MARCH 2023 PRAYER POINTS
SPECIAL PRAYER: In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. (Philippians 1:4-5)
Heavenly Father, we thank you that the work of growing the kingdom is yours, and that you have graciously made us your co-workers in this task. May we daily acknowledge your Lordship by praying to you, the Lord of the harvest. We ask that your kingdom will come and that your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. In the name of the Lord Jesus, Amen.
Sunday 19 – Middle East
Pray with Morgan and Olivia that their church would be bold to invite people to join, and that many would respond to the gospel at Easter services. Give thanks with John and Deb for their ‘Movement Day’ conference (4 March) and pray that God would bear fruit in their city through those who attended. Praise God with Elizabeth that she has returned to location, and pray that God will give her new opportunities to serve. Pray with Karen as a lot of people return to Japan, while many other Japanese are arriving in the Middle East. Ask God for opportunities to link those returning with believers in Japan. Pray with Ray and Sandy that God may give joy in leadership and in gospel preaching and teaching.
Monday 20 – CMS Australia
Thank God for the CMS-A office team who continue to serve missionaries in many locations. Ask and thank God for safety for Regional Mission Directors as they encourage workers on pastoral visits, including Peter Sholl’s recent visit to North Australia and the Pacific, and Elizabeth Richards’ current pastoral visit to Europe.
Tuesday 21 – East Asia and Taiwan
Pray with E that as she continues her studies, the situation with work visas in East Asia will remain in God’s guiding hand. Pray with L in times of change, that her trust will be in the Lord. Pray with D and T for continuing joy in his service. Thank God with Sam and Shan-Shan Chrisp for the recent CEF Bible camp and pray that God’s Spirit would train people to read their Bibles well.
Wednesday 22 – Japan
Pray with Matt and Jen Lim for the spring holiday Hi-B.A. camps—that many school students would hear the good news about Jesus. Pray that Matt and Bex Ooi would express the love of God to all around them and that God would provide opportunities to make connections, including connections for the kids at school, and a good introduction into the SEND Japan team. Give thanks with Dave and Beck McIntyre for the end of the school year and pray for Natasha (finished primary school) and for Mitch (going on to grade 5). Pray for wisdom for Steve and Sandra Parsons as they assist their adult children with adjusting to life in Australia. Praise God with Adam and Helane Ramsay for Ellie’s graduation from Japanese primary school, and ask for God’s blessing on the kids’ program they are running for a Church Planting Team in Tokyo.
Thursday 23 – Japan
Thank God with Kellie Nicholas for KGK National Evangelical students Training (NET). Pray that students will use what they have learnt to lead others well in their block and campus groups. Pray with Elle Bryce that, through the language barrier, Elle will begin building a great relationship with the regional and national KGK staff and prepare well for language school which begins next month. Pray with Dene and Rachel Hughes for patience in the household and stamina in ministry. Pray with Chenny Thie for fruitful deputation visits to Unichurch FOCUS and St Paul’s Anglican Church Chatswood. Thank God with Nathan and Maki Clapham for the KGK NET, and pray for students as they serve in their local churches. Pray with Roger and Noriko Dethlefs for Spring KGK camps, especially for students graduating in March.
Friday 24 – Vanuatu, PNG and Solomon Islands
Thank God with Matt and Ellen Tyler that they have settled in to SILA Bible translation training and have completed a four-week intensive. Pray with Joel and Tiffanie Atwood for the integration of second and third year education students into the National University of Vanuatu (NUV) student group. Pray also that God will draw together different churches on Tongoa and Emae Islands for preaching training. Pray with Keith and Marion Birchley for ministry apprentices Joey and Juliette, to work out a rhythm in their ministry weeks. Pray that students will increasingly take initiative while the Birchleys remain in Brisbane on medical leave. Pray with David Pettett that students will rejoice with joy in God’s kindness at his grace.
