Covid-19: The Coronavirus Pandemic continues to spread
As of Wednesday morning, the novel coronavirus has infected more than 18.5 million people across 188 countries and territories, resulting in at least 700,896 deaths. In the U.S., all 50 states plus the District of Columbia have reported confirmed cases of COVID-19, tallying more than 4,771,519 illnesses and at least 156,830 deaths. Pharmaceutical companies around the globe are in a race to find a verifiable and safe vaccine, with human trials now taking place. Meanwhile, there is growing support among physicians and epidemiologists for the use of hydroxychloroquine. Compelling testimonies are being publicised showing that when taken in tandem with zinc and particular anti-biotics (azithromycin or doxycycline), it has had remarkable results. Let's be praying that political differences can be laid aside so that the merits of this treatment can be confirmed speedily through clinical trials so that many people can benefit widely from it.
Pray that the covid-19 virus is stopped in its tracks.
Pray for a verified vaccine to be successfully developed and produced.
Pray that the inexpensive and effective use of hydroxychloroquine can be trialled and rolled out quickly, so that all nations can benefit from it.
Pray that the economic and societal impacts of the global pandemic will be minimised and reversed quickly.
More info: https://www.ipcprayer.org/ipc-connections/item/13224-covid-19-pandemic-prayer-update.html
China: Worst Floods in Decades
Intense rain and severe flooding has been battering China since early June serious flooding across 27 of the country's 31 provinces. Currently, the water level of 433 rivers is above the flood control line, with 33 of them reaching record highs. It has already affected more than 37 million people, leaving 141 dead or missing. Economic losses are estimated at 86 billion yuan (US$12.3 billion) so far.
Let's agree in praying for the heavy seasonal rains to stop and for the waters to subside.
Pray for the millions of displaced people and for the huge numbers of families whose homes and livelihoods have been affected.
Pray that support and assistance will reach people in all of the affected areas.
More info: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-53434767
Lebanon: Beirut rocked by massive explosion
Lebanon: Beirut rocked by massive explosion -
Rescuers are searching for survivors after a huge explosion killed at least 100 people and injured more than 4,000 in Beirut, yesterday evening. The main blast was caused by 2,750 tonnes of ammonium nitrate - used in fertilisers and as an explosive - which was left unsecured in a warehouse for six years at the city's port. Thousands have been left homeless and families are still counting the casualties and searching for the dead. There could not be a worse time for this to have occurred in Lebanon, a middle-eastern country already struggling with economic and political turmoil. The hospitals were already under immense pressure, with depleted resources due to the covid-19 pandemic. Many of the people of Lebanon are angered by this disaster which could have been avoided.
Let’s be in prayer for the people of Beirut and the Lebanese government at this time:
Pray for the injured and the families of those who lost their lives in this tragic event.
Pray for the hospitals and emergency services who are struggling to cope with the magnitude of this disaster on top of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Pray that the international community will bury their differences and generously provide humanitarian assistance, medical aid and help with rebuilding the port which is the key entry point for food and other essential resources.
More info: https://www.middleeasteye.net/topics/inside-lebanon
IPC Connections August 2020 Intro
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We are pleased to bring you IPC Connections for August 2020.
We are sure that you will enjoy this month’s editorial article which is on the subject of The ‘Blessing’. It was written by Dr Jason Hubbard, our Executive Coordinator. Many of us have found comfort and encouragement as we have watched the various ‘The Blessing’ collaboration videos from across the nations – based on the Priestly Blessing in Numbers 6:22-27. In this uplifting and encouraging article, Jason reminds us of the six promises of blessing and what they mean to us, today. Download the full article from our website.
As well as bringing you an update on the developing Covid-19 pandemic, with prayer points and links to various resources, we are also highlighting the shocking situation in Nigeria where the attacks on the Christian communities have escalated these last several months. Let’s be in prayer for the whole situation, and do all we can to not let it slip below the international community’s radar.
A friend and partner of IPC, Gordon Hickson, from the ‘Mahabba’ network has written a wonderful and encouraging poem entitled ‘THE “HEAVENLY VIRUS”: GOD’S RESPONSE TO COVID 19! which we would like to share with you. It ends with this verse…
SO COME ON ALL YOU LEADERS, LET’S ARISE AND LET US SHINE
LET’S MAKE GOD’S LOVE GO VIRAL! COME ON! NOW IT’S OUR TIME!
LET’S RISE UP WITH HIS WEAPONS OF UNITY AND PRAYER
LET’S DEMONSTRATE WITH GRACE TO ALL - THAT WE CARE AND YES, WE DARE!
The full poem is available HERE.
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Thank you for continuing to partner with us in mobilising and informing united prayer across nations, denominations, movements, and generations for the fulfilment of the Great Commission.
May we express grateful thanks to Andy Page and the IPC Editorial Team who put this email together each month.
Wishing you His continued blessings,
Jason Hubbard - Executive Coordinator
John D Robb – Chairman
International Prayer Connect
