Syrian Crisis Four years of suffering

It’s four years since the conflict in Syria erupted and today it’s the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. More than 200,000 people have been killed and 11.5 million have fled their homes – equivalent to half the country’s population.ha As people continue to seek a safe place to escape from the fighting, Tearfund’s partners are providing food, help with shelter, clothing, stoves and hygiene goods. Eventually, we hope to help refugees return to their homes. SYRIA

Hiba’s story When Sleiman died in a bomb blast in the Syrian city of Homs, his wife Hiba was left to bring up their young son Jamal. Their living conditions deteriorated and hunger became a big issue as they only had one meal a day. Since being linked up with a Tearfund partner, we have been supplying Hiba and Jamal with food. Gradually, they are regaining their strength and vitality.

Staff from a Tearfund partner preparing food supplies for distribution to the most vulnerable displaced families

“The L ORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The L ORD is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?” Psalm 27:1 (NIV)

PRAYER POINTS Please keep praying for an end to the Syria conflict and a restoration of peace and order Pray the Lord’s comfort for those displaced who are living in harsh conditions with few facilities Pray for the emotional recovery of those who’ve been through harrowing experiences of war Give thanks for the work of Tearfund partners supporting the vulnerable, orphans and widows