Please pray a tragic situation that is unfolding in China.
Over the past several days there has been rioting and violence in Urumqi, Xinjiang Autonomous Region. Xinjiang is located in the far-northwestern reaches of China. This region has a tremendous Muslim poplulation called the Uyghurs.
The Uyghur’s have long since felt that they have been descriminated against by the majority ethnic group in China, the Han. The current situation began when Uyghurs took to the streets in large numbers to protest against the descrimination.
Thus far, 156 people have been killed, 800 injured and 1,434 people detained by police and security forces.
Please pray for an end to the violence, loss of life, destruction, and for resolution to this tragic social and political situation.
Please also pray for believers in the city and region, for their strength and faith. May they be used of the Lord to comfort those who are bereaved, suffering, and fearful.
And, in the midst of a terrible situation, may the Gospel be shared and many come to faith in Christ as Savior.
You can read about what is happening in Urumqi at BBC and CNN.
