale – Please pray for Guam Corps Advisory Board member Joan Charfauros, who is

still in the hospital recovering after she suCered a stroke while at work at KUAM TV in mid-August.

Please pray for the unspoken prayer requests from around the territory.International Prayer Focus – 05– 11 October 2026

Ghana Territory

Territorial Leaders: Colonels Seth & Janet Appeateng

Chief Secretary: Lieut-Colonel Ireen Hacamba

Prayer Requests:

• Pray for Ghana Territory Leadership, Cabinet Secretaries and Divisional Leaders for unity

and God’s protection for the progress of the Territory.

• Pray for the Holy Spirit’s revival and empowerment through the Word of God.

• Pray for all our land issues to be resolved in our favour. Pray for harmonious relationships

with community leaders and the local chiefs.

• Pray for the OCicers Training College’s staC to open their hearts and minds to receive

instruction, correction, and new ideas with a humble, teachable spirit.

• Pray for the new cadets, that they may take their studies seriously, trusting God for

sustenance.

• Pray for the President, Vice President, and Members of Parliament of Ghana. Ask God to

grant them divine wisdom, integrity, and the grace to formulate policies that eradicate

corruption and improve the standard of living of the people.

• Pray for our youth for divine wisdom in making life choices and understanding God’s Word.

• Pray for our youth to respond to God’s call to become Salvation Army oCicers.

• Pray for YP Corps to develop a personal relationship with God.

• Pray for all active and retired oCicers in the Ghana Territory for God’s protection and good

health, and for those who are retired to enjoy their retirement.

Western Territorial Prayer Requests

THQ Prayer Requests – Thursday, 09/24/26 

Please pray for Major Jillian O’Brien and family as she continues to go through her treatment 

for breast cancer. Keep her, Mike and the girls and her extended family in your thoughts and 

prayers as they all face these challenging days together. 

Captain Rosanna Tollerud - Captain Jon is having a precancerous mass removed Friday 

morning. For someone who is constantly on the move, sitting still and taking it easy for the 

weekend is going to be quite the challenge! We’re praying that the area is removed completely, 

that the procedure goes smoothly, and that he has a safe and speedy recovery. 

-We’re also praying for staff; we have been short staffed for a few months. Sharing the workload 

has been taxing on both of us, and we’re grateful for everyone who continues to help and 

support us during this time. 

Roya Yavari - Please pray for my nephew who is going through a very challenging time of his 

life. He had MS (Multiple Sclerosis) for 6 years, but it was dormant and under control until 8 

months ago when he started having symptoms. He has now been diagnosed with ALS. 

Please pray that doctors can find a cure for this fatal disease. Your prayers are so much needed 

and appreciated. Your prayers are so much needed and appreciated. 

Major Beth Paugh - Please continue praying for my mom, Major Dorothy Covert (RO). She 

actually broke both her legs not her knees and now has had 3 surgeries. Please continue praying 

for my dad as this has been a challenging time for him as he is very concerned about my mom. 

Prayers for my brothers and I are also greatly appreciated. 

Please pray for Captain Denice Delgado as she has recently unexpectedly lost her mom. 

Please pray for the unspoken prayer requests from around the territory. 

International Prayer Focus – 21 – 27 September 2026 

India South Western Territory 

Territorial Leaders: Colonels Prakash Chandra and Raniphula Pradhan

Chief Secretary: Lieut-Colonel Jacob John Joseph

TSWM: Lieut-Colonel Sonia Jacob

Prayer Requests: 

• Pray for the Territory’s Mission Sustainability Plan: 

o For soil-selling to generate revenue. 

o For resource mobilisation for missional purposes. o For institutions to be re-purposed. 

o For the Mission Support Fund Appeal. 

o For renting and leasing empty land and buildings 

Jillian - Health Update

Life Update #12

Before I get into it, we’re moving back into our house next week! HOORAY! If you’ve been sending mail to our Jewell address, shoot me a message and I’ll give you our regular house address so nothing gets lost in the shuffle. I’m so incredibly grateful for all the cards, snacks, and gifts you’ve sent during this whole ordeal. 

