American pastor Josh Sullivan, who was abducted at gunpoint in South Africa, was rescued in a shootout that left three suspects dead. Sullivan, who has been living in South Africa with his family since 2018, was found unharmed near a safe-house where he had been held. His mother, Tonya Morton Rinker, expressed relief that her son was safely returned home. The church where Sullivan served, Fellowship Baptist Church, had asked for prayers following his kidnapping. South African police thanked the public, media, and international partners for their assistance in the successful rescue operation, and said they would continue to investigate the abduction. Sullivan’s family described him as an exceptional father, husband, and son, and expressed gratitude for his safe return. The incident has raised questions about the deployment of missionaries by the church, with some receiving malicious messages. Despite the challenges faced, Sullivan’s family and congregation have expressed thankfulness for his safe rescue and are looking forward to moving past this traumatic experience.
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