HONDURAN CHURCHES LAUNCH NATIONWIDE PRAYER FOR PEACEFUL NOVEMBER 30 ELECTIONS

With one week remaining before Honduras' general elections, evangelical and Catholic churches across the country have begun nationwide prayer gatherings and public appeals for peace, transparency and broad democratic participation ahead of the November 30 polls.

Church leaders say their goal is to help ensure a calm, violence free election and to encourage citizens to vote "consciously" across all 18 departments amid heightened public interest and concern over the legitimacy of the electoral process.

One of the largest mobilizations was organized by evangelical churches in Tegucigalpa under the call to guarantee "a civic celebration" free of violence. Mario Banegas, president of the Tegucigalpa Pastors Association, said the church regards voting as "an expression of brotherhood," adding "Hondurans are brothers, and we cannot be fighting, destroying one another."

Banegas urged a massive turnout on election day so the vote "may be a blessing to the nation." He confirmed that another prayer gathering is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, with participation expected from churches, ministries and delegations traveling from villages, settlements and rural areas across the country.

The first major prayer day was held November 22 as part of the churches' contribution to promoting a peaceful and democratic atmosphere. La Tribuna reported that the evangelical church "cries out for peace and democracy," calling for the election to proceed without incidents that could jeopardize the legitimacy of the results.

Catholic communities have launched similar efforts, with the Catholic Church beginning special prayer activities this week focused on "peace and transparency" as the election approaches.

Analysts note that faith based initiatives play an important role in Honduras' social fabric, especially in a country with a history of post electoral disputes. Church leaders emphasize that while they avoid direct partisan involvement, they remain committed to promoting civic responsibility grounded in Christian values.

TAKE ACTION

1. Pray for Honduras' November 30 elections asking God for peaceful voting, transparent counting, and acceptance of results without violence. Pray for protection of voters, poll workers, and church leaders promoting civic responsibility.
2. Support Honduran evangelical churches mobilizing prayer and civic engagement through organizations like Latin America Mission at latinamericamission.org. Fund ministries promoting peace and democratic participation grounded in Christian values.
3. Monitor election integrity by following reports from international observers and Honduran Christian organizations. Share verified information about electoral process to combat misinformation threatening peace and legitimate democratic outcomes.
4. Pray for church unity across evangelical and Catholic communities working together for national peace. Ask God to strengthen collaboration between Christian leaders promoting civic responsibility and violence free elections.
5. Support long term democratic strengthening in Honduras through Christian organizations building civil society and promoting good governance. Donate to ministries equipping believers as faithful citizens engaged in national transformation.