I’ve been pretty quiet the last couple of weeks. My brain has needed some time to process everything that happened. If you’ve been following along, my last update was about kidney stones. My doctor wanted me to get a CT scan on Tuesday to make sure there weren’t any lingering stones. I was feeling so much better that Mike and I figured it was probably just an overcautious check, but sure, let’s get imaged. Why not?

After the scan, my appetite was back, so Mike took me to breakfast. That evening, Dylan and I were packing for our trip to visit my parents. She was going to be my airport buddy, and we were flying out Thursday. Wednesday morning, I felt the best I had in months. I drove myself to the oncologist for my blood draw, and on the way home I was mentally checking off my to-do list for the trip. I was about 10 minutes from home when my oncologist called.

Dr: “Hey Jillian, how are you feeling today?”

Me: “Great! Best I’ve felt in a while. I’m flying to visit my parents tomorrow!”

Dr: “I’m sorry to tell you this, but you’re not. You need to go to the ER right now. You have blood clots in both lungs. This is an emergency.”

Say what, now?! 

My brain could not comprehend what was happening. I called Mike and told him to meet me at home so he could take me to the ER. Then I called my parents sobbing because I wasn’t going to make it. At the ER, they CT scanned me again and, sure enough, I had 23 pulmonary embolisms in both lungs, plus a pulmonary infarction. In non medical terms, I had a bunch of blood clots and part of my right lung was dying because a clot was blocking its blood supply.

Here’s the crazy thing: I never had kidney stones! The blood clots were causing symptoms that looked a lot like kidney stones. We had even gone to the ER twice while I was in pain and it wasn’t caught. Had my oncologist not ordered that CT scan, I would have gotten on the plane the next day and could have had a very different and potentially disastrous outcome. As flying with pulmonary embolisms is not recommended. 

Because cancer and chemo put me in a high-risk category, they kept me in the hospital for 24-hour observation. I even got transported from the ER to the hospital via ambulance. Wooo!

At the hospital, I was hooked up to a heart monitor that kept cutting out whenever I moved. At one point, Mike and I heard “Code Blue” and my room number. We looked at each other as nurses came running in, ready to perform life-saving measures on me. Meanwhile, I’m over here like, “I’m just chillin.” They got me started on medication that I will need to take for the next 6 months to help clear the clots and eventually sent me home.  Bummed I missed my vacation, but on the bright side, I’m still here. 

I started my new drug cocktail last Tuesday and, thankfully, have had very few side effects. Sarah came to take care of me this week and didn’t even have to clean up any of my bodily functions. I’m sure she’s deeply disappointed. It has been so nice having her here. 

I’m heading in today for my weekly chemo drug, Taxol. I’ll update you on that later since this has already been a long one.

Mike - Jillians Health Update

We’re going to need a bigger bingo card!

The rollercoaster ride that is cancer/chemo has moved into the minefields 🫣 

Jillian got a CT scan yesterday so they could image what they thought was kidney stones from a couple weeks back.

Jillian received the results this morning…

Doctor, “how are you feeling today”

Jillian, “I’m feeling pretty good today. Jumping on a plane to visit my parents tomorrow.

Doctor, “I’m sorry to tell you… no you’re not. You need to get to the ER right away. Your scans showed blood clots in both lungs.”

While Jillian was (and still is) upset about missing time with family in Phoenix… we are so glad the results of the imaging came before finding out for her self 30-42k feet up.

A trip to the ER turned into an ambulance ride and a 24 hour hospital stay. The doctors and nurses seem to feel like they have it under control (except for a talkative monitoring device), but prayers in the same direction would be lovely too.

Grateful for everyone who has stepped into the gaps. Special thank you to Daniel Tollerud and Jackie Raihl for making sure the kids weren’t stranded at school, and that they were fed and filled on Dutch Bros.

#cancersucks

Sam L. - Pray for Hawaii

(Long post / Prayer Request) 

I typically post pictures of family, ministry, and lots of coffee. But today, I’m asking you to keep Hawaiʻi in your prayers.

