In the link below, one of the natural disasters, The Late Antique Little Ice Age, AD 535–660, began with severe volcanic explosions, which led to a mini-ice age and the rise of Islam. Other mini-ice ages have occurred which were also preceded by a series of extraordinary worldwide volcanic eruptions, especially in the Pacific Rim of Fire.
http://listverse.com/2017/06/06/top-10- ... sequences/
Looking at the pattern of steep solar minimums, there seems to be a relationship between the times of solar minimums and extreme volcanism, which can lead to global cooling and mini-ice ages. Could we be heading for a mini-ice age as was seen during the years of AD 535 to 660? Will the Faith survive? Are these the times of which Christ spoke and aid that the faith of many will grow cold preceding the Second Coming of Christ?
Persevere in the faith by unceasing prayers.