(ma-COW) – As a recent fire took the lives of 161 people and destroyed several thousand homes, Hong Kong residents continue to mourn this great loss. Churches have been reaching out to meet felt needs in the fire-stricken community to provide for many as they seek to rebuild their lives. Pray that these who are hurting will not be forgotten but that believers will continue to reach out a helping hand and a word of hope. Ask the Lord to continue to use the gospel-sharing that has taken place to bring comfort to the hurting. Pray that this tragedy will cause many to turn to Jesus.