Previous prayer news items
Philippines: loss of a valued team member
Some of the poorest families in Metro Manila are receiving practical support and discovering abundant life in Jesus through the work of Jigsaw Kids Ministries, supported by mission partner Tim Lee from his base in Cumbria. Pray for Tim and the team, currently all together in Manila, as they come to terms with the recent […]
Thailand: landmark decision for children
Children from slums are sometimes needlessly taken from their families and placed in institutionalised care, but many people, including CMS partners Elise and Jon Fletcher, are working to support families to stay together where this is in the children’s best interest. It was announced this week that the Thai government has officially declared that institutional […]
Uganda: stepping into a new season
Sarah and Simon Cawdell recently finished as CMS mission partners, having served at Archbishop Janani Luwum Theological College in Uganda for three years. They ask for prayer for the work of the Diocese of Northern Uganda as former colleagues press on in doing good and seeking first the kingdom of God. Please also lift up […]
UK: Acts 11 conference
Pray for a mission and migration conference taking place today and tomorrow in Liverpool and online in connection with CMS’s Acts 11 Project. The Acts 11 Project (named for the first multicultural church in the Bible) invites people to explore how migration is shaping Christianity today. Pray for meaningful conversations and for connections made to […]
UK: Big Church Festival
Last weekend saw the annual Big Church Festival shut down early following a tragic accident in which Pastor Robert Guanco lost his life and several others were taken to hospital in critical condition. Pray for Robert’s family and friends as they come to terms with this tragedy and for other victims as they recover from […]
Lebanon: sharing God’s love
We are currently running an appeal for Christians in Lebanon who are responding to people in crisis. Our partners are supporting people in need with emergency food packs, blankets, medicine and more, as well as providing trauma support and investing in long-term discipleship. Pray for people to turn to Jesus during this time and to […]
Czech Republic: a new space for students to explore faith
In Brno, CMS partners Lea and Petra Williams lead the local Anglican congregation, supporting people to grow in their relationship with Jesus and encouraging others to begin a journey of faith. Lea supports evangelism work among students, including a new initiative starting this autumn called Café Theology, an evening of theology and philosophy in a […]
DR Congo: Ebola
According to public health officials, DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak is now the deadliest in its history. The death toll and number of confirmed cases are climbing steadily. Several vaccines are in development – pray for this work to be sped up so that more lives can be spared. Pray for people to have the information […]
Honduras: mourning a loss
CMS partners Lindsey and Steve Poulson have had several groups of visitors over the summer from churches in the US, supporting Proyecto Alas’s work among children at risk. They recently received news that the leader of one of the groups, who had visited several times and become a dear friend of the project over the […]
UK: Acts 11 conference
CMS’s Acts 11 Project is a space where people can explore the ways migration is shaping Christianity today. The Acts 11 team ask for prayer for their upcoming conference (4–5 September); for the right people to come, meaningful conversations and relationships that lead to longer-term collaboration. See the “events” section of the CMS website to […]
Ukraine: latest attack
The latest Russian strikes on Kyiv have killed at least 13 people and injured a further 40. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the deaths were a result of a shortage of air defence missiles. Pray for protection for the people of Ukraine, and ultimately for an end to the war. Pray also for Alison […]
Asia: significant events happening
Pray for the team at our sister organisation Asia-CMS, as they have gathered together in region for some significant events, including the commissioning of Stephen Edison as executive team leader, a board meeting, a retreat for local partners and a South Asia Christian Youth Network gathering. Pray for stamina for the team and for this […]
