The World Communion of Reformed Churches calls on its member churches and partners to pray for the people of Myanmar, who continue to suffer under ongoing violence five years after the military seized power in a coup.

Fighting between the military junta and the People’s Defense Forces has intensified, particularly in regions dominated by Indigenous populations. Civilians bear the brunt of the conflict: families have been displaced, villages burned, and many people are no longer able to worship freely. Church buildings have been bombed or set on fire, deepening the trauma experienced by faith communities.

In a recent and tragic escalation, a hospital in a mission area of the Christian Reformed Church of Myanmar was bombed. More than 30 people, including patients and medical workers, were killed, and more than 80 others were seriously injured.

“The suffering of innocent people is unbearable,” said the Rev. Rolin San of the Christian Reformed Church of Myanmar. “Our people live in constant fear, yet they continue to hope and pray for peace, justice and dignity.”

The military junta is now preparing what many describe as a sham election in an effort to gain international legitimacy. Rather than easing tensions, the process has intensified fighting and airstrikes, particularly in ethnic areas. As violence continues, the number of refugees and displaced people grows daily, with churches and local communities striving to provide care amid limited resources.

The World Communion of Reformed Churches invites its global communion to pray for an immediate end to violence and for a just and lasting peace in Myanmar, for the protection of civilians, medical personnel and faith communities, for strength, healing and hope for those who are displaced, injured or grieving, and for courage and wisdom among leaders to choose dialogue, justice and reconciliation.

May God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding, sustain the people of Myanmar and strengthen all who work for justice and peace.