Prayer

None of Mission Africa’s personnel working in Nigeria, Chad, Burkina Faso and Kenya could do so without the prayers of committed supporters back home.

We have many groups of people in Mission Africa across the UK who are committed to praying faithfully for our missionaries. Our prayer partners are a vital part of the team, enabling each missionary to do what God has called them to do in the place that he has called them to.

Each month we send out a comprehensive prayer update with news from our missionaries and ministries, by post and email. We also organise special prayer days throughout the year.

Prayer Monthly June 2019

• 1st June

  Praise God, along with the Garvies, for His faithfulness and provision over the past three years in Jos, for all they have learned and for the people they have partnered with to help serve and strengthen the church in Nigeria.

• 2nd June

  Please pray for the Garvies as they pack up their house and take some time this month to rest, reflect and help Samuel, Beth and Matthew transition back to life in the UK.

• 3rd June

  This month is busy with deputation for the Gaiya family. Praise God Musa was able to join the family for this time of home assignment. Pray with the Gaiyas for good health and strength throughout this month.

• 4th June

  Pray with Samantha Ibia for the FCS state conference, which was due to be held on the 15th June, but has had to be postponed. Pray for the organising team as they continue to plan for it.

• 5th June

  As Samantha and Godfrey continue to visit schools, pray that there would be a real impact made in these students’ lives. They have heard of quite a few cases of suicide among youth recently. Pray that God would capture their hearts.

• 6th June

  Pray for Samantha’s parents as they travel to Nigeria to visit this month. Pray that it will be a refreshing time for all and that the children will be able enjoy their grandparents.

• 7th June

  Pray for the summer teams orientation happening this weekend. Give thanks for those who have chosen to give up part of their summer to serve God in Africa. Pray that the orientation will help them prepare spiritually and practically for their time overseas.

• 8th June

  Pray for the Mission Africa conference happening this evening. Pray for those who will attend, and for the speakers. Pray that this evening will be a be a time of encouragement for all involved.

• 9th June

  Pray for the Police Chaplaincy team, led by Paul Bailie, heading to Kenya today. This is a new area of ministry for us. Pray that God will use it to reach many in the Kenyan police service.

• 10th June

  Sarah Morrison asks for prayer for the many long term patients who need ongoing treatment, which naturally adds to their medical bills. This can add a lot of strain on families and may result in them leaving the hospital too soon. Pray that God will provide.

• 11th June

  Pray for the Mission Africa council. Give thanks for their willingness to serve God in this way. Pray for God’s wisdom as they make decisions, lead and govern the work of Mission Africa.

• 12th June

  David and Lucy Morrison have started Chadian Arabic classes three mornings a week, so that they can better connect with those around them. Pray for energy and ability to learn well.

• 13th June

  Pray for God's guidance as David and Lucy start house visits. Pray that they would have boldness, cultural awareness and see openness to the Gospel.

• 14th June

  Pray for the women at the Acacia centre that they would mature in their Christian walk and impact the lives of those around them.

• 15th June

  Sid Garland gives thanks for the safe delivery of 5000 copies of the Hausa edition of the Africa Bible Commentary. Pray for a successful launch and distribution at an affordable price and for other publications, including the Hausa hymnbook currently in the pipeline.

• 16th June

  Sid Garland gives thanks for the successful visit to Northern Ireland of the ACTS Managing Director, Rev Luka Vandi (and his wife). Pray that this visit will bear long-term fruit.

• 17th June

  Sid asks for prayer a groundswell of support for ACTS projects including computers and vehicles to make the operations of ACTS more efficient and effective in reaching those who are hungry for affordable books, textbooks and Bibles.

• 18th June

  Continue to pray With Katie Morrison for the Kingdom Kids leaders who are helping her: Sunday, Blessing and Monday. It is encouraging seeing them develop and take a more active role.

• 19th June

  Pray for Katie as she makes plans for the Mission Africa team to Ogugu and Ochadamu. They will be partnering with a number of UEC Churches carrying out evangelistic outreaches and programmes.

• 20th June

  Robbie Toop has arranged a special prayer meeting to allow Pamela and Musa to meet Mission Africa supporters in Scotland today. Pray this this would be well attended and an encouraging night for all.

• 21st June

  Pray for Robbie as he makes preparations to represent Mission Africa and exhibit at various events over the summer

• 22nd June

  We are thankful to the Lord for all those who have been praying for Rachel Nash following the diagnosis of breast cancer and two operations. Continue please to pray as she soon starts a course of radiotherapy and potentially chemotherapy, depending on test results. Pray that chemotherapy is not necessary.

• 23rd June

  Praise the Lord with Jeremy that the centres that run his Explorers after school club have received all that is necessary for the award ceremonies. Pray for permission to run this in even more schools as authorities see the positive results that this brings to the children. Pray that those who have come to faith will grow and remain strong.

• 24th June

  Pray for continued grace for the Ekanems as they serve God in Uyo. Pray that they would be able to work out suitable arrangements for transportation.

• 25th June

  Pray for Aniedi as he faces his first set of University exams this month. Pray for their sister in law, Uduak, as she and her family settle in beside them.

• 26th June

  Pray for Rev. Udo Alex Chigbo, the new General Secretary of UEC. May God grant him grace to serve God and the Church faithfully and effectively.

• 27th June

  Ana continues to give thanks for her time at home. She asks prayer for her remaining time in the UK, as well as wisdom in knowing when is the best time to return to Burkina Faso.

• 28th June

  Pray with Ana van Brakel for the country of Burkina Faso as it is going through a disturbing time, and the region is very unstable. Pray for church leaders and Christians to respond with courage and in wisdom.

• 29th June

  Pray for the Mission Africa office staff as final preparations are made for our summer teams. We have several teams traveling this summer, as well as a number of people doing short term placements. Pray that everything would go smoothly.

• 30th June

  As a faith mission, we trust in God for everything. We once again thank God for His goodness to us in so many ways.