World Vision staff murdered in Pakistan

We just received this email letter from Rich Stearns of World Vision:

Dear Friend,

It is with a sad heart that I write to you about a terrible loss to the World Vision family in Pakistan. Six staff members were killed in a brutal and senseless attack on our offices north of the capital city of Islamabad. Additionally, eight employees were hospitalized with injuries after the unprovoked assault by gunmen. Four of the staff have been released from the hospital.

Our work in Pakistan is conducted by local citizens. We remember those staff who died as dedicated workers seeking to improve the lives of people affected by poverty and disasters. World Vision has temporarily suspended our operations in Pakistan. Due to the instability in the country, we currently do not offer sponsorship there. However, we remain committed to helping children, families, and communities through relief work in Pakistan.

We are relying on the strength of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Spirit at this time and ask you to join us in praying for the families of our staff members in Pakistan and the people they serve.


In Christ,


Rich Stearns
President, World Vision U.S.


P.S. Please check in with www.worldvision.org for updates as we learn more.