‘It is unconscionable that this devastating war is entering its third year with no sign of resolution. We all know, but it is worth repeating, civilians continue to bear the brunt of escalating violence…’

Mona Rishmawi (UN Fact-Finding Mission for Sudan)

Sunday 19 October

Spend a moment in silent reflection before praying for the silencing of guns in Sudan. We continue to call for full, immediate and comprehensive ceasefire; for the restoration of peace with justice.

Monday 20 October

Both the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have attacked places of worship since the war began in April 2023. This is especially concerning since they often double as places of refuge for displaced civilians. Pray urgently against any further attacks on churches, mosques and all places of worship or refuge.

Tuesday 21 October

On 8 July, dozens of extremists demolished buildings belonging to a Pentecostal church in Khartoum. They were accompanied by members of the SAF and police officers. This is just one example of the intentional attacks on vulnerable religious communities, which both sides of the war continue to commit. Pray for the community impacted by this recent attack in Khartoum, and for the protection of religious and ethnic minorities across Sudan.

Wednesday 22 October

Ask God to guard and sustain all who have been displaced in Sudan or fled the country. May the scattered Church find strength, knowing that no one can take away their identity as the people of God. ‘And you are living stones that God is building into his spiritual temple. What’s more, you are his holy priests.’ (1 Peter 2:5a NLT)

Thursday 23 October

There has been a sharp rise in sexual and gender-based violence during the conflict, reported by the UN Fact-Finding Mission for Sudan. Ask God to bring physical and emotional healing, and to ensure that justice is served for the abuses suffered predominantly by women and girls.

Friday 24 October

On United Nations Day today, we pray that this organisation would work towards a peaceful future for Sudan and continue to expose human rights violations in this ‘forgotten war’. Give thanks for the work of the Fact-Finding Mission for Sudan and pray that the vital evidence they have gathered will lead to the perpetrators of war crimes being held to account.

Saturday 25 October

Today marks four years since Burhan and Hemedti (leaders of the SAF and RSF) committed their coup, which derailed Sudan’s civilian-led transition to democracy. Pray that these two warring generals will be stopped and held to account for their crimes.

Find out more at csw.org.uk/sudan

‘We are deeply grateful to the Sudanese survivors and civil society who have entrusted us with their stories. We are working tirelessly to honour that trust and amplify their voices.’

Mohamed Chande Othman (Chair of the UN Fact-Finding Mission for Sudan)

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