We are in the middle of a very active hurricane season. The last two storms were not direct hits, yet they still brought significant damage across our state.

In just the last month, people in Hawaiʻi have awakened to the loss of loved ones, homes, vehicles, businesses, and property. And there are wounds that are harder to put into words—like the trauma a community experiences when a cemetery is destroyed and Iwi Kūpuna are displaced from their final resting places.

Behind every storm report and damage assessment are real people whose lives have been changed.

So this morning, please remember Hawaiʻi in your prayers.

Pray for those who have lost loved ones. Pray for families whose homes and livelihoods have been damaged. Pray for those carrying the emotional and cultural trauma left behind by these storms. Pray for our first responders, emergency personnel, disaster workers, volunteers, and community leaders who continue to serve long after the winds and rain have passed.

And please pray for protection over our islands as we continue through this hurricane season.

Hawaiʻi is resilient, and our communities take care of one another, the Aloha is strong. But right now, we could use your prayers.🤙🤙

Haiti Christians PTG / Justice

AT LEAST 47 KILLED, MORE THAN 50 KIDNAPPED AS GANGS ATTACK CHURCH AND COMMUNITIES IN HAITI

At least 47 people were reportedly killed and more than 50 others kidnapped during a brutal Aug. 23–24 attack in Haiti’s Kenscoff commune.

The violence was attributed to the Viv Ansam gang, which targeted several communities as insecurity continues spreading beyond Port-au-Prince.

Among the locations attacked was the Evangelical church Ark of the New Testament, where displaced families had reportedly taken shelter.

At least 22 people were reportedly killed inside the church, turning what had been a place of refuge into the scene of a devastating tragedy.

The attack is another painful reminder of the worsening security crisis in Haiti, where armed gangs continue terrorizing civilians, forcing families from their homes and placing churches and humanitarian workers under increasing pressure.

Yet Christian leaders in the country say the Church cannot abandon its mission.

Archbishop Max Leroy Mésidor declared:

“The Church has to continue its mission in good times and bad.”

For Christians around the world, this is a moment to remember the people of Haiti in prayer—especially grieving families, kidnapped victims, displaced communities and believers continuing to serve in dangerous conditions.

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” — Psalm 46:1

May God comfort those who mourn, protect the innocent and bring peace and justice to Haiti.

YWAM - Pastor William PTG (His Church and Family)

Prayer for Myanmar - September 3

For over a quarter of a century, Rev. William served as a devoted pastor to his congregation at Chungcung Baptist Church in Myanmar's Chin state. He was a loving husband, a father to five children, and a steady spiritual anchor in a region torn apart by conflict. When his beloved village and church were looted and burned in late 2021, Rev. William chose to remain, choosing to shepherd his people through their darkest hours rather than abandon them.

Tragically, that unwavering commitment cost him his life. Arrested in May along with a fellow Christian named Nam Ceu, Rev. William was held by the country's ruling military junta under accusations of aiding local defense forces. On June 4, the military executed the 25-year pastor without a trial or due process, leaving a grieving family and a heartbroken church family behind.

Across Myanmar, roughly two million Christians live under constant threat of airstrikes, village raids, and heavy shelling. Places of worship, from humble rural chapels to historic cathedrals, have been systematically targeted, burned, and reduced to ashes. Yet, even as their homes and churches crumble, the resilient faith of the Chin, Kachin, and Karen believers remains unbroken.

Let us stand in the gap today for his widow, his five children, and the countless families in Myanmar who continue to worship Jesus in the shadow of danger. May God surround them with supernatural peace and protection.

Andrew M. - Mom PTG

Hi everyone, please lift up Andrew and his family up in prayer. His mom passed away over the weekend. May God's presence and peace comfort him and his family during this difficult time. 🙏🏽

Franklin Graham - Nepal - Tibet (Flash Floods and Mud Slides).

