In response to the letter of the Presidium of the EMS and the rising violence in the Middle East and the growing threat to Lebanon the Gereja Masehi Injili di Halmahera (GMIH) shares a prayer for peace with all of us.

Let us pray:
Gracious and Loving God,
We come before You with heavy hearts, lifting the nation of Lebanon and all those affected by the turmoil in the Middle East. We pray for Your protection over the National Evangelical Church of Beirut, the Johann Ludwig Schneller School, the Near East School of Theology, and Rev. Dr. Habib Badr. Grant them strength, courage, and hope in these challenging times.
Lord, we seek Your divine intervention to bring about de-escalation in the region. Bestow wisdom and discernment upon the political and military leaders, guiding them towards paths of peace and reconciliation. May their hearts be moved towards diplomacy and dialogue, striving for a ceasefire and lasting peace.
We pray that governments worldwide may take bold and compassionate steps towards supporting peaceful resolutions. Inspire them to pursue courageous diplomacy, understanding, and cooperation to prevent further escalation and to promote healing and unity.
Almighty God, we ask You to touch the hearts of the EMS Fellowship member churches and all believers, so that we may join together in fervent prayer and action, working towards a world where peace prevails and Your love is manifest.
We pray in the name of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace. Amen.

Place of Issued : Tobelo, Indonesia
Date of Issued : 03 August 2024

EXECUTIVE BOARD GMIH SYNOD
Church President Rev. Dr. Demianus Ice, S.H., M.Th
Secretary Rev. Abram Ugu, S.Ag., M.Si