Ruidoso Fire

Emergency Wildfire Response for South Fork Fire: Prayers and Support Needed

In this urgent message, Bishop Michael Hunn addresses the ongoing South Fork Fire impacting Ruidoso, New Mexico, Ruidoso Downs, Alto, and the Mescalero Apache Nation. We share firsthand images from Lincoln County residents and update on evacuation efforts to Roswell, Artesia, and Carlsbad. We ask for prayers for affected communities and firefighters, and inform about the diocesan relief efforts led by Reverend Canon J. P. Arosa and Reverend Susan Pickett. Donations for wildfire relief can be made through our diocesan website. Join us in prayer for strength, courage, and rain to combat this devastating fire.

00:00 Introduction and Overview of the South Fork Fire

00:52 Evacuation and Immediate Impact

01:22 Call for Prayers and Support

01:41 Diocesan Relief Efforts

02:25 Current Status and Early Response

02:46 How to Help and Donate

03:12 Closing Prayers and Blessings