Sunday, 01 Jun 2025

American pastor kidnapped in South Africa thanks God after being rescued

American pastor Josh Sullivan says his "personal relationship with Jesus" helped him survive terrifying kidnapping ordeal that he calls "the worst experience."


American pastor kidnapped in South Africa thanks God after being rescued

"I am deeply grateful to the thousands of people who prayed for me while I was in captivity. It was because of these prayers that God performed a miracle a few nights ago."

Sullivan asked for privacy, but said he would tell his "miraculous" story "when the time is right."HAWKS said an operation led by the agency "resulted in the successful rescue" of an American citizen, "reportedly a local pastor who had allegedly been kidnapped and held at a safe house in KwaMagxaki, Gqeberha, on 15 April 2025."

Elizabeth Pritchett contributed to this report.

you may also like

Beach days benefit mental health and well-being as visits provide 'sea therapy'
  • by foxnews
  • descember 09, 2016
Beach days benefit mental health and well-being as visits provide 'sea therapy'

Discover the benefits of sea therapy as experts highlight how beach visits can boost mental well-being, reduce stress and improve sleep through mindfulness and relaxation.

read more