Friday, August 18, 2006

I read this today on "Religion Today Summaries" and wanted to pass it on to you all. Things like this happen all the time and we seldom hear of it Would you please take a moment today and pray for this family? They didn't say anything further about the daughter so it is uncertain if she is alive or not.

Philippine Ministry Leader Killed in Ambush

Rev. Mocsin Lumimbang Hasim, leader of a ministry to Muslims in the Philippines, was killed in an ambush on June 3, according to Missions Insider. He was 49 years old. He and his daughter, Mercy, 21, were on their way home via motorcycle from a wedding that he officiated not far from his house. He was shot 19 times in the head, and Mercy was shot six times. Before his death, Hasim received threats to his life, as well as his wife and four children. His motorcycle, wallet and cell phone were not stolen during the ambush, but his Bible, notes, address book and other papers were taken. Hasim was a Muslim by birth, but became a Christian and started a ministry to his own people. Christian Aid recently had recently begun assisting the ministry. Hasim also led a church, which is still without a pastor. He also leaves behind a wife in need of food and medicine for her several physical problems, including diabetes, tuberculosis and a lung disorder.

1 comment:

leisa said...

I will pray for this family. It's so eye-opening to hear stories like this that remind us that there are Christian martyrs in this modern age.

Such sad stories...still hard for me to wrap my mind around what freedom we have here in America.

When I start getting panicky or nervous, I need to remember that my life is smooth. So easy and smooth...all things considered.