Franklin Graham - Terrorists in England

Pray for Manchester, England. There was a terrorist attack this morning at a synagogue on Yom Kippur. Two people were killed in the car ramming and stabbing rampage, and three others were seriously hurt. We have deployed crisis-trained chaplains with the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team to minister in this shocked and grieving community. I am also scheduled to preach there in October of next year. Hatred for the Jewish people is a cancerous rot. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said, "Antisemitism is a hatred that is rising, once again. Britain must defeat it, once again." Pray for the families who lost loved ones and for the injured.

TSA West Focus - Caribbean

 

Prayer Focus 29 September - 05 October 2025

Caribbean Territory

 

Territorial Leaders:

 

Commissioner Emmanuel Supre – Territorial Commander

Commissioner Edeline Supre – Territorial President of Women’s Ministries

Colonel Edward Lyons – Chief Secretary

Colonel Jennifer Lyons – Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries

 

Praise:

 

We thank God for the success of the Future Officers’ Fellowship Conference, held 8 - 12 July 2025, at the territorial training college. Fifteen young people from seven of the sixteen participating countries commit to entering the training college in the coming years.

 

We celebrate the fruitful Young People’s Sergeant Major and Youth Leaders online conference held on 26 May 2025.

 

Praise God for the impactful Caribbean Music Institute (CARIMI), hosted in Kingston, Jamaica, from 8 – 18 August 2025, which united musicians from eight Caribbean nations.

 

Please pray for:

 

·         Strong, faith-filled local leadership and for young people-especially English and Dutch speakers, to respond to God’s call for full-time service.

 

·         Salvationists in all Caribbean countries to be bold in evangelism as they expand the Army’s work into new parishes.

 

·         Fruitful ministry in the Caribbean, especially in evangelism campaigns, open-air meetings, visitations, and soul-winning efforts. 

 

·         Soldiers to support the ministry financially and practically, as we seek God’s favour in building a sustainable Territory.

 

·         Officers to be guided by the Holy Spirit, living with integrity and transparency as faithful stewards.

 

·         The Territorial Leaders to be granted wisdom and discernment in all decision-making that they lead with clarity, justice and compassion.     

Michigan Church Crisis

COMMUNITY REELING: A Sunday service in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, turned into a nightmare when a gunman rammed his truck into the building, started shooting and lit the church on fire.

At least four people have died, two from gunfire and two others who were found in the church, and multiple others were injured. Thomas Jacob Sanford, 40, the suspected gunman, was killed by police.

More info: foxnews

THQ West - Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery

As you know, The Salvation Army is deeply committed to fighting and responding to human trafficking! We believe prayer is foundational and an essential, powerful tool for fighting for freedom and working towards a world free from exploitation.  Every year a Sunday in September is set aside as the ‘International Day of Prayer for Victims of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking’ and provides an important focal point for prayer to support people caught up in slavery and those working with the victims.

All Salvation Army ministry units around the world are invited to participate in and give attention to the International Day of Prayer for Victims of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking on Sunday, 28 September 2025.

 

This year’s theme is ‘Light to Life’, inspired by Exodus 3:2 NIV: ‘There the angel of the Lord appeared to him in flames of fire from within the bush. Moses saw that though the bush was on fire, it did not burn up.’

 

Resources: ‘Light to Life’ themed resources, including sermons, bible studies, prayer stations, etc., are available in English with French, Hindi, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili (and Tamil to follow) and may be downloaded here: https://sar.my/light-to-life

I will be sending a survey out to the field after 9/28 and these responses will be shared with leadership at IHQ.  If you have any questions or I can assist you in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Human Traffic - Sept. 28th

As you know, The Salvation Army is deeply committed to fighting and responding to human trafficking! We believe prayer is foundational and an essential, powerful tool for fighting for freedom and working towards a world free from exploitation.  Every year a Sunday in September is set aside as the ‘International Day of Prayer for Victims of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking’ and provides an important focal point for prayer to support people caught up in slavery and those working with the victims.

All Salvation Army ministry units around the world are invited to participate in and give attention to the International Day of Prayer for Victims of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking on Sunday, 28 September 2025.

 

This year’s theme is ‘Light to Life’, inspired by Exodus 3:2 NIV: ‘There the angel of the Lord appeared to him in flames of fire from within the bush. Moses saw that though the bush was on fire, it did not burn up.’

 

Resources: ‘Light to Life’ themed resources, including sermons, bible studies, prayer stations, etc., are available in English with French, Hindi, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili (and Tamil to follow) and may be downloaded here: https://sar.my/light-to-life

CBN - Nigerian Christians Persecution

Life is fragile and dangerous for Christians living in the northern and Middle Belt regions of Nigeria. They face violence that often leads to death, the destruction of their homes, villages and places of worship. Ultimately, they are forced to flee from the danger which creates mass displacement for tens of thousands.

It is a growing crisis that involves more than three million Christians who are being persecuted because of their faith. Islamic terror groups are behind the vicious attacks and the Nigerian government appears to be doing very little to stop the brutality. Making matters worse, recent studies on persecution show the atrocities committed in Nigeria account for nearly 70 percent of all Christians killed globally.

FULL STORY: https://cbn.com/news/world/christian-genocide-nigeria-3-million-believers-under-siege-calls-us-intervention-mount

President Urusemal

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

On the Passing of the Honorable Joseph J. Urusemal

It is with deep respect and profound sadness, that the Federated States of Micronesia announces the passing of the Honorable Joseph J. Urusemal, Sixth President of the Federated States of Micronesia, who passed away on September 16, 2025, in the Republic of Palau.

Born on March 19, 1952, on Woleai in the State of Yap, President Urusemal dedicated his life to public service, education, and the advancement of our nation. After completing his early schooling on Woleai and graduating from Xavier High School in Chuuk, he pursued higher education at Rockhurst College in Kansas City, Missouri, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Administration of Justice in 1976. He went on to work in the United States before returning home in 1982 to serve as a teacher and counselor at the Yap State Department of Education, where he contributed significantly to the Yap State Education Plan.

In 1987, he was elected as the State of Yap’s at-large representative to the Fifth Congress of the Federated States of Micronesia, a position he held with distinction for many years. Known for his humility, strong principles, and commitment to traditional values, he served as Floor Leader for twelve years before being elected the Sixth President of the Federated States of Micronesia, serving from May 11, 2003, to 2007.

Following his presidency, he continued his service in Congress, most recently as Chairman of the Committee on Education and the Yap Congressional Delegation. Throughout his career, he was a member of several key congressional committees, including Ways and Means, Health and Social Affairs, and Transportation and Communication. His leadership and vision helped guide the Nation’s development while remaining grounded in respect for culture, education, and the sustainable use of our limited resources.

President Urusemal is remembered as a soft-spoken but resolute leader, a devoted husband to Olania Latileilam of Satawal, and a loving father to their four children: B.J., Tarsis, Craig, and Elenita.

The Federated States of Micronesia mourns the loss of a great leader, statesman, and son of our islands. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, the people of Yap, and all who were touched by his life and service.

State funeral arrangements will be confirmed in due course, at which time a Presidential Proclamation will also be issued declaring a period of national mourning, including the lowering of flags to half-mast throughout the Nation.

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