Faith
Syrian Christians Urge Prayer Amid Ongoing Turmoil
Faith Facts
- Since a militant group replaced Assad’s regime, Christians face uncertainty and enduring strife.
- Recent months have witnessed violence against minorities and the breakdown of a short-lived ceasefire in Aleppo.
- Christian leaders are calling for global prayer and steadfastness, urging believers to trust in God’s providence for Syria’s future.
Syrian Christians and minorities have faced deep uncertainty since a new militant-led government took power after years of war.
Despite assurances of inclusion, violence and unrest have continued to threaten these historic communities.
Multiple violent incidents have erupted across the nation.
A fragile ceasefire between government and Kurds quickly failed, leaving civilians at risk and increasing fear among families.
“There is no dialogue between the Kurds and the governments which makes them fight together as they do not come to any agreement,”
said Sister Annie Demerjian.
She added
“We feel sad because the people are so tired after many, many years of war and conflicts and till now, the situation continues which is unacceptable.”
She urged
“We ask you to pray for the people in Syria, especially the people in Aleppo, those who are experiencing all kinds of fear, those who left their homes, and some who lost dear ones.”
Father Hugo Alaniz cautioned
“It appears that both sides are planning something bigger, according to the amount of bombing and gunfire we are hearing”
and noted
“There’s a lot of army around.”
Patriarch Yazigi encouraged
“We, as Christians in this land, are not asking to be protected. Together with our fellow citizens, we protect and build this land.”
This is a critical time for faith-filled believers everywhere to stand with Syria’s Christians.
Let us pray for peace, endurance, and the preservation of God-given freedoms in this ancient land.