2023-08-07 19:05:29
An earthquake in China with a magnitude of 5.4 was recorded last Sunday, August 6th, leaving a trail of destroyed buildings and 21 injured. In the face of the tragedy, the situation of Christians in Shandong province could become even more difficult.
Earthquake information indicates that there were 52 aftershocks after the initial earthquake, which resulted in at least 74 homes being damaged and some buildings collapsing.
According to the Open Doors Mission, the earthquake and aftershocks “generated fear and insecurity in the nation that is the 16th country on the World Persecution List”, a document of the entity that monitors the degree of hostility to Christians in dozens of countries. around the world.
The international press reproduced the report of a resident of the province who said that “during the earthquake, my head was shaking on the pillow, I thought I was having a nightmare”.
The tremor shook cities within a radius of 800 km from the epicenter in Dezhou, in Shandong province, hitting major cities such as Shanghai and the capital Beijing.
“Until now, it has not been confirmed whether there were Christians among the victims or whether any of the destroyed buildings were temples or secret churches. We count on your prayers for the Persecuted Church in China and for the victims of the earthquake”, says a note sent by the press office of Portas Abertas.
“Pray that rescue teams will be able to quickly find the victims and provide the relief they need. Intercede for people who are still scared and insecure by the possibility of new tremors. Ask God for persecuted Christians in China to share hope and love in Christ in this time of crisis.” announcementindicating the opportunity for evangelism.
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