Previous prayer news items
Pray for the Middle East: online event
Hear how thousands of people are turning to Jesus in a time of turmoil. Together, we will pray for peace, justice and love to prevail.
DR Congo: peace and a growing church
Martin Gordon, Bishop of Goma, writes that in Walikale, the archdeaconry in the forest, the church is growing rapidly. Praise God for this growth. Pray for Jesus-followers in Walikale and across the whole of the Diocese of Goma to continue to grow in their faith through discipleship as well as in number. Martin also asks […]
Asia: typhoon Ragasa
Pray for all those affected by typhoon Ragasa, which has caused devastation and killed at least 25 people across several countries in the region over the past few days. We thank God that all CMS people in mission are safe. Pray for comfort for anyone who has lost loved ones and those who are having […]
DR Congo: training programmes
We give thanks for people taking part in CMS-Africa’s training programmes, including women’s empowerment training and 3D (Discover, Develop, Deploy, training for young people looking to fulfil their potential). Jeff Sikabwe, CMS-Africa’s country coordinator in DR Congo, shares that women’s saving groups and young people who have completed 3D training are engaged in various sectors […]
Ecuador: opportunities for young adults
Mission partner Sharon Wilcox has started three Orchid Projects, where young people with learning disabilities can learn new skills, gain confidence and grow in independence. As Sharon and others explore the possibility of a fourth Orchid Project, pray for the way forward to become clear and for more volunteers to offer their time to help […]
Guatemala: supporting young people and families
Mission partners Azaria and David Pocasangre, who were recently on home leave in the UK, ask for prayer as they settle back into their ministry of supporting young people and families through the local church. Pray for Azaria as she supports fellow mentors and refers new mentors to start serving in local children’s homes. Pray […]
Malaysia: flooding
Pray for people in Sabah, east Malaysia, where recent flooding has caused much damage and at least 13 deaths. Pray for post-flood repairs and for the Lord to comfort those who have been affected, as some people have even lost their loved ones
North Africa: direction for the future
Mission partners H and M ask for prayer for leading and direction for the future in their work discipling and sharing God’s love with others. Pray for them as they lead trekking groups and teach healthcare and first aid. Pray for H as she considers which professional courses to pursue to strengthen her ministry, and […]
South Sudan: creation care training
Several South Sudanese church leaders, including from conflict areas, are preparing to undertake creation care training with Creation Stewards International in Kijabe, Kenya. Pray for safety in travel, active participation during the training and for the church leaders to find it easy to put the training into practice.
Asia: new organisational structure
Give thanks for Nam Chen, who has served as executive director of Asia-CMS since the beginning of 2018 and is going to step down at the end of 2025. Pray for Nam Chen and the board in their planning meetings this month and as they get ready to announce the new organisational structure. Pray for […]
Ecuador: Cuenca Christian Church
Mission partner Beverley Cannon de Pinos works with Cuenca Christian Church alongside her husband and pastor of the church, mission associate Johnny Pinos. Praise God that the church, which recently moved to a new location, is settling in well next to the beautiful historical centre of Cuenca. Bev writes, “We are also enjoying a time […]
Indonesia: Indonesia: workshop for lecturers from theological colleges
Mission partners Caroline and Dick Seed train Bible teachers in key theological institutions particularly in Africa, but also in other parts of the world. Having been in Australia for an international team meeting, Caroline and Dick Seed will be leaving Sydney this Saturday to run a week-long workshop in Yogyakarta – capital city of the […]