Saturday 25 – North Australia
Pray with Chris and Karen Webb for plans for services over Easter, that the good news will be clearly proclaimed. Give thanks with Matt and Lisa Pearson as the church gathers to hear and learn from God’s voice in Kunwinjku (while cut off from the world due to flooding). Pray with Josh and Steph Mackenzie for their family as they establish and settle into new schooling routines. Praise God with Zoe Creelman for four young people in Ngukurr who have recommitted themselves to Christ and are wanting to kick some old habits. Pray with Matt and Kate Vinicombe that God would give them and their families deep peace as they seek wisdom for their next steps during the health challenges they continue to face. Pray with Geoff and Hannah Harper for those planning to attend Katherine Christian Convention next month—the first in two years. Pray that it would be a time of growth and encouragement, and for safety for all who travel to attend.
Sunday 26 – North Australia
Praise God with Ian and Jenny Wood for their Home Assignment, visiting churches and catching up with people who have been praying. Pray for visits to Windsor and Wentworthville over the next month. Pray with Derek and Rosemary Snibson for those who voluntarily attend the Darwin Correctional Centre for weekly Bible studies and monthly services, that God’s Spirit would kindle resilient faith and transformation. Pray with Simon and Claire Koefoed as they work with Groote Eylandt church leaders in ministry support for the short and medium term. Pray with Co-Mission Partners Mandy Manggurra, James Woods, and Marlene Andrews that their ministry in local communities would be characterised by joy in the Holy Spirit.
Monday 27 – Chile, Bolivia and Peru
Pray with Malcolm and Ainsley Purdey that their children would start the school year well, and cope with language and making friends after a long summer break. Pray with Frances Cook for Anglican seminary CEP which has begun the year with very low numbers, under a new principal, Bishop Nelson Ojeda. Pray with Chris and Stef Overhall for Chris’s classes at CEP, that CEP students will grow in their knowledge and understanding as Chris teaches Hebrews and Biblical Theology. Pray also for MOCLAM students and courses starting in March. Pray with Nick and Kysha Davies that churches would prioritise studying the Bible as they ramp up their programs for 2023. Thank God with Adrian and Anita Lovell for the chance to reconnect with some link churches this month, and give great thanks for daughter Maya’s Australian visa approval! Pray for Co-Mission Partner Álex (and Karina) Córdova that God would grant them joy in Alex’s work of training leaders.
Tuesday 28 – Uruguay, Argentina and Ecuador
Pray with Amy Stephens for a smooth transition back into life and ministry in Argentina. Pray with Martin and Julie Field for encouraging times at link churches. Pray with Peter and Terry Blowes for the ABUA Buenos Aires kick-off camp, 31 March to 2 April. Pray too for Peter and Ricardo teaching from Colossians; that this will be a great unifier and stimulant for active gospel ministry on a growing number of campuses in Buenos Aires this year. Thank God with Pedro and Joy Oliveira Woolmer for the staff and students of the CBU who desire to see Uruguayan university students know Jesus. Pray for gospel focus and bold Christian witness at the start of the academic year in Uruguay. (For Brian and Sarah Haro Leon, see Day 10)
Wednesday 29 – CMS Partners
Thank God for many CMS Partners in different locations. Pray for wisdom for those who make decisions concerning the Mission Support Fund, so that funds are distributed to those who would most benefit.
Thursday 30 – CMS Branches
NSW & ACT: Praise God for Jesus’ death and resurrection that has brought us salvation! As the Easter season approaches, pray that the gospel will be faithfully preached in churches across NSW & ACT, and that more may come to live for the risen King.
QNNSW: Pray for the upcoming MELT Youth Camp (21 -23 April), that many young people would be challenged as they learn about cross-cultural mission.
SANT: Praise God for the first ever Top End Global Conference that took place in Darwin on 18 March. Pray that attendees will consider their part in God’s global mission. Pray for deep, strong partnership between individuals, churches and missionaries in the Northern Territory.
TAS: Give thanks with CoMPs Bryan and Sarah Haro Leon for their time of preparation at St Andrew’s Hall. Give thanks for K’s time in Tasmania and her safe arrival back to her location in South Asia.
VIC: Continue to pray that we can extend our total number of CMS VIC missionary individuals or families to 24 by 2024.
WA: Pray for Wei-Han Kuan (CMS VIC Director) as he prepares to speak at the WA July Missions Conference.
