they're at it again

Today school was cancelled, non-profits were closed, and no one was allowed in or out of Capricorn during the morning and afternoon peak-travel times. The taxi protests are in full swing and our community was on lock-down today. 

Here are a few local news post about the Capricorn/Vrygrond protests:

http://www.enca.com/south-africa/burning-tires-vrygrond-protest

http://ewn.co.za/2015/10/14/Several-roads-closed-following-Vrygrond-protest

Here's what it looked like from inside the community (photos from a co-worker of mine who lives in Capricorn):

PLEASE PRAY FOR CAPRICORN

• Pray for peace in our community
• Pray that the taxi issues subside and all parties look out for what's best for the workers, those who use public transport and for the safety of all people in our area. 
• Pray that our school and non-profit can re-open so we can continue to serve and love on these children of Capricorn, and that those living inside Capricorn won't be trapped in by the violence. 
• Pray for those that have been traumatized by these events and need to cope in these surroundings. This is a HUGE prayer need ... and especially for the non-profit I serve part-time as we help children process and heal from traumatic events they face. 

DON'T WORRY ...

I'm fine and have been cautious in ministry today. I will keep you posted, but wanted my supporters to pray for this community that's in a vulnerable spot today.