Leadership training in Asia

Pray for summer leadership training sessions taking place in several sensitive countries of Asia. Ask for safety on challenging roads, for physical health and for strong faith and endurance to stand up to spiritual battles they encounter.

Update on urgent health concern

Update from Martha, ReachGlobal staff in Costa Rica, with the MRI results that she has reviewed with a surgeon. “The good news is I have a fairly small lump on the right side that seems to be in an early stage. However it is an invasive cancer, and we will not know if it has spread until the surgeon removes some lymph nodes at the time of the operation to remove the cancer. Another new development is that the MRI shows a suspicious spot on my left side, so I have a biopsy for that scheduled for Tuesday, June 29. Please pray for decisions we need to make on the surgery and plans for treatment.”

Sharing the Gospel

Pray for Todd, ReachGlobal staff in the United Kingdom, who is meeting right now with a man who believes Islam is the true religion. Please pray for God’s guidance in this new relationship. Todd believes he likes to inquire of Christians about their faith in order to build strength in his own. Pray that this will be the beginning of a stronger relationship/friendship, that will lead to his leaving his current beliefs and growing in love with Jesus as the truth of his life.

Men's Gathering in CAC

Pray for the Muslim/Christian men’s gatherings in a creative access city where ReachGlobal staff minister. The Lord has provided Christian speakers for all the meetings planned into January. Pray for the gathering of almost two dozen men on June 28, as they discuss the topic of “Principles of Friendship and Neighborhood Responsibility.” Please pray for the Christian speaker as he delivers his presentation, for Muslim men to come with open hearts, for good conversations about the Lord, and for ongoing relationships with a purpose.

Czech Summit

Pray for the Czech Summit Conference this weekend at Kingwood Bible Church in Houston, TX. The Prague City Team is conducting a conference, Together we can do it better, on partnership in missions in the Czech Republic. Pray for wisdom and direction as they explore and put into motion how partnership with fellow Christians and churches will help reach non-believers in this country in Europe.

CAC visa renewal

Pray for the young ReachGlobal family working in a creative access country still waiting in a neighboring country for their visa renewal. Ask God to give them patience and to have favor in the eyes of the government officials handling their paperwork.

Update on Shiloh

Shiloh came home yesterday afternoon with a temporary immobilizing cast up to her shoulder. She is on pain killers that causes slurred speech and constant drowsiness. Pray for Sarah, David and Shiloh as they meet with a pediatric plastic surgeon today. The doctors are saying that it may be up to a year before the full extent of the recovery is known. Pray for God’s healing and complete restoration of Shiloh’s hand.


“I have been sharing the dozens of notes and phone calls from EFCA colleagues with my daughter, Sarah. Thanks so much to all of you for praying and taking the time to write and call.”—Denny

Urgent Prayer: Hip Surgery Repeated

Bruce, ReachGlobal staff in Macau, had hip replacement surgery on June 18, and is now experiencing complications. His previously fractured thigh bone was not strong enough to receive the implant and has refractured, so that the new hip implant is sliding down into and around in his bone.


Pray for Bruce as he undergoes this surgery again, with additional procedures to strengthen and stabilize the hip and thigh. There are risks involved, especially infection. Please pray for skill and wisdom on the part of the surgeon and for protection from infection or further breakage.

Pray for Bruce and Mary emotionally as well. The health issue is stressful but also pray for them as they need to delegate most of their ministry duties with Merciful Love Family Fellowship to the core group members.

Urgent prayer need

Pray for ReachGlobal Associate Director Denny’s two year old granddaughter, Shiloh, who put her left hand down into a paper shredder. She underwent three hours of reconstructive micro-surgery yesterday at Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis where her middle finger and ring finger were badly mangled with a crushed bone at the tip of her ring finger. She is sedated and resting with more surgery scheduled once the swelling goes down. Please pray for healing and wisdom for the doctors and nurses caring for her. Ask God to give her mom and dad comfort and peace in Him. Pray for grandparents Denny and Pat taking care of Shiloh's older sister and two brothers for the immediate future.

Cross-Cultural Church Planting School

Cross-Cultural Church Planting School June 22-26. There are 37 participants attending the ReachGlobal Cross-Cultural Church Planting and Coaching training at the national office. Pray for spiritual preparation and receptivity of the nine presenters: Gene, Craig, Paul, Mark, Julie, Mike, Steve, Tim, and Mark and the participants. As the participants reflect on what they are learning pray that they have vision to see, faith to believe and courage to act as God leads them.

Home Invasion in Tanzania

Pray for Jim and Lisa, ReachGlobal staff in Tanzania, whose home was broken into by thieves. Electronic items were stolen before the men tried to enter the master bedroom. Jim woke when he heard the door and voices. He let out a roar and charged thinking that there was no way that these intruders were going to do harm to his family. He chased them out of the house but not before being wounded on his head with a knife that required nine stitches. Pray for Jim, Lisa, Ethan, and McKayla as they process invasion of their home. Give praise to God for His overall protection for them.

Eye Surgery Today

Pray for Effie, ReachGlobal staff in Venezuela, having surgery this morning on her right eye to remove a cataract. She has had restrictions in driving, reading and working on projects due to not being able to see clearly. Pray for the doctors as they perform the surgery and for Effie’s full recovery.

Multiplying Churches in Japan

The MCC (Multicultural Church) English Department voted to become the "primary partner" church for TMCC (Tokyo Multicultural Church) to multiply reproducing congregations among the nations God is bringing to Tokyo. This is a huge step of faith for the small congregation (70-80 adults) led by Howard and Marilynn, ReachGlobal staff in Tokyo. Pray for Howard and Marilynn and this congregation as they follow God’s leading and trust Him for great things.