Friday 31 – CMS Fellowship
Thank God for the ministries and lives of those who have recently completed service with CMS, and ask that God will continue to use them in his service and for his glory. Pray this month for his blessing upon Daniel and Kate Morris and thank God that Daniel has taken on a new role with CMS NSW & ACT. Ask that God may inspire others to go as missionaries, or support those who do so. Give thanks for the lives of former CMS missionaries Glennyce Mychael (Tanzania) and Christine Demmer (Pakistan).
APRIL 2023 PRAYER POINTS
SPECIAL PRAYER: For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. (1 Corinthians 2:2)
Thank you Father for the crucifixion and resurrection of our Lord Jesus, accomplished for the salvation of those who trust him. May the gospel of repentance from sin and turning to Christ reach many at Easter time and beyond, so that we may rejoice together in a world that knows Jesus. Amen.
Saturday 1 – South Africa and Namibia
Pray with Daniel and Olivia Webster for Olivia, that she might have opportunities to share the gospel with fellow staff members at the Women’s Health service. Pray with Nathan and Diane Lovell for productivity and safe travel for Nathan (to Kigali, Rwanda for GAFCON) and Diane (to Mongu, Zambia for Bible translation work) this month. Pray with Co-Mission Partner Thulisile Mabe for continued spiritual growth amongst the women she ministers to. Thank God with Kylie Zietsch for women who are being trained in mentoring, discipleship and Bible study. Ask God that power and water supplies at JBC will remain steady. Continue to pray with Mike and Karen Roe for mutually uplifting times for them and partner churches, as they reconnect and share of God-at-work in his world.
Sunday 2 – Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya
Pray with Mike and Katie Taylor that they would be joyful in ministry, with a growing confidence that God’s Holy Spirit will bring life through Jesus’ words. Pray with Arthur and Tamie Davis for Arthur and other TAFES Tanzania staff, as they create a manual for staff training. Give thanks with Andrew and Margaret Newman for the joy of seeing the Lord powerfully growing his gospel in the lives of people in their link parishes. Pray for rest and rejuvenation in their week of leave beginning tomorrow. Pray with Norm and Janelle Gorrie that during a time of crippling drought and famine people might turn to God. Pray also for the School of Mission and Discipleship to equip people well for follow-up. Thank God with Anna Radkovic for opportunities to talk about God’s mission with churches across Victoria. Pray that she would prepare well, and be an encouragement and challenge to the churches she visits.
Monday 3 – North Africa, DR Congo, Seychelles and Ethiopia
This Ramadan, pray that M will be a faithful witness to the living water that satisfies. Give thanks with David and Jenny Juniper for the opportunity they have this month to hug some of their grandchildren after 18 months of ‘FaceTime’. Pray with Ryan and Lynn Verghese for wisdom for Archbishop James Wong as he leads the Province of the Indian Ocean amidst tensions in the global Anglican communion. Thank God with Co-Mission Partners Anwar Berhe and Tsigereda Atankir for continued gospel growth in Ethiopia, and pray for God’s peace to prevail.
Tuesday 4 – Singapore, Timor-Leste and Philippines
Give thanks with Marty and Jenny Foord for a recent pastors’ conference. Pray for wisdom, grace and energy as the Foords deal with complex pastoral situations, that they will point others to God’s grace in all they say and do. Thank God with Ian and Narelle Hadfield for the events of Easter, and the opportunity that this season brings to deliver the good news to lots of people. Pray with Christopher and Julie Dean that the Lord Jesus would be preached with power, in his atoning death and glorious resurrection, throughout EPCTL congregations this Easter. Pray with Chris and Grace Adams for their children, Micah and Emily, dealing with new things and changes during Home Assignment in Australia. Pray with Howard and Michelle Newby that children and youth will be allowed and encouraged to attend gospel programs with the message ‘Jesus is Lord’.
