Week ofJuly2
Asia
- Pray for the vulnerable children in urban/low-income areas of Capiz, Philippines. Specifically, the Libas and Nipa communities, as CBM’s partner, KPM, continues to assist them after the pandemic.
- Pray for the leadership of Kui Baptist (India) and their efforts to raise funds to complete the compound wall for the Kui girls’ hostel.
LAC Region
- Pray for an end to the violence in Haiti, where nearly 580,000 people have been displaced since March due to clashes with armed gangs. Pray for restoration of order, safety for civilians, and effective humanitarian aid.
- Pray for more literacy initiatives to help enhance discipleship in the Bolivian Church. Ask for teachers to be raised up who can teach people how to read and study the Bible, and for Bolivian believers to develop a strong desire for increased biblical knowledge.
Africa Region Team
- Pray for an end to violence during the anti-tax protests in Kenya, especially after protesters were killed. Ask for peaceful resolutions to political tensions and for the protection of demonstrators.
MENA
- For newly appointed National Field Staff, Rabih Wazir, as he faithfully steps into the position of Integral Mission Coordinator in the MENA Region beginning on July 1st.
- For the leadership training in neighboring war-torn countries scheduled to take place in the coming weeks.
Asia
- Pray for the victims of human trafficking in Dimapur, India who are receiving mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual help and healing. Many are on medication for anxiety, and some are suffering from AIDS.
- Pray for the on-going projects in Sri Lanka, Kazakhstan, Hongkong, Myanmar, and Thailand.
- Pray for the Field Staff of Asia – Joseph Lee, Lilian Yang, Ella T., CP Raju, Meren Jamir, and Suraj Komaravalli.
LAC Region
- Pray for clarity in faith practices, as many Bolivians mix Indigenous religion with Christianity. Ask for discernment among believers to recognize and follow the truth of the gospel. Also, for missionaries to effectively communicate the message of salvation through Christ alone.
Africa Region
- Cross-Border Trade: Despite political tensions, cross-border trade between the DR Congo and Rwanda remains active, providing livelihoods for many. Pray for the continued success and safety of these economic activities, for improved infrastructure to support trade, and for policies that encourage economic cooperation and growth in the region.
MENA
- Pray for Field Staff, Emad and Almess Botros, as they continue serving with the Arab Baptist Theological Seminary. Pray for the students to grow in their knowledge and experience of God’s presence in their lives and ministry.
- For a resolution to the war in Gaza.
Week ofJuly9
Week ofJuly16
Asia
- Pray for the participants of the Creation Care Project in the Philippines as farmers start planting their crops this season.
- Pray for the rain to be sufficient for healthy crop growth.
- Pray for the Kui girls’ hostel in India, specifically for their safety, studies, and empowerment. All of them come from families living below the poverty line.
LAC Region
- Pray for political stability and the success of anti-corruption initiatives, particularly in Guatemala where the new administration under President Bernardo Arévalo has pledged to increase accountability and effectiveness in the public sector. Ask for wisdom and integrity for leaders across the region.
Africa Region
- As South Sudan continues to face challenges, including political instability and economic difficulties, pray for humanitarian aid to reach those in need, for the safety of aid workers, and for the country’s leadership to work towards sustainable peace and development. MENA:
- Pray for the conflict in Sudan to end, and for the safety of our partners as they tirelessly and sacrificially serve their communities.
- For Elie and Mireille Haddad who faithfully lead the MENA Team.
Asia
- Pray for the churches who need pastors to take care of God’s people in the Capiz area (Philippines).
- Pray for Samuel Felasol‘s grandchildren who are sick and admitted to Capiz Emmanuel Hospital, Philippines. (Samuel is a PaTi C.A.R.E. (Pag-atipan sang Tinuga: Church Action to Restore Earth) participant as a consultant and a donor of the nursery and reforestation areas).
LAC Region
- Please pray for those affected by severe weather events, particularly in Chile where heavy rains have caused flooding, mudslides, and at least one death. Ask for protection, swift recovery efforts, and support for those who have lost homes or loved ones.
Africa Region
- Pray for the success of the mediation talks launched in Kenya aimed at resolving ongoing conflicts in South Sudan. Ask for wisdom for leaders and a genuine desire for peace among all parties involved.
MENA
- Pray for the churches in the region to continue to boldly share the gospel even in the midst of hardship and difficulties.
- For Evangeline Hammond as she grows more accustomed to her new role as Field Staff.
Week ofJuly23
Week ofJuly30
Asia
- Pray for the on-going sustainable projects of the Soura Baptists in India that they continue to generate income to fund the widows and kids tutoring projects.
- Pray for Elim Compassion Ministries (India), our former partner, who have plans to open an English school in their village.
LAC Region
- Pray for justice, human rights protections, and compassionate treatment of marginalized groups throughout the region that God would raise leaders to protect those most vulnerable.
- Pray for regional cooperation among these countries to address shared challenges such as migration, climate change, and organized crime. Ask for divine guidance for leaders to work together for the common good of their people and the entire region.
Africa Region
- Pray for peace as war and violence in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo keeps escalating and the refugees are losing hope of ever going back to their homes.
- Please pray for the survivors of the floods in Kenya.
MENA
- Please pray for peace and stability in the Middle East, and for working and living conditions to improve in Lebanon.
- For Joe Bridi as he moves from Lebanon to Canada to take up his new position as Regional Representative, Central Canada, in August. Pray for smooth transitions as his family (wife Alexandra, and their two sons) make this big move.
