As we rejoice in Christ’s kingship and Annual Global Youth and Young Adults celebration today, our hearts remain deeply troubled by the ongoing kidnappings of innocent children across Nigeria. Many young ones remain missing, separated from their families, deprived of safety, and exposed to unimaginable fear. We unite our voices with grieving parents, distressed communities, and all Nigerians longing for peace.

At the same time, we remember the wider continent of Africa, where many nations continue to face violence, instability, hardship, and insecurity. We ask Christ the King, our Shepherd, Protector, and Prince of Peace, to stretch out His mighty hand over Nigeria and all of Africa: to defend the vulnerable, free the captives, heal wounded lands, and restore the dignity and safety of every child, every family, and every community.

May this celebration of Christ’s reign inspire us to work relentlessly for justice, healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace throughout our nation and across the African continent.

A PRAYER FOR NIGERIA, AFRICA, AND ALL KIDNAPPED CHILDREN

Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, You who welcomed children with tenderness and defended the vulnerable, we place before You all the kidnapped children across Nigeria and every nation in Africa where insecurity, conflict, and violence endanger Your sons and daughters. Surround them with Your protection, preserve their lives, and swiftly bring them back to their families unharmed.

Comfort the parents whose hearts are breaking, strengthen communities living in fear, and guide leaders and authorities across Africa to act with wisdom, courage, and integrity.

Lord, stretch forth Your hand over Nigeria and the entire African continent. Cast out every spirit of violence, corruption, and evil. Let Your peace reign in our homes, schools, roads, nations, and communities. Guard our youth and young adults, shield every family, and renew Africa with Your justice, mercy, and truth.

O Christ our King, restore safety to Nigeria and to all of Africa, that justice may flourish, peace may return, and Your light may shine in every land.Amen. 🙏🏽

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