Simon & Dorcas Mubanga, (Zambia, DPG Day 3)
The Blessing centre: Still praying for another hammer mill. ZESCO has not yet connected the centre with electricity. More construction for other services underway; we have made blocks to use in building. We have a young deacon, Jack Chishimba, whom we sent for training at Samfya Bible School. One other young brother, Shadrick Chikonde, now an elder, who graduated from Samfya Bible School,is now leading church planting of Grace Brethren church in another village. Please pray for these men.
Phil & Sandy Jones, (Mexico, DPG Day 6)
Please pray for the Deeply Rooted in Christ Women’s leaders (Sandy will be in a retreat with other leaders of women in Colombia next week as part of the Sonlife disciple making network). Easter activities as we remember the death and resurrection of our Saviour. Children’s Day celebration on the 27th of April where we will invite kids from our community and their families to church. Programming Sandy’s annual cancer tests in faith.
Elise Long, (Philippines, DPG Day 8)
Please pray for the school staff as we have the Egis-Egis riverside camp at Bintat Karis, then the 2 week Bible School, followed by Wilderness Camp, and numerous Vacation Bible Schools in remote locations around S. Palawan. Please pray for stamina, inspiration, and fruitfulness for the summer break. I hope to get right into getting the book of Acts into Menti Palawano and prepare for Adult Literacy Class and Church Leadership Training.
Darren & Meredith Lydeamore, (Australia, DPG Day 13)
Please pray for safety of our staff jn the South Sudan and that the hostilities will cease. The next aircraft for PNG, P2-AFD, is currently involved in a promotion tour down the east coast of Aust before it then goes up to PNG. Pray for no mechanical issues that may delay the tour, and that people have interest in the work that MAF is doing in PNG. My Mum passed away last Sat, although there is a big sense of loss, I’m very aware she is now much better off with her Heavenly Father. We fly down next week for the funeral/ service.
Carol Luttah, (PNG, DPG Day 22)
At the beginning of February this year, I started studying for my Theology degree. I am currently taking online classes. Even with many assignment, I am grateful. I am praying and trusting God for co-workers to fill some critical roles beginning with mine, publications, inventory and sales. Pray with me on this. Due to the upcoming relocation from Wewak to Lae, there is a lot to do. Striking a balance is a daily prayer item.
Scott & Ruth Brown, (Specialist, DPG Day 23)
Pray for