Christian Aid Prayers: Afghanistan

It is five years since the Taliban took over in Afghanistan and the opportunities for girls and women are very limited.  The Taliban has barred access to school for girls over 12, restricted travel without a male chaperone and brought in a law implying legal approval for child marriage. Around 28 million people also face extreme hardship and lack reliable access to basic necessities like food, clean water, and healthcare. "People are so overwhelmed by poverty and daily hardships that many have been forced to put their education, dreams, and hopes for the future aside," Ela from Kabul said. Christian Aid is still working there, through partners on the ground, in a very difficult situation by helping provide food assistance, essential health care, safe water, and protection services, especially for women and girls.  Please pray for a climate where all are given the opportunity to reach their full potential and all those working there as they support the vulnerable and oppressed.  Thank you.