Wednesday 5 – South East Asia
Pray with K for the opening of the ‘coffee counter’ at their language centre, that it may provide a good space to make meaningful connections with students. Thank God with J for his provision and enabling of the language centre team thus far this term, both in the English teaching program and in development of relationships with students. Thank God with L and C for a safe arrival to their location, and pray that God would provide for their needs as they set up home. Pray that they would meet people (preferably non-believers) who could help with language learning. Pray with N for good results from her medical scans this month. Praise God with I for the many years given to her to serve in her location. Pray that she will finish up well at the university as she prepares to take a longer Home Assignment in Melbourne to care for her parents. Pray with Malcolm and Leanne for students travelling to their villages to celebrate Easter, for safety and good relationships with their families.
Thursday 6 – Cambodia
Pray that Tim and Olivia Mulherin may know the best way to use their limited family time when their children are not at school. Pray with Maggie Crewes as she and the staff take girls home to their families and settle others into new jobs. Pray that the girls will hear about and experience God’s love and care in the future. Thank God with Jeremy and Jill Horrocks for opportunities to share with link churches in world mission. Pray that God will prepare hearts this Easter as all remember the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross, and his glorious resurrection. Pray with Matthew and Melissa Lindfield Seager that Khmer people would ask Jesus to take away their sin and shame, and that they would worship the true God, rather than family ancestors or worldly treasures.
Friday 7 – Cambodia
Pray with Maurice and Amanda Jacobson, as their students return to villages for term break—that they will be salt and light to their family, neighbours and friends. Thank God with Dave and Leoni Painter for continuing progress in the Khmer ‘Fount of Wisdom’ translation of the New Bible Dictionary. Pray with Craig and Samantha McCorkindale that as Cambodians celebrate Khmer new year, that Khmer Christians would be a witness to true new life in Christ.
Saturday 8 – South East Asia
Pray with Julie for continuing peace in the Lord’s purposes for her, and those around her. Praise God with Rebekah for opportunities to meet local pastors, as they consider urban mission from a biblical perspective. Pray with Jon and Deborah that God would draw many to himself during Ramadan. Pray that Christians would be intentional about being salt and light during this time. Give thanks with Josh and Nici for progress in language learning. Pray that they would have a blessed first family break on location over the school holidays.
Sunday 9 – South East Asia
Pray for Nick and Rebekah to settle well into their new city. Pray with Andrew Buchanan and Abi Tandiseru that the risen Christ will be glorified in churches throughout Indonesia today. Pray for Rowan as he adjusts to being in Australia for Home Assignment, and as he prepares for deputation over coming months. Pray with Chris and Erin for physical, emotional and spiritual protection as they seek to witness to those around them, especially their language teacher.
Monday 10 – Development and Training
Give thanks with W and S for the lovely Arabic church they are attending in Melbourne. Pray for encouragement for brothers and sisters at the church, some facing great challenges living in Australia. Pray that Adam and Avril Friend might develop good relationships with future mission partners, and that they might keep growing in humility and wisdom as they consider the opportunities of theological education in Africa. Thank God with Lauren Raiter for the partnership application process with Australian Presbyterian World Mission, and the prayerful support partners this will bring. Thank God with Co-Mission Partners Bryan and Sarah Haro Leon for opportunities to prepare for gospel ministry in Ecuador. Mentac: Give thanks for the Peace Tent ministry in Sydney during Ramadan, and pray for fruitful follow-up, that the Lord will bring people to saving faith.
Tuesday 11 – Spain and Malta
Thank God with Jim and Tanja French for Easter opportunities to share Jesus with friends, neighbours and their church in Valencia. Give thanks with Miriam Bradshaw for God’s faithfulness to his promises from generation to generation. Pray with Chris and Kristy Galea for the beginnings of a new partnership with Knisja Evangelika Trinita, and for direction in how best to serve this church.
Wednesday 12 – Italy and Germany
Pray with Simon and Jess Cowell for family preparations to return to Australia on Home Assignment at the start of May. Pray with Jason and Hannah Fairclough for the GBU Festa (national conference); that God would transform the hearts and lives of students through his Word. Give thanks with Co-Mission Partner (CoMP) Andrea (and Geanne) Becciolini for a healthy pregnancy so far and for the love shown by the local church. Pray for ever-increasing fruit of the Spirit in the midst of stress and tiredness. Thank God with Gillian Law that GBU Rome was able to do ‘The Mark Drama’ just before Easter. Pray for the students who acted to keep growing in their love of Jesus, and pray that the people who attended will keep investigating the gospel. Thank God with Klaus and Jude Hickel for individuals and families who continue to show interest in the church and the gospel. Pray with CoMP Jotham Booker for God’s spirit to grant ongoing peace in him and others, through the preaching of the gospel.
