19th October 2026

Yesterday, Ukrainian forces launched more than 1,000 drones attacking oil infrastructure in St Petersburg and setting an export terminal and a depot ablaze in actions on Russia's oil infrastructure. The attack killed one person and wounded five others. In Ukraine, Russian attacks killed a woman and wounded at least two other people, including a six-year-old girl, in the city of Zaporizhzhia, Two apartment buildings, 18 cars and an educational institution were damaged as a result of the attack local officials said on yesterday.

Loving God, we reflect on the ongoing turmoil and violence between Ukraine and Russia.  We lift up both nations, asking for peace, healing, and reconciliation amidst death, destruction and strife. Wrap all who mourn into your loving care and place your healing hand upon all who are injured. Bring your peace to all who live in fear. Move among the international leaders that they will strive to bring the two nations together and find agreement for a lasting peace.  In the live of hte people of Ukraine and Russia we pray that your will shall be done as it is in heaven. In Jesus' name we pray.  Amen.

Syria and the World Bank Group have agreed to establish a multi-donor trust fund to support the country's economic recovery and reconstruction, the Syrian foreign affairs authority announced Sunday.  The Fund will use international finance to fund priority reforms, infrastructure rehabilitation and reconstruction programs. It will also provide investment guarantees, technical assistance and assist in building capacity, encouraging private investment whilst supporting sustainable economic development. Mohammed Yisr Barnieh, Syria's finance chief, said the agreement marked a new phase of cooperation with international partners, helping direct resources toward the country's recovery and reconstruction priorities.

King of kings, Lord of lords,

eternal God, majesty,

Jesus Christ,

you are my Saviour.

You are my friend.

You are my beginning and my end.

I bow before you in worship.

All I have and all I am I lay before you.

I love you and live to serve you.

Your love is faithful and true, and eternal.

In your love for the world you redeemed it.

My soul sings your praise.

King of kings, Lord of lords

Eternal God, majesty,

Jesus Christ,

you are my Saviour.

You are my friend.

Glory be to you.

May your name be lifted high.

Amen.