A sense of unease lingers on the streets of Mandalay. As Myanmar’s second-largest city, it should be vibrant and lively, but now it lies under the shadow of war.
Since the military coup in February 2021, which overthrew the democratically elected government, the people of Myanmar have been caught in a harrowing struggle, facing both civil war and the ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many missionaries were forced to temporarily withdraw. In July 2023, we returned to Myanmar with our mission partners and established a student center, launching a youth ministry in Mandalay. From obtaining residency permits to renovating the facility, enrolling students, and hosting the grand opening, all the preparation work was completed within just three months—a testament to God’s abundant grace.
While we were still rejoicing in the joy of “crossing the Jordan River,” challenges began to mount: the outbreak of war in Lashio, Myanmar’s conscription orders, inflation, and shortages of fuel and electricity directly impacted our plans to expand the student center. As rumors of war spread, staff morale wavered, and students struggled to focus on their studies.
When everything turns out differently from what we envisioned, we ask for your prayers. Please also remember the missionaries serving across Myanmar, praying that the Lord will guide and sustain them personally.
Today, we invite readers of Mission Pathway to scan the QR code to read the latest prayer updates from missionaries Guangfu and Wei Yi. (Content in Chinese)
Please take a moment to write down a prayer:
