Prayer Alert: Mass Shooting on Fort Hood Army Base in Texas

URGENT PRAYER NEEDED: Mass Shooting on Fort Hood Army Base in Texas
by Aimee Herd : Nov 5, 2009 : FOX News.com
http://www.myfoxdfw.com/dpp/news/multiple_casualties_at_fort_hood
FOX News is reporting that at least 7 people have been murdered, and possibly over 20 wounded.

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Confirmed reports from media outlets say a mass shooting at the Fort Hood Army Base in Texas has caused an emergency lockdown, at least 7 have been murdered and over 20 have been wounded.

The shootings happened in the Soldier Readiness Center. And although the gunmen were said to be dressed in Army fatigues, it was not known whether or not they were actually soldiers.

There is reportedly one suspected shooter in custody and another on the loose, possibly a third.

The FBI reports that the shooting is not linked to terrorism. President Obama has been notified.

URGENT PRAYER FOR TWO WOMEN IN TEHRAN PRISON

VIGIL FOR MARYAM AND MARZIEH
London, 12th Sept. 2009
12:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Outside Iranian Embassy London

Dear Friends,

Maryam and Marzieh’s deteriorating health

Maryam and Marzieh have now been in prison in Tehran because of their Christian faith for over six months and their health is deteriorating. This is the most urgent matter for prayer – that the Lord heals them directly and miraculously for the glory of His name and their encouragement.

Both women are suffering from sore throats, irregular painful stomach aches and often intense head aches. Both have lost much weight during their ordeal, because of their sicknesses and lack of nutrition. Marzieh’s tooth infection is only being treated by painkillers and if the infection spreads could become critical.

Due to the overcrowding in the prison and the limited medical facilities, they have not received adequate treatment. There are also many other sick inmates and so there is a constant risk of picking up other viruses.

Regarding their case, the judge has said that they are ‘not cooperating’ meaning Maryam and Marzieh would not deny Christ but were faithful witnesses. The implication of his remark is that they continue to stay in prison. This is the normal punishment for female apostates: they are kept imprisoned until they recant. Please pray for this judge that he is either removed from the case or that he orders their release. Click here to follow their story.

On Saturday 12th there will be a vigil outside the Iranian embassy in London from 12.30 pm till 09.30 pm. The organizers (Iranian Christian Women) are asking for women to join them for a silent and prayerful vigil of support for Maryam and Marzieh. Those who come are asked to dress in white so there can be a powerful image sent to Iran’s leaders about the need for justice in this case.

Thank you for praying.

The Elam team