In the wake of a string of national tragedies that have stunned the country, the Zadok Ministers Fellowship, closely associated with Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill, has issued a call for nationwide healing, prayer, and justice. The religious body is urging Guyanese to respond to grief and violence not with division, but with unity, accountability and faith.
The call comes after the fatal shootings of 21-year-old Ronaldo Peters, 32-year-old Keon Fogenay and Dan Johnson in Linden, as well as the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, whose body was found in a hotel pool in Tuschen. The Fellowship expressed its deep condolences to the bereaved families and communities, and cited scripture as a guide through these painful moments.
Quoting the Gospel of Mark 12:31 — “You shall love your neighbour as yourself” — the statement emphasised the importance of compassion, collective healing, and moral responsibility. It also urged the rejection of all forms of evil, referencing 1 Thessalonians 5:22, which commands believers to “abstain from every form of evil.”
The Fellowship, which operates under the spiritual leadership Edghill, called for:
- Healing and solidarity to support grieving families and restore broken communities
- Fair and transparent justice, including a clear call to the Guyana Police Force to act with integrity, free from corruption
- Responsible civic and political leadership, marked by accountability, thoughtfulness, and a commitment to public safety
- Wise, people-centered decision-making, especially during this sensitive pre-election climate
Importantly, the Fellowship announced a National Day of Prayer on Sunday, April 27, 2025, urging all churches to dedicate part of their worship services to intercession for the nation. The group believes prayer is vital in overcoming the rising tide of fear, violence, and public distrust.
“These heartbreaking events remind us of the urgent need for prayer, healing, and unity within our society,” the statement read. “We are confident that evil will not succeed in Guyana, and God will triumph. We are better together.”
Citing 2 Corinthians 10:4 — “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds” — the Fellowship stressed the need for spiritual strength in confronting national crises.
