Ethiopia: visiting the UK

9 July 2026

Chris and Suzy Wilson, who work with Christians to build peace across divides, ask for prayer for the family as Suzy and their three eldest children travel to the UK for four weeks and Chris and their youngest child (who cannot leave the country) stay in Addis. Pray for smooth travel and that Suzy and the three eldest children are able to rest alongside a busy schedule of time with family and church visits. Please pray that the youngest settles well while the rest of the family is away, and that he and Chris have a really good time together.

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