ADLT Meetings

Pray for the Asia Division Lead Team meetings June 18-20, following National Leadership Conference. Pray that God would bless this time by giving them unity, vision and wisdom as they discuss how best to carry out their vital ministries.

Urgent--Staff Needs at English Camp

Please pray for the need for two male counselors, 18 yrs old or older, for the Austria English Camp Team 1 at Schwaigmühle, Salzburg July 5-July 26. Also, Team 2 needs one male counselor and a speaker at Alphof, Reutte/Tirol July 26-August 24. Pray for God’s provision as soon as possible because the team is leaving in three weeks.


If you have any questions or if you can go, please contact Kristi, at whereskristi@gmail.com.

Hip Surgery

Pray for Bruce Damon, ReachGlobal staff in Macau, undergoing hip replacement surgery June 18, in Hong Kong. Bruce has had difficulty walking due to end-stage arthritis in his hip. The Lord, in His grace, arranged for Bruce to meet the surgeon, a specialist in this particular operation two months ago, so pray God’s blessing on him as he performs the surgery. Ask the Lord to grant total healing and strength to Bruce and encourage him during his time of recovery.

Workers in CAC

Pray regularly for those ministering in creative access countries. We cannot mention specifics about these workers and their ministries, but they are on the cutting edge. They need wisdom for sensitive ministries, spiritual protection and the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of those they work with, some of whom are very resistant to the gospel.

EFCA Leadership Conference

Pray for God to move in the hearts and minds of all who attend the EFCA Leadership Conference June 15-18, in Columbus, OH. Pray that God would empower the leadership teams and missionaries at the key meetings prior to and during the Conference. Pray that our missionaries who attend will be encouraged, instructed and productive in networking with one another and in meeting supporters and potential supporters.

Urgent prayer need

Please pray for Martha, ReachGlobal staff in Costa Rica. Martha was diagnosed with breast cancer over the weekend and needs immediate surgery. Martha and her husband, Mark, have decided to have her surgery in Colorado and are praying Martha can have it next week, but a lot has to happen between now and then. Pray for strength as they pack and move out of their house in Costa Rica with only six days notice. They fly to the States on Friday, June 18. Ask God to lead them to the right surgeon and an oncologist in Colorado. Pray for clear communication as they relay the medical information and biopsy Martha received in Spanish to doctors in Colorado so that a second biopsy can be avoided.


Pray for healing and that God would be glorified. Pray for Mark, who serves with LATN, and their daughters, Melinda and Michelle, as this is hard news for them to hear.

Haiti Relief Efforts

Pray for overall safety of the EFCA Crisis Response teams during the rainy season when the rain and the winds hit already compromised structures. Ask the Lord to protect this area that is so fragile.

New School Year Begins

Pray for the Evangelical Theological College of the Philippines as classes for the new school year began June 7. Ask God to bless Vance, ReachGlobal staff in the Philippines, as he begins teaching his classes today. Pray that God will lead individuals to enroll as first year students and that He will supply needed finances for the re-enrollment of past students.

Departing for the Field

Pray for ReachGlobal candidates preparing to leave for their overseas assignment this summer. Pray for God’s grace and encouragement as they say their goodbyes to family, friends and supporters. Also, pray for their upcoming cross-cultural adjustment and initial language acquisition.

Ministering Around the World

ReachGlobal personnel throughout the world face difficult challenges as they minister to the lost. Praise God that He is able to break down walls, remove barriers and penetrate the darkness. Pray that He will guide them to the people whose hearts He has been preparing.

ReachGlobal Readiness Event

Pray for the ReachGlobal staff that are observing and assessing those attending the Readiness Event (REV) this week that they would have a good balance between discerning readiness and health, but also listening to the Holy Spirit’s leading.

Upcoming Surgery

Pray for Jane Perkins, ReachGlobal staff at Bucharest Christian Academy in Romania, as she undergoes her second hip surgery on June 7. She will have a minimum of two weeks in the hospital then six weeks of physical rehabilitation as an outpatient. Jane had the first hip surgery at the end of January and was back teaching in just nine weeks. Pray that Jane would heal quickly and draw on God's strength during her time of recovery.

Seminar on Missions Strategy

Pray for Nick, ReachGlobal staff with EFCA CONNECT, who is conducting the seminar Developing a Missions Strategy that Fits Your Church for leaders of the Charter Oak EFC in Battle Ground, WA, June 4-5. Pray that the workshop will be a blessing to this church as they identify the strengths of their congregation and consider how to build on those assets to develop effective outreach ministry.

REV

Today the Readiness Event (REV) begins so please pray for the 15 participants and the the jobs, ministries, families, and responsibilities that they have left behind while they attend REV. Pray for physical health and for physical, emotional and spiritual stamina for the participants and ReachGlobal staff during the next week.

Ministry in Uganda

Pray for Eric and Merle, ReachGlobal staff in Africa, traveling to northern Uganda June 3-11. Ask God to bless them as they continue to build a relationship and engage in leadership training/development with this young movement of Evangelical Free Churches.

Partnership with Law Enforcement in Rwanda

The vision trip to Rwanda that Merle, ReachGlobal staff in Africa, took with staff from a U.S. based law-enforcement ministry, The Centurion Project, was God opening the door to a ministry partnership. Through various “God circumstances” including a meeting with the assistant police commissioner for the entire country, God has opened the door for The Centurion Project to bring teams of Christian police officers from the U.S. to do training and outreach for police officers in Rwanda. Please pray for wisdom for everyone as they move forward to solidify this ministry partnership.

Praying for Innsbruck

Pray for continued vision and participation in The Room prayer initiative that ReachGlobal staff in Austria are involved in. A group of youth and adults meet weekly in The Room to pray for the city of Innsbruck. Pray for this group of believers seeking God's direction and ministry opportunities to be a powerful witness to the lost in this city.