LUFKIN, Texas — Twelve members of the Harmony Hill Baptist Church in Lufkin have been stuck in Niger since last week.
The church is hosted a time of prayer Monday night at 2708 S Chestnut St in Lufkin.
According to the Associated Press, soldiers announced they overthrew Niger's democratically elected president last week and the country's land and aerial borders have been closed.
They are expected to hold service every night until their team is home safe.
"We ask the public to join us in praying for the people of Niger, the safe and speedy return of our team, and for the families awaiting their return," Todd Core said.
The church members have been in Niger since July 21 and are asking for thoughts and prayers from the community.