Thursday 13 – France and Slovenia
Pray with Karina Brabham that Christians in France would be filled with joy at the good news of God’s grace through Jesus. Pray with Colin and Catherine Puffett as they join a three-night cycling camp, with an element of spiritual retreat, later this month. Pray for receptiveness to the gospel. Thank God with Josh and Susannah Apieczonek for time together to recharge and see old friends on holidays as a family. Thank God with Co-Mission Partners Bostjan and Lidija Cifer for God’s continuing faithfulness in difficult times, and pray that they may cast their anxieties on him.
Friday 14 – Eurasia, Belgium and The Netherlands
Pray with J and P for Eurasia, and many who have come together to support and help rebuild lives and cities following the earthquake in the region. Pray for P, that her CELTA course will equip her well for teaching English as a second language. Pray with R for wisdom in working out her visa and other steps for her return to Eurasia. Pray for a good end to semester, for the new Anglican service they will be co-leading in their village, and preparation for Home Assignment. Praise God with Michael and Rani Grivas-Allison for opening the door to arrive in Brussels! Ask that God would provide for their needs as they settle. Pray with Howard and Patricia Spencer for God’s peace to prevail during busy times. Give thanks with David and Cathie Sandifer for a new president for Tyndale Seminary, and for encouraging responses to classes.
Saturday 15 – South Asia
Give thanks and pray with Bruce and Libby Hayes for refreshment and rich fellowship with God at staff gatherings in Pokhara, and Kathmandu this month. Pray with Co-Mission Partners (CoMPs) Sam and Sharmila Budhathoki that they may be able to meet with friends and supporters in Australia in the near future. Pray with CoMPs Jiwan and Binita that they will share the peace of God which passes all understanding with those around. Give thanks with Gordon and Ruth Russell for Nepali counterparts who are learning to take over Gordon and Ruth’s work roles. Pray with CoMPs Ashish Christian and Karuna Sharma that they will cast all their anxieties on him and help those around them to do likewise.
Sunday 16 – South Asia and Central Asia
Pray with A that during the Ramadan ‘night of power’, many will pray for their sins to be forgiven. Ask for trust in Jesus, the one who can forgive sins and assure eternal life. Pray with E that there would be good ways to connect with friends during the fasting month in her location. Thank God with M and K for Easter and the hope it gives them. Pray for good gospel conversations in their community arising from Easter. Pray with K for deepening relationships and friendships with neighbours in her building. Pray with J and S for God to reveal himself to people within their community during Ramadan.
Monday 17 – Middle East and South Asia
Pray with J for the many people in the region affected by the recent earthquakes, that they might find their security, comfort and hope in Jesus. Pray with S and M for good relational times with friends, giving way to conversations that bring hope and comfort in the Lord Jesus during Easter and Eid celebrations. Pray with Dan and Marg that as Arab Christians celebrated Easter this weekend (following the Orthodox calendar), the reminder would result in many people finding forgiveness and new life in Christ. Pray with Malcolm and Charissa Forrest that their son Toby would enjoy his last few weeks of school and finish well. Pray with Derk and Susan for the young men to whom Susan teaches Christian Studies. May the Spirit convict and challenge them to look to Christ. Thank God with Co-Mission Partners Tim and Sam for recent opportunities to preach and speak God’s word.
Tuesday 18 – Middle East
The dates of Ramadan and Easter ‘collided’ this month; so pray with C that Jesus would visit many in dreams and visions, and that this would stir up a restlessness and desire to seek the Jesus of Easter. Pray with J for believers in Muslim families to be strengthened during Ramadan. Pray with S and P for their church’s witness during Ramadan. Thank God with B for M and S, and pray they will experience the conviction of God’s Holy Spirit. Pray with M for good spiritual conversations during ‘Eid’ visits. Pray with Craig and Lisse for their visit with Darling Street Anglican in Rozelle, that this would be of mutual encouragement.
Wednesday 19 – Middle East
Give thanks with Morgan and Olivia for the five men working towards eldership in their church. Pray that the Lord would continue to work powerfully in and through them and their families. Pray with John and Deb for their church, which needs to decide on a new site for the launch of new services in September. Thank God with Elizabeth for the Easter services and the many seeds that were sown. Pray with Karen for new contacts as new people arrive in the Middle East. Pray also for good follow up and connections as Karen visits Japan for two weeks at the end of April. Pray with Ray and Sandy for grace and peace in daily life and ministry.
Thursday 20 – CMS Australia
Thank God for the recent Communications Consultation at St Andrew’s Hall. Pray that it might result in clear, engaging and inspiring communication with CMS supporters around Australia and beyond. Pray that God would provide wisdom, safety and energy for Elizabeth Richards, Peter Sholl and Chris Mitchell as they make pastoral visits to Africa and the Middle East this month, and for Glen Turner visiting South East Asia in early May.
Friday 21 – East Asia and Taiwan
Pray with E that her current study will lead to many good and wise conversations about the gospel now and in the future. Pray with L that opportunities for speaking gospel peace will present themselves daily. Pray with D and T for peace and stability in ministry in their current circumstances, and as they look to the future. Pray with Sam and Shan-Shan Chrisp for God’s guidance as the CEF national staff team gather for planning and prayer.
Saturday 22 – Japan
Pray with Matt and Jen Lim for Theo as he begins at their local Japanese primary school: for good support, especially with the language barrier. Pray that Matt and Bex Ooi grow in their love for Japanese people, and continue to trust in God’s timing as they initiate new relationships. Pray with Dave and Beck McIntyre as they settle into a new school year at church and at school, that they would keep their eyes on Jesus. Praise God with Steven and Sandra Parsons for technology that allows them to serve in Japan from Australia (short-term), as they face family-related matters. Thank God with Adam and Helane Ramsay for the transition back to ministry in Japan following Home Assignment.
Sunday 23 – Japan
Pray with Kellie Nicholas that new first-year uni students would be well integrated into campus groups and block meetings, and that the Hyogo block committee would serve faithfully. Pray with Elle Bryce that she settles into a good routine with full-time language study in Kyoto, and that she will take opportunities to share the gospel with her classmates. Pray with Dene and Rachel Hughes that they may experience and communicate the peace of God to students within KGK. Thank God with Chenny Thie for Home Assignment in Sydney. Pray for her commissioning service in April and preparations to go back to Japan. Give thanks with Nathan and Maki Clapham for student camps as the academic year begins. Pray with Roger and Noriko Dethlefs that as the academic year gets under way, KGK students will contact and invite first year students to introductory KGK events.
Monday 24 – Vanuatu, PNG and Solomon Islands
Thank God with Matt and Ellen Tyler for their family being settled into routines. Pray that God would be raising up Christian leaders in Vanuatu who love the Bible. Praise God with Joel and Tiffanie Atwood for the first-year students leading the new Emalus Christian Fellowship group at the University of the South Pacific. Pray for wisdom for Tiff, as she develops Bislama children’s resources for their church. Thank God with Keith and Marion Birchley for the TSCF National Student conference held in Port Moresby over the Easter weekend. Pray for National Director (Pastor Tom Lepatu) and others following up from the Conference. Pray for Keith with medical procedures occurring before they return to PNG. Pray for strength for David Pettett, teaching a very heavy load of classes after a delayed return to college. Give thanks for a larger student body, who are keen to learn.
Tuesday 25 – North Australia
Thank God with Chris and Karen Webb for the Trinity Bible College (Perth) students, who spent a week experiencing and learning about ministry among Aboriginal people in Broome and the Kimberley. Pray with Matt and Lisa Pearson for ongoing good distribution of printed resources and Bible activity booklets, which were designed for use before, during, and after Easter. Pray with Josh and Steph Mackenzie for Bible studies they are co-facilitating with local leaders: that God would strengthen all involved to live faithfully for Jesus. Pray with Zoe Creelman for the Katherine Christian Convention, that logistics would run smoothly and that God would be glorified. Pray with Matt and Kate Vinicombe for continued physical healing, and thank God for those who are caring for them and their children. Pray with Geoff and Hannah Harper for safety, peace, and protection in daily gospel ministry.
Wednesday 26 – North Australia
Praise God with Ian and Jenny Wood for a chance to take a break at the end of March. Pray for Illawarra ‘Mission Connect’ at the beginning of May, that it would be a stimulus to thinking about global mission. Pray with Derek and Rosemary Snibson for Aboriginal Christians to be encouraged in faith, perseverance and mission as many take part in the Katherine Christian Convention this weekend. Pray with Simon and Claire Koefoed for Claire, who will be co-facilitating workshops for an ‘early years’ education resource in the Murrinhpatha language. Pray that significant gaps in NT ministry personnel and supporting workers will be filled. Pray for Co-Mission Partners Mandy Manggurra, James Woods, and Marlene Andrews, that God would enable them to share his peace with people who do not yet know him.
Thursday 27 – Chile, Bolivia and Peru
Praise God with Malcolm and Ainsley Purdey for opportunities to serve in the local church, and pray that more would come to know Jesus through evangelism by the church community. Thank God with Frances Cook for friends in Chile who continue to enquire about the God of the Bible. Pray with Chris and Stef Overhall for their children Eli, Theo and Nate to grow in the faith of the gospel. Pray with Nick and Kysha Davies that God would bless the experiment of short biblical theology and preaching workshops (the workshops have happened twice weekly this month, all around Lima). Give thanks with Adrian and Anita Lovell that they can stay in Australia this year, and pray they would connect in meaningful ways with link churches while on Home Assignment. Pray for Co-Mission Partners Álex (and Karina) Córdova that they may daily know God’s peace in his service, and share that peace with others.
Friday 28 – Uruguay, Argentina and Ecuador
Give thanks with Amy Stephens for the local ABUA camp that took place in March. Pray for the students who participated, that God would use them to be his light on the university campus so that more students might know Jesus. Pray with Martin and Julie Field for peace and strength during a busy time of learning, and visiting link churches. Pray with Peter and Terry Blowes as they motivate students in campus small groups to reach out with the gospel. Also pray for planning of a weekend gathering of trainees in May: for a strong sense of teamwork resulting from shared Bible study. Thank God with Pedro and Joy Oliveira Woolmer for sweet times of refreshment and fellowship with friends and family during Home Assignment. Pray that Uruguayan students would continue to respond to gospel challenges given at the annual CBU camp. (For CoMPs Brian and Sarah Haro Leon, see Day 10)
Saturday 29 – CMS Partners
Thank God for the churches and organisations that CMS partners with. Pray that more partners will continue to offer to work with and support CMS missionaries in difficult locations, in order to give continuity to long-term ministry. Pray that Mission Support Fund scholarship recipients will be diligent in their studies and grow in faith, godliness and Bible knowledge.
Sunday 30 – CMS Branches
NSW & ACT: Give thanks for the Staff Planning Day their branch was able to enjoy last month, as well as Camp Milimani which ran last week. Pray that the Lord will raise up the next generation of faithful followers through CMS Youth and Children’s camps.
QNNSW: Give thanks for the recent MELT Youth Camp. Pray that God will be working in young hearts, inspiring them to consider their role in growing God’s kingdom.
SANT: Give thanks for the Top End Global Conference in Darwin and the blessing it was to NT partners. Pray that God would be at work in local churches to raise up the next generation of missionaries.
TAS: Pray for final preparations for World Mission Youth Night on 12 May, as it brings several hundred youth from many churches together to be challenged about God’s global mission. Pray especially for Events Director Andrew Maskell and preacher Paul Matthews.
VIC: Praise God for recent and upcoming Young Adult events, and ask that God would use these to bear much fruit for his kingdom.
WA: Pray that God would inspire many new people to attend the CMS-WA mid-year conference, with a view to engaging with missionaries and being passionate about global cross-cultural mission.