Teams working together

Pray for the team of youth and adults from Calvary Church in Missouri who are working with the Rajska Zahrada church plant team in Czech Republic to minister to youth in an English camp July 30-August 6. Pray that God will move in the hearts of those teens who have not fully committed their lives to Jesus and for those who have yet to hear of God’s love for them. Ask God to surprise the campers with His goodness and presence during this camp.

Pastoral Worshop in San Jose

Pray that God will use Keith, ReachGlobal personnel with Latin America Training Network (LATN), as a channel of His grace as he teaches a workshop on Leading in Turbulent Times: Lessons from Nehemiah to a group of pastors in San Jose on July 30. Pray that the workshop will encourage the Latin American pastors and missionaries to stay strong, firm and steadfast during difficult times.

Training nurses in CAR

Pray for God’s blessing on Tim and Ann, ReachGlobal personnel serving in the Central African Republic. Pray for them as they train 21 young people at the nursing school. Pray for stamina for Dr. Tim as he teaches four different classes on Tuesdays and Fridays, as well as seeing to patients. Pray for Ann who is teaching Bible and French along with various sewing projects. Ask God to give her clarity and guidance as she revises the song book for the French church service.

Moving to a new city

Pray for Scott, Janice, Jonathan and Olivia, ReachGlobal personnel in Belgium, preparing to move to another city. Pray for God’s blessing as they transition to a new area, adjust to new schools and minister with love and care in their neighborhood. Pray for courage and boldness as they introduce themselves to others and establish new friendships.

VBS in Japan

Pray for Bob and Joan, ReachGlobal personnel in Japan, as they prepare for the one-day summer vacation Bible school July 28, for children through 2nd grade. Pray with Bob and Joan that there will be at least 15 families participate. Pray that they would come with open hearts as they hear the gospel and that solid relationships will be established.

Potential Travel Problem

Pray for Kevin, ReachGlobal Africa International Leader, who just learned that his passport (sent in several weeks ago to get visas for a trip to Africa) is still in the Cameroonian embassy in Washington, DC. Kevin is scheduled to leave July 31, to visit ReachGlobal staff in Cameroon and Central African Republic. Pray that God would work to get Kevin’s passport released with the visa to him in time to travel on July 31.

Start of new ministry in Cameroon

Pray for Phil and Suzanne, ReachGlobal personnel who transitioned from working with EFCA TouchGlobal to teach at the Rain Forest International School in Cameroon. Pray for their orientation to a new life and culture in Cameroon. Pray that God would guard and guide their ministries as they use their skills and experiences in His kingdom work.

BCA in Romania

Praise that Bucharest Christian Academy (BCA) has received authorization to build and the school has moved into its interim building. Pray for wisdom for Jen, ReachGlobal personnel and director of BCA, as she leads in the midst of this transition, and for the myriad of decisions that go with moving, building, and staffing a school. Pray for God’s provision of an elementary music teacher and a part-time English teacher.

Ministry team in Honduras

Pray for Rebecca, ReachGlobal personnel with the Latin America division, who is part of the Women without Borders ministry team. This team is in Honduras July 21-25, to formalize a partnership with the EFC of Honduras and minister and equip the women in the church. Pray for sensitivity to the Spirit through each conversation and the teaching of His Word. Ask that the women would be encouraged and better equipped in their roles to serve the Lord and that He would be glorified through their lives and this ministry.

English Camps in Czech

Pray for Ritch, Susan, and their family, ReachGlobal personnel in Czech Republic, as they ministers in Family English Camp this week. Pray for the 30 adults and 19 children as they study English, enjoy free time together, and participate in programs that address key questions of relationships and family life. Pray for spontaneous conversations which God could use to introduce Himself, His love and grace. Ask God to transform the lives of the families who have yet to know Jesus as Savior. Pray for the individuals from the Rajska Zahrada church plant to be guided by the Spirit’s sensitivity and have boldness to share their lives and the gospel with these families.

Asia area conference

Pray for the Asia area conference for ReachGlobal Asia personnel and ReachGlobal leadership in Thailand this week. Sunday, the 17th was a day of prayer and fasting as participants sought God’s face before launching into a full schedule of meetings and workshops. Pray for the anointing of the Holy Spirit during the times of worship in the Word, in prayer and in song, and in training and team development. Pray for God’s protection in good physical health and the Spirit of God to speak through His Word directly into the hearts of all the missionaries and staff.

Vocational training in Thailand

Pray for David and Gloria, ReachGlobal personnel in Thailand, as they seek partnerships with individuals and churches enabling training and equipping of the students at the vocational center. Pray for God's direction and a good process as they expand vocational training on campus with agriculture projects, soap making, and handicrafts. Ask the Lord to bless the 22 new students, committed and expecting the Lord to mold and train them for effective service. Pray, also, for staff health, wisdom, and unity. Pray for God's provision of financial needs for the school this year.

Asia area conference

Pray for the Asia Directional Leadership Team meetings July 14-16, prior to the ReachGlobal Asia Conference in Thailand July 17-22. Pray that the Lord would guide this time of training, conversations and refreshment. Ask God for a sense of unity and joining together around Christ and the mission He has given us.

Women's ministry in the Philippines

Pray for wisdom and discernment for Arlys, ReachGlobal personnel in the Philippines, as she disciples pastors’ wives and students at ETCP (Evangelical Theological College of the Philippines). Ask the Lord to give her clear understanding to know how to minister to the women who are all at different levels in their spiritual growth. Pray for guidance in scheduling the students to meet with them one-on-one between their classes.

Strategic meetings in Mexico

Pray for Enrique, ReachGlobal personnel with the Latin America Training Network (LATN), who is in Mexico to sign an important partnership with a well-known university. The university has started a Bachelor degree in theology, and Enrique will explore helping them with training on distance education and to work with them on a project by which LATN helps them to create their own master program. Please pray for wisdom as these conversations are currently in progress. Pray for God’s will to be clear as their goal is to sign the partnership at 11:00 a.m., Mexico time. May this bring glory to the Lord and be used by Him in the expansion of the Kingdom.

English camp in Sarajevo

Pray for the Sarajevo City Team who is conducting an English Day Camp for children ages 4–15 at the ministry center in Sarajevo this week. The camp is designed to strengthen the ties the team has with the families and to make new contacts. Pray for God’s blessing on the team and the children who participate. Ask the Lord to open opportunities to share the gospel and the ministries of the Nova Nada church.

Ministry in Mexico City

Pray for Joshua and Naomi, ReachGlobal personnel, departing today for Mexico City where they and their three children will begin their church planting ministry. Pray for gracious, humble hearts as they adjust to a new country and their ministry partners. Ask God for guidance and wisdom for the right location to find a home. Pray that they will have a growing love for Jesus, and for those who need Him.

Ministry in Lyon

Pray for Jonah and Amy, ReachGlobal personnel in Lyon, France, as they equip and challenge the local believers in the French church plant in outreach evangelism. Pray for God’s grace to open many opportunities to share the gospel. Pray for the Holy Spirit’s work on receptive hearts. Also, pray for the apologetics class at the church and for several non-believers who have been attending and asking good questions about the faith.

July Debriefing

Pray for the ENHANCE team is facilitating the Debriefing event for ReachGlobal personnel at the EFCA national office July 7-8. This event gives our personnel the opportunity to share their field experience, work through unmet expectations and disappointments, receive resources and encouragement. It also gives them an opportunity to get practical help from various national office staff. Pray for the ENHANCE team as they listen, encourage and minister to our missionaries.

ENHANCE Team Meetings

Pray for the ENHANCE (member care and development) team meetings in Minneapolis July 5-6 and 9. Member care for ReachGlobal personnel consists of consoling: giving empathy and understanding when people hurt; consulting: giving information, resources and advice when people need perspective; and challenging: giving encouragement and “prods” when people are stuck. Pray that God will instruct, guide and refresh the team members as they focus on encouraging and equipping our personnel.

Online learning

Pray for Linda, ReachGlobal personnel with EFCA CONNECT, as she begins facilitating a six-week online course, Kingdom Expansion 101, July 6. Pray that God will bring together the right blend of learners and that it will be a valuable experience for them as they study basic missions. Pray for Linda as she develops new modules for the live training curriculum for short-termers preparing to minister cross-culturally.

Church planting training in Africa

Pray for wisdom and clear communication for Pastor Selenga and Pastor Kiamu who are conducting a Multiplication Church Planting training workshop in Kinshasa, DR Congo this week.  Leaders from Congo as well as key representatives from Togo and Ivory Coast are participating in this training. Pray effective learning and that God will use this to launch a church planting movement in these areas.

Coaching Clinic

Pray for those who are taking the Coaching Clinic to understand how to use it to develop, empower and release other workers. Pray for our participants preparing for ministry in Africa and Latin America. Pray for David and Mark, ReachGlobal personnel with EQUIP, who are leading application groups, facilitating discussions and conducting a final debriefing. Pray for participants as they reflect on what God wants them to do about the principles learned. Pray for encouragement and joy.