I live in Wuhan, a city that the world now knows too well. At the convergence of the Han and Yangtze rivers, Wuhan has long been called the “heart of China.” It is here that three old cities—Hankou, Hanyang, and Wuchang—came together, and today we are one of China’s great industrial and commercial hubs.

But since the outbreak of COVID-19, everything feels different. The world’s eyes were on us, and though life has resumed with bustling markets and busy streets, there is an unseen heaviness that lingers. People smile again, but many carry quiet scars—loss, fear, and a deep longing for hope that no government or medicine can truly provide.

As a follower of Jesus in Wuhan, I feel the weight of this moment. In a nation with more than 4,000 years of history and incredible ethnic diversity, our people are searching for peace. Some turn to success or tradition, but many are silently hungry for truth. Even in the face of persecution, the family of Jesus is quietly growing. In homes, in whispered prayers, in hidden gatherings, the Spirit is moving.

We stand in a nation whose leaders dream of global power through the “One Belt, One Road” initiative, but I believe with all my heart that true renewal will only come when China bows before King Jesus. My prayer is that the blood of the Lamb would wash over Wuhan—the city once known for death and disease—and transform it into a place known for resurrection life.

- Pray for Healing and Comfort:
Ask Jesus to heal the hidden wounds left by COVID-19 in Wuhan—grief from loss, fear of the future, and scars of isolation. Pray for His peace to cover every heart. (Psalm 147:3)

- Prega per il risveglio spirituale:
Cry out for the people of Wuhan to see beyond fear and survival, and to hunger for the hope found only in Christ. Pray that the city once marked by sickness becomes known for revival. (John 14:6)

- Pray for Bold Witness:
Pray for followers of Jesus in Wuhan to share the Good News with wisdom and courage, even under pressure. Ask that their love and faith shine in a way that draws many to Christ. (Acts 4:29-31)

- Pray for the Next Generation:
Ask God to touch the hearts of Wuhan’s students and young professionals, that they would rise as a generation unashamed of Jesus, carrying His light into China and beyond. (1 Timothy 4:12)

- Pray for Transformation of Wuhan’s Identity:
Intercede for Wuhan to no longer be remembered as the city of the outbreak, but as a city of healing, resurrection, and new beginnings through Jesus Christ. (Revelation 21:5)