Prayer Matters
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Prayer Matters is published every Tuesday.
Scott & Ruth Brown, (Vic, DPG Day 2)
Pray for God to expand the reach of Media for Movements, opening doors in Cambodia, Vietnam, and Japan. Pray for meaningful connections at EMDC and for clarity as new projects take shape. Pray for Alicia and Hope on their camps, and for strength in a full family season. Praise God for rich conferences and pray for wisdom as the next Billions magazine is finalised.
Ian & Leann Buckley, (Nepal, DPG Day 3)
Pray for the devastated community in Kohalpur after the government bulldozed 700 homes, asking God to comfort and provide for Pastor Yam, Sanu, their six children, and the church that has now lost its building and home after 14 years of ministry. Pray for the Vocational Training Centre as the bakery grows and the beauty salon prepares to open. Pray for Manoj and Janam after a fruitful trip to Jumla, that their ministry in Australia will also bear fruit. May God bring restoration, provision, and hope to all affected.
Jared & Megan Emery, (Albania, DPG Day 7)
Pray for Jared & Megan as they settle into their new apartment, thank God for the blessing of a spacious home and kind landlords. Pray that formal language study can begin soon, and for courage navigating daily tasks without English speakers. Pray for Ben and Thea to adjust and grow in confidence, and for relief from Jared’s seasonal allergies caused by dust on the roads.
Jason & Karen Griffiths, (QLD, DPG Day 10)
Pray with thanks for the many milestones celebrated across the Pacific, especially 70 years of Scripture work in PNG and communities receiving God’s Word for the first time. Pray for Jason and Shannon in their travels and ministries, for strength in study and service, and for Karen as she waits for surgery. Pray for each family member to walk closely with God, and for upcoming trips to Indonesia and the Philippines to bear lasting fruit.
Rich & Anne Hoyt, (USA, DPG Day 11)
Pray for missionaries navigating both the beauty and the strain of ordinary life, ask God to sustain their spiritual, emotional, and physical well‑being. Pray for breakthrough in the Chad visa situation, peace in uncertainty, and wisdom for contingency plans. Pray for young adult TCKs finding their footing back in their passport countries, and for guidance for us as member‑care workers as we seek meaningful ways to connect with missionaries throughout the year.
Mark & Priscilla Jennings, (NSW, DPG Day 12)
Pray for Mark and Priscilla as they settle into a new season of life and ministry in Sydney, thanking God for safe travels, rich conferences, and meaningful family celebrations. Pray for wisdom in their leadership roles, for clarity as Mark steps into safeguarding and accounts, and for Priscilla as she continues mentoring and serving. Pray for Sarah’s car situation, ongoing health, and God’s provision as they adjust to fresh responsibilities and rhythms.
Elise Long, (Philippines, DPG Day 15)
Pray for God’s faithfulness to continue shaping the Palawan ministry beyond all human expectations. Pray for the new scholarship students and Menti shepherds preparing for Bible school, that they grow in wisdom and courage. Pray for deep family transformation through God’s Word, for sustainability projects to flourish, for protection of vulnerable children, and for strength during renovations and leadership transitions.
Naomi, (Restricted Access, DPG Day 18)
Pray for renewed strength and settledness after a harder‑than‑expected re‑entry, thanking God for stability returning. Pray for the launch of new programs—First Steps, preschool gymnastics, and English intensives—that they would build community and open doors for meaningful relationships. Pray for visas for Scott, Jenna, and Isaac, and for smooth renewals for Bethany and the team. Pray for spiritual protection over their home and workspaces, and for God’s continued mercy over the sister recently released from prison and the brothers still detained, that their faith would remain strong and their hope anchored in Christ.
Paul & Erin Strahan, (Australia: R&R, DPG Day 24)
Pray for God’s comfort over communities grieving many recent deaths, and for His mercy over the little boy now in palliative care. Pray for provision, grace, and resilience as the team faces practical challenges and difficult behaviours around the ministry centre. Pray for ongoing unity from the River Convention, for Paul as he prepares another funeral, and for new interns exploring ministry. Pray for protection, health, and Spirit‑led humility as the team travels to PNG, and for those holding the fort at home.
Matt & Debi Zook, (Mozambique, DPG Day 29)
Pray for the upcoming book‑distribution trip, asking God to smooth logistics, protect the books in transit, and open doors for many gospel conversations during the small meetings. Pray for steady progress in translation work, and for continued enthusiasm in the literacy classes as attendance typically tapers. Pray for the believer tempted to leave his family for economic gain, that God would redirect his heart. Pray for safety on difficult roads, and for renewed strength after long travel and vehicle troubles.
