Ecuador: energy crisis, drug gangs and corruption

5 December 2024

Please lift up our people in mission in Ecuador, Sharon Wilcox, Beverley Cannon de Pinos and mission associate Johnny Pinos during a difficult time for the nation. Pray for President Daniel Noboa and his government as they try to manage the drought and energy crisis, and for new energy contracts with Colombia to be finalised this month. Please also pray for God’s protection over the people of Ecuador and for all those who continue to fight against violent drug gang crimes and corruption in the country.

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