The media is calling the scenes of catastrophic flash flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border “apocalyptic.” The numbers are not yet fully known, but more than 150 people are already confirmed dead, with many missing, including hundreds of tourists and at least 47 Americans. Stranded residents were being rescued off rooftops by helicopter. Take a moment to stop and pray for the people of this region and for families anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones. Watch the chilling video and pray.

https://youtube.com/shorts/oh83uIgfKw0?is=ZtVCbdYcLCrJA3Ll

Mike May's Health

May God heal Mike. May His mighty hands strengthen and comfort him during this time. 

THQ Bulletin - Ray D.'s Health and Upcoming Treatment

Please keep Major Ray Dihle in your prayers:

 

During recent medical tests, an abnormality was noted on Ray's pancreas. A biopsy is scheduled for next week. Once it is evaluated and a diagnosis made, his medical team can then start the appropriate treatment. An update will be sent out when we know more.

 

In the meantime, your prayers for Nancy and Ray would be greatly appreciated.

THQ Bulletin - Charleen M. 's Step Father PTM

Please keep the family of Captain Charleen Morrow in your prayers.

 

"Stan Clark, the stepfather of Captain Charleen, was Promoted to Glory on August 1^st 2026.

 

Stan and Alice (Charleen’s Mom) were strong supporters of The Salvation Army and volunteered throughout the years helping at the appointments of Matt and Charleen.

 

He will be truly missed by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren affectionately known as Grandpa Stan. 

 

Please pray for the family as they go through this loss."

 

Jessica G. - Dad's PTG (Ed Gazmen)

It is with a heavy heart that I share that our dad passed away yesterday, August 18, 2026, at approximately 12:00 p.m.

His sudden passing is a shock to us all and still feels so surreal. His absence is louder than any chaotic noise we have ever heard, and we are trying to navigate this heartbreaking season without him. 

Yet, even in the midst of our grief, there is comfort in knowing that when he took his last breath here on earth, his very first view in Heaven was the white pearly gates, where his Creator welcomed him with the words, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”

Dad, we love you. We miss you. And while our hearts are broken by your absence, we find peace knowing that you are finally home. Thank you for the love and commitment you poured out to me, our family, and the community. 

Until we meet again 🕊️🤍

Captains Montes - Columbia

The Salvation Army is mobilizing to support families affected by the devastating earthquake that struck western Colombia on August 10th. 

Officers, staff, and volunteers are assessing needs in affected communities, while emergency relief efforts are underway to provide food, safe drinking water, hygiene supplies, mattresses, bedding, and other essential items. Pastoral care and emotional support are also being provided to those navigating the aftermath. 

See how The Salvation Army is responding and how you can help support families in Colombia: https://www.sawso.org/sawso/story/the-salvation-army-responds-following-deadly-earthquake-in-colombia 

#columbiaearthquakes #earthquakeresponse #disasterresponse #salvationarmy

Sandra A - Pray for Dr. Augustinos Samaan

Dr. Augustinos Samaan  Egyptian Coptic Christian scholar, YouTuber with over 100,000 subscribers  is rotting in an Egyptian prison for the “crime” of teaching Christianity and comparing it to Islam.

This man was slammed with five years of hard labor under Egypt’s blasphemy law (Article 98(f)) simply for making educational videos. 

That’s not justice.

 That’s state-enforced religious tyranny.

While locked up, fellow inmates have burned his legs with cigarettes until they swelled, denied him food, water, hygiene, and the right to worship, urinated on him, and left him infested with lice. 

His mother died of grief right after the sentence.

This is what Christian persecution looks like in Egypt:

 Peaceful believers crushed under blasphemy laws while the world looks the other way💔

End this now.

#EndChristianPersecution

#PrayForAugustinos

#FreeAugustinosSamaan

Operation Blessing ‐ Columbia Earthquake

🚨 URGENT: A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia.

Roughly 200 people have lost their lives, more than 2,000 have been injured, and survivors urgently need help.

Operation Blessing’s Global Disaster Response Team is responding now, with plans to focus on food and clean water.

You can help bring critical relief and hope to people facing this devastating disaster. Give now to help Operation Blessing respond to people in need.

Debra D. - Prayers

I am currently taking a break posting with an ‘all people’ audience posts! 

Most of my posts are now only for family and very close friends

Pray for me, my life is taking a different difficult turn and I rather not share everything. Unfortunately I have been subjected to non - empathetic judgement especially in regard to my health and worklife; happy pictures which are just a fragment of my daily struggles may confuse my true mental and phisical state for those who search great excuses for not understanding my true situation

I am not a person that blocks people or delete them, therefore taking a break from public posts seams the wise thing to do at this time 

If you consider yourself my friend, you are empathic and caring of me please pray more than ever for this very difficult time in my life!

Jewela C. - Health

Looks like I'm staying in the hospital for a few days. Just came back from a cat scan and going for another MRI so the Drs can figure out the next plan of action.  :( I feel fine, just sad that it has come down to this at such an inopportune time.

Reggie C. - Spokane Fire

Dorla and I ARE SAFE from the Spokane fires. Please pray for us. Many of our friends including our Salvation Army corps officers have evacuated their homes.🙏

Jillian - Health Update 8

Life update #8: 

During the third week of my first round of chemo chemo, the week I felt good, something started to happen. My hair began to fall out. While my body was feeling better, when I ran my fingers through my hair strands of hair start falling out, reminding me again of the rollercoaster that is chemo treatment. 

At first it was a couple strands, then chunks. I dreaded going in the shower because I knew the falling hair would clog the drain. But the worst part, hair kept falling into my food. I couldn’t do it anymore.

So, last Sunday, Mike shaved it off. Only my family has seen my shaved head and it has been a bit of a 🤯 to come to terms with. I’m not there, I don’t think I will get there for a while. 

I do have a wig. I’ve worn it a couple times. When I’m out in public where no one knows me it’s probably less noticeable. Around familiars I’m constantly wrestling with wearing it, but I don’t want them to see my shaved head either. Talk about your jumpscare! Tomorrow, we have church and I don’t know what to do. 

I’m sure you all are going to try and cheer me up. “You look beautiful.” “You have the head shape for it.” “Your hair will grow back.” And all the other positive encouragement things. But if I’m honest, it’s still really hard. 

Mike tells me everyday, all-the-time, how beautiful I am. And the other day I had to say, “just stop.” While I’m glad he doesn’t think I look like Shrek (although some would suggest he is a “hear me out” contender), it doesn’t change the fact that this just plain sucks. I don’t feel like me already and then looking in the mirror is a constant reminder that I will never go back to who I was before all of this started. All stuff I have to process on my own time.

But let’s end on a positive, the side effects this time around have been way less of a struggle. I was leaving the house after 7 days instead of 14. Whoo hoo!

Ethiopian Christians Killed

Ethiopia: A priest at the Arsema Monastery described the sudden drone attack that killed several Christians during a service.

The regime has reportedly carried out a drone strike on a Christian monastery.

Two nuns and six priests were killed in the daylight attack on the Arsema Monastery in Wollo, which was holding a church service.

Many more Christians are injured.

Pray for the Christians affected by this evil act.

- @Christian Emergency Alliance

Amy M. - Grandma in Hospice

May God continue to comfort and give Amy and her family His peace during this difficult time knowing that her grandma will be journeying onto glory soon. May God's presence be upon her Grandma during this time in hospice care. 

Jillian O B - Health Update 6

Life update #6: 

It’s been 20 days since my first chemo treatment, and tomorrow (Day 21) I’m back for Round 2. The first round kicked my butt for 14 days, but these last 6 days I’ve been chilling at about 85%. I didn’t know 85% could feel so amazing. Had a meet up with the oncology team today and they are going to give me extra fluids for hydration to see if that helps the side effects. I am hoping not to feel like I did 2 weeks ago. But alas, here we go again. 

Prayers are greatly appreciated. And while you’re at it, check in on Mike. He’s been a good one through all of this, and caregivers carry a lot more than people see. Send him a text, give him a hug (he loves them), or send him a Red Bull to remind him he’s doing an incredible job. He deserves lots of love and support too. 

Here’s to Round 2... may the side effects be ever in my favor.

I’ve also been binge reading and watching “The Hunger Games,” if you couldn’t tell.

Nigerian Pastor Dochomo's Family Deaths

It happened at midnight in Kum village, Plateau State, in Nigeria's Middle Belt. Fulani gunmen stormed the family compound of Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, the pastor who has spent years exposing the slaughter of Nigerian Christians. They demanded, "Where is the father of this house?" He was not home. So they opened fire on his family, killing nine relatives, including a two month old baby.

Days later, the same militia sent Pastor Dachomo a written death threat: you are next. This is a man who has stood at more than 70 mass burials for murdered believers, whose voice was recently amplified by President Trump, and whose crime is refusing to stay quiet. His response to the threat on his life: "I cannot run away."

The numbers behind his story defy belief. A six year study found Fulani militias responsible for over 79,000 deaths in Nigeria, roughly 36 people every single day, more than Boko Haram and ISIS combined. The U.S. State Department is now demanding Nigeria act. Pastor Dachomo keeps preaching with a target on his back. What would it take for the world to finally look? Pray for him by name tonight.

#PrayForNigeria #ChristianPersecution #EzekielDachomo

Don M. - Surgery Recovery and Healing

Many of you know that Don had brain surgery on Wednesday, July 15. His neurosurgeon was pleased with the results of the surgery and the progress he is making towards his recovery. He was transferred to the rehab section of the hospital in order to be given more intensive physical, occupational and speech therapy. The plan is he will be discharged to Home health care on July 31. We would appreciate your continued prayer for Don‘s full recovery. God is good and has been answering our prayers

Ugandan Pastor Killed - pray for his family

PASTOR, 25, KILLED HOURS AFTER CHRISTIAN-MUSLIM DEBATE

A young Christian pastor in Uganda was killed just hours after taking part in a public debate where two Muslim women reportedly converted to Christianity.

Pastor Bernard Mulongo, 25, traveled to Mbale on July 18 for an open-air Christian-Muslim dialogue. A pastor who witnessed the event said Mulongo’s arguments persuaded members of the crowd, including two prominent Muslim women who publicly converted.

According to witnesses, an imam who participated in the debate became angry and confronted Mulongo afterward, allegedly warning him:

“Bernard, you deserve death for blasphemous deeds and leading our people to that false religion.”

Hours later, after Mulongo appeared on a local radio program, he and a friend were traveling by motorcycle when several men blocked their path. His friend escaped and called police, but Mulongo was later found dead with multiple injuries, according to Morning Star News.

The imam is now among the suspects in the killing. Police were investigating and had made no arrests as of the report.

Mulongo leaves behind a wife and two young children, just 4 and 7 years old.

Please pray for his wife, his children and Christians around the world who risk everything for their faith. 🙏✝️

Jillian O B. - Health Update

Life update #7: 

Infusion day was supposed to be a quick one hour visit. However, my body had other plans and instead wanted me at the infusion center from 9:40 am to 1:40 pm. 

Everything started out normal. Port accessed? Check. Pre-meds? Check. After every med that I receive, the nurses have to flush my port, and draw back blood to make sure that the port is still accessing the vein to my heart. Fascinating, I know! 

Except... no blood. So they flushed it again. And again. About 4-5 times. Normally when they flush your port, you get this weird taste in your mouth because... science. Today? Nothing. Which, according to the nurses, was not a good sign. 

Cue the order for clot-busting meds. Round one: 20-minute wait. More flushing. Nothing. Round two: 90-minute wait. More flushing. Still nothing.

At this point, three different nurses came alongside to try and get this port online. They had me walk, lean forward, lie flat, turn on my side, raise my arms, turn my head and cough (interesting tactic), and even re-accessed my port. Still nothing. Two hours in and I hadn't even started chemo yet. 

Time to pivot with an IV infusion. Meanwhile, the nurses kept checking the port because apparently I'm not allowed to leave until it decides to cooperate.

Then... hallelujah, blood return! They switched my hydration back to the port.

Everything finished around 1:30, and all that was left was one final flush and blood draw.

And…..NOTHING.

At this point my nurse looked at me and said, "You are defying science because the science isn't sciencing. We get blood, then we don't. I haven't seen anything like this in years. I'm going to be thinking about this all day." And, honestly... samesies.

Well there you have it everyone. I’m a mess! I go back tomorrow for hydration, and if my port is still misbehaving, I'll need a scan to make sure the tubing is actually where it's supposed to be. So prayers for that! 

Today's side effect dry mouth, making swallowing difficult even with the extra hydration. Seriously?! 

Kudos to Ryan, who drove and planned to come for a one hour appointment, but instead got a front row seat to four hours of medical mystery theater. 

Introducing Dr. Bearpathi, a gift from Dylan and Peyton. He is named after my oncologist Dr. Bupathi. 😂

Rose M. - Jim's Health

Please pray for Jim! He has a heart cath tomorrow at 10 am to check his 5 stents and make sure no new blockage! We are so thankful of how God has been with him since his major heart attack the widow maker 18 years ago this month! We know your love and prayers has been with us on this journey! Love and blessings to each of our dear friends!!

Shelley B. - Health Update

Well, time for an update!

🧠 MRI showed that my medication is still killing the tumor! The seizure doctor has adjusted my medication and I am going strong on it—23 days and no seizures! 

Praising God for His continued healing and power (and will praise Him still with the next seizure—He is ALWAYS a good God!) and now…

🦬 Bison at Ted’s to celebrate with a quote from John Wayne above us: “Courage is being scared to death…and saddling up anyway.”

Pray for our Leaders: Pete Hegseth

🚨JUST IN | Today I found out something about Pete Hegseth that gave me chills I cannot shake. And I need every American to know about it right now. Because what this man just started doing inside the most powerful military building on earth… is something that no headline has fully captured. And it deserves to be heard by every single American alive today. Pete Hegseth… Secretary of Defense… the man running the most powerful military on earth… started a monthly prayer service at the Pentagon. Let that sink in for one moment. The Pentagon. The building where decisions are made that affect every soldier serving this country right now. The building that carries the weight of America’s entire military on its walls. That building… now starts every month on its knees. Before God. Together. Because Pete Hegseth decided that before any briefing… before any meeting… before any decision that sends men and women into harm’s way… America’s military would ask God for guidance first. And here is what gave me the deepest chills this morning. This is not a man who found faith when it was convenient. This is not a man performing for cameras. This is a Princeton graduate who walked away from Wall Street… who chose a uniform instead of a comfortable career… who went to Iraq… who went to Afghanistan… who came home carrying things that most people will never understand… and who somewhere in all of that… found a faith so deep and so real… that today he is making sure the most powerful military on earth starts every month in prayer. Think about what Pete saw in those deployments. 

Think about what his eyes witnessed. Think about the moments he carried home that he has never fully shared with the world. And then think about a man who went through all of that… and came out the other side not broken… but believing more deeply than ever that without God… none of it means anything. That is not a Pentagon policy. That is a man’s testimony. Walking into the most powerful office in the American military… and refusing to leave God outside the door. And Trump saw all of that. Before anyone else did. He looked at Pete Hegseth… a soldier who survived things most people cannot imagine… a man whose faith grew stronger in the hardest places on earth… and said — this is the man I want leading America’s military. Not because he was the safest choice. Because he was the most real one. Today… I want every single American to stop. 

And say a prayer for Pete Hegseth. For every soldier he leads. For every decision he carries. And for every monthly prayer service happening inside those Pentagon walls… that most of America will never hear about. Because the man protecting America… is making sure America is covered in prayer first. And that… is everything. 😭🙏🇺🇸 Drop a ❤️ right now if this gave you chills today. Type “GOD BLESS PETE HEGSETH” in the comments. Pass this to every American who needs to know what is happening inside the Pentagon every single month… because the most powerful military on earth just started doing something that no camera has fully captured. And it is the most important thing Pete Hegseth has ever done.

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