COLOMBIA | JUL. 12, 2024 — Young People Vulnerable to Guerrilla Recruitment
COLOMBIA — Young People Vulnerable to Guerrilla Recruitment
Rodrigo and Astrid are concerned about their grandchildren, who have been targeted by Colombia's violent Marxist guerrillas.
Rodrigo and Astrid have planted eight churches in the region of Sucre, one of Colombia’s “red zones,” or dangerous areas controlled by guerrilla activity.
The guerrillas have extorted them, prohibited them from having services, issued curfews and threatened them. Their oldest grandson has a child with a guerrilla officer, and they fear for his life and the life of their 4-year-old great-granddaughter. Their 14-year-old grandson, who lives with them, has also shared his desire to join a guerrilla group, enticed through the promise of material gifts and financial incentives.
The couple request prayer for their family and for the other young people in their communities who are vulnerable to the guerrillas’ promises.