Democratic Republic of Congo - Foursquare Disaster Relief

The bloodiest conflict since World War II

6.3 million displaced in the Democratic Republic of Congo

For over two decades, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has suffered from relentless civil war, resulting in unspeakable violence and oppression. Especially targeting women, this violence perpetuates a cycle of endless suffering, displacing 6.3 million internally and forcing 1 million to flee the country. Approximately 6 million have died since 1996—a number many consider to be a vast understatement.

Alongside this conflict, the country faced a historic natural disaster in 2023: torrential rains causing the Congo River to swell, displacing around 500,000 people, including our Foursquare family.

There are 1,300 Foursquare Churches in the DRC. Foursquare Disaster Relief is providing resources and empowering them to offer relief while they support their nation through the ongoing crisis.

Foursquare Disaster Relief Response

Medical Aid

In 2023, FDR Medical conducted training for DRC medical professionals. The local team is now equipped with the skills necessary to conduct medical outreaches and respond effectively during acute crises.

Food Distribution

Led by Foursquare DRC, food distributions of rice, maize, oil, salt, and beans are being held in refugee camps to relieve the starvation that plagues thousands.

Ongoing Care

Foursquare DRC, under the leadership of national leader Apostle Constant Damba Onasaka, partners with Foursquare Disaster Relief to provide ongoing care for the community. Challenges are perpetual, thus the need for financial support persists.

From Foursquare DRC national leader, Apostle Constant Damba Onasaka:

As we have served thousands in the displacement camps here in Eastern DRC, I have witnessed the hand of God reaching people—miracles have happened. The gospel has permeated the camps and many have accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. There are so many needs, we must maintain a long-term vision for this ministry. Thank you for partnering with us.

How You Can Get Involved

Pray for Peace

Beyond material support, our collective plea is for peace—a cessation of the devastating violence. Our Foursquare family in the DRC is enduring immense suffering and loss. May our own intercession join with the prayers of the Congolese people, being both an answer to their cries and a partner in their vision for redemption.

Pray specifically for:

Healing + restoration for the physical and emotional wounds of those affected by violence and displacement in the DRC.
Empowerment and resilience for the local Foursquare church + leaders like national leader Apostle Constant, as they continue to minister to their communities amidst adversity.
Protection for humanitarian workers + volunteers as they provide aid and support in dangerous and challenging conditions.
Wisdom and guidance for leaders and decision-makers in the DRC, as well as the international community, to work towards sustainable peace and solutions to the ongoing crisis.
Comfort and strength for families who have lost loved ones, and provision for those who have been left without homes or livelihoods.
Unity and reconciliation among the diverse communities in the DRC, fostering a spirit of understanding and cooperation.
Justice for victims of violence and accountability for those responsible for human rights abuses in the DRC.
Hope and encouragement for the people of the DRC, that they may find resilience and courage in the face of adversity, and that they may see signs of progress and positive change in their nation.
Pray that people would come to Christ as they encounter the love of Jesus through Foursquare DRC ministry + that churches would be planted in the displacement camps.

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Tools to help rally your community

Pastors + leaders, please these resources to share with your church or community to partner with Foursquare Disaster Relief in responding to the crisis in DRC.