Communities We're Praying For
On December 14, 2025, a terrorist attack struck Sydney's Bondi Beach in Australia, claiming 15 lives during a Hanukkah celebration honoring the Jewish community, with dozens more injured and hospitalized in the aftermath. This tragedy, the deadliest terror incident in Australian history, has devastated families and communities across the nation. We hold in our hearts all those lost, their loved ones, and the survivors as they navigate this profound grief and loss.
A Prayer for Affected Communities
Heavenly Father, we praise You for Your unwavering faithfulness, Your infinite compassion, and Your sovereignty over all darkness. We come before You with broken hearts for Australia as our nation grieves the tragedy at Bondi Beach, where fifteen precious lives were stolen during a Hanukkah celebration. We lift up the families shattered by loss, the wounded crying out for healing, the children trembling with fear, and the first responders bearing witness to unimaginable pain. Comfort the medical teams tending the injured, strengthen our leaders seeking justice, and unite our communities in love. Jesus Christ, pour out Your healing balm. Holy Spirit, bind up our wounds. Though evil struck at Bondi Beach, we trust in Your promise that You are close to the brokenhearted. Our hope rests in You alone.
In Jesus-Christ's name we pray. Amen!
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