Uganda: refugees
Local partner Sam Malish asks for prayer for refugees who are forced to return to the country they have fled or are relocating because their food rations have been cut due to funding shortfalls. Pray for safety for those who are travelling, especially for those who are travelling through or returning to war zones.
DR Congo: upcoming training
Local partner and country coordinator Jeff Sikabwe asks for prayer for training taking place this week in Beni diocese. Pray for Jeff in his role as a facilitator and for those participating in the training, including local partner Etsegeri Emmanuel from Aru diocese.
DR Congo: ongoing conflict
Local partner Bisoke Balikenga asks for prayer in the midst of ongoing violence. Following a recent attack, more than 41 people were reported killed, and more bodies are still being found in the bush. Bisoke writes, “The people are really exhausted due to the incessant violence. Please pray, pray, pray.”
Burundi: strengthening Christian values
The Anglican Church of Burundi writes that young people testify that Christian values are being challenged in the face of the alternative life choices offered by the world. Pray for young Christians in Burundi as they strive to live in accordance with the Bible and work to strengthen Christian values through training and activities.
Uganda: moving in
Mission partners Sarah and Simon Cawdell have just moved into their own house. Praise God for this practical aspect of life falling into place. Pray for Sarah and Simon as they make this house their home for as long as God wants them to be there.
Tanzania: medical treatment
Please pray for mission partners Ben and Katy Ray and their three children while Katy is in South Africa for a few weeks for medical treatment. Pray for Katy’s treatment to be successful and for Ben as he holds the fort and cares for their three children in Usa River in northern Tanzania.
Sudan: escalation of fighting
In Khartoum, the recent ceasefire expired last weekend and fighting has since escalated again. Please pray for humanitarian aid to reach all those who need it, and for peace and stability in Sudan.
DR Congo: visas received
Praise God that mission associates Judy and Tim Rous have received their five-year missionary visas for DRC. Pray for Judy and Tim next week as they have a two-day diocesan staff meeting followed by an all staff day retreat.
Sudan: keep praying for peace and stability
Bishop Hassan James, local partner in Kadugli Diocese says: “We thank you for your continuous love and prayers for our country, Sudan. So far, the situation is very difficult, but our hope is in God.” He asks prayer for the cease-fire to continue for a longer period and for peace and stability. “The humanitarian situation […]
Tanzania: school holidays
Please pray for mission partner Stephen Hatch and the students at St John’s Seminary, Kilimatinde, who have broken up for the holidays this week, preparing to return to school on 1 July. Pray for Stephen, other teachers and the students to have a good break.
UK: CMS pioneer programme
Please pray for the CMS pioneer team as they recruit new students for this coming academic year. Pray for God to bring the right people to the upcoming open days and the online open evenings for the African Christianity undergraduate and MA programmes. Please also pray for existing pioneer students who are coming to the […]
Uganda: moving on
Pray for Nicci Maxwell as she finishes at Potter’s Village and prepares to travel to the UK for home and study leave. As she says her goodbyes and prepares for the next chapter, pray for her to know God as her sure foundation. Pray for everyone involved in the process of discerning her next placement; pray […]