Weekend of fellowship and Bible study

Pray for the Toulouse City Team taking a group of people to Biarritz, a seaside town in France, for a time of fellowship and Bible study May 17-20. Pray for this group (Christians and non-Christians) who are attending the retreat that the team may have the opportunity to deepen relationships with them and bring them closer to understanding the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus.

Reaching French young adults

Pray for wisdom for Jonah, ReachGlobal personnel in Lyon, France, who helps lead a Bible study for a group of English-speaking young adults. Pray that this opportunity of study will lead them deeper into the Word of God and their relationship with Him. Pray for God’s blessing on the French young adults group that meets in Jonah and Amy’s home and the new believers in this group that are eager to grow in their faith.

Bible study for students

Pray for wisdom for Lauren, ReachGlobal personnel at Haven of Peace Academy in Tanzania, who leads a group of 12th grade girls in a Bible study on Fridays. Pray for good interaction and opportunities for significant investment in their lives as these girls start thinking toward the future.

Ministries in the Philippines

Pray for the ministries Vance and Carol, ReachGlobal personnel, are involved in the Philippines. Ask God to continue to bless the Sunday school that has an attendance of 95 children and moms. Pray for a heart change in the parents of those children not permitted to attend. Pray for Vance as he encourages and generates interest among the men to restart the men's Bible study.

Youth Bible study in Czech

Ask God to give understanding and insight to the English Club students who are attending the Bible study at youth group meetings held at Rajska Zahrada Church in the Czech Republic. Pray for creativity and wisdom for Renee, ReachGlobal personnel, and Hana, a Czech music teacher, as they prepare and organize the Friday night meetings, and disciple the teens who attend.

Discovery Bible study

Pray for Aaron, ReachGlobal personnel serving in a creative access area of Europe, as he leads a family in his city and men in two other villages through a discovery Bible study. Pray that as they read and discuss Scripture they will discover who God is and how He has revealed Himself in Jesus. Ask the Holy Spirit to transform them by His Word so they will be obedient to it and share what they are learning with their family and friends.

Ministry in CAC

Ask the Lord to bless Tony, ReachGlobal personnel, serving as the pastor of International Church in a creative access area of Asia. Pray for wisdom and clarity as he leads a discipleship group and preaches in the country’s language. Tony is also leading a Bible study with Iranian immigrants so pray for understanding and hunger for God’s Word to take hold in their lives.

Youth ministry and evangelism in Austria

Pray for Dave, Innsbruck City Team leader, as he networks and helps support Tirol’s youth groups and leaders to mobilize for province-wide outreach and retreats. Ask God to give Dave discernment and guidance as he serves on the national youth ministry task force which focuses on supporting youth ministry and developing young leaders. God has given Dave and Cathrin many opportunities to make friends and share Jesus with neighbors and friends. Pray for spiritual wisdom and understanding for Cathrin who leads their home Bible study that those who attend will place their trust and faith in Jesus.

Young adult ministry in France

Pray for Jonah and Amy, ReachGlobal personnel in France, ministering among the young adult group in their church. Pray for wisdom and open doors to disciple the university students and young adults who are growing in the Lord. Pray that the Lord would raise up several young adults who would lead Bible studies and evangelistic outreach. Also, ask God for opportunities with the families in Jonah and Amy’s apartment building to discuss spiritual matters and strengthen friendships. Some of them come from other faiths, some are outwardly hurting, and all have questions about life and its meaning.

Bible study in Costa Rica

Pray for Melissa, ReachGlobal personnel in Costa Rica, who leads a girls’ Bible study on Tuesday nights through the local English-speaking youth group. Pray for the Lord’s blessing on Melissa as she prepares the lessons that she will communicate with clarity and understanding. Ask God to give each of the girls a strong commitment to make their life count for Christ by learning more from His Word.

Outreach events in Japan

Pray for Duane, ReachGlobal personnel in Japan, who is involved in many outreach events in Fukuoka. Pray for the mens English Bible study on Tuesday afternoons, Oasis Japanese Bible study on Thursday mornings, and Sunday evening English worship. Ask God’s blessing on the cooking class outreach September 10 and the English Coffee and Chat at Fukuoka EFC on September 16. Pray that these connections will open doors for the gospel to be shared and people drawn to faith in Christ.

Camp in the Philippines

Pray for the Lotte Youth Camp April 18-20 in the Philippines. Vance and Carol, ReachGlobal personnel, and four adult helpers are taking 15 young people from the Sunday school and Study Center to a retreat center in the mountains. These youth live in very poor situations and being able to go to this camp is something they have been anticipating for months. Praise God that He has provided the money through generous people. Please pray that the campers will encounter God through the study of the book of Philippians and other activities during these three days. Ask the Lord for His protection, good health and that this will be a blessed experience for each one.

Bible Study in Costa Rica

Pray for Marcette, ReachGlobal personnel in Costa Rica, is leading the International Women’s Bible Study on the lesson “Jesus as our Shepherd.” Ask God to bless this study and make it an opportunity to share God’s love and grace with these women, some of whom still trust in traditions and good works for their salvation.

Bible Study in Costa Rica

Pray for Melissa, ReachGlobal personnel in Costa Rica, leading a Bible study for the girls who attend the local English-speaking youth group. Ask God to give her wisdom in working with the girls and that His Word will impact their lives for His glory. Pray for discernment for Melissa as she balances her responsibilities as communications coordinator for Latin America, her personal walk with Christ, the Bible study, teaching ESL classes, and Spanish tutoring. Praise God that He has provided an intern to work alongside Melissa in the area of communications.

Bible study in Czech Republic

God brought over 20 people to the initial kick-off of the high school girls’ Bible study at the Christian International School in Prague, Czech Republic. Pray that these students would be moved by the Holy Spirit to pursue Him personally, individually first and foremost, but also corporately as the leaders look to have groups available to meet on both Tuesday and Wednesday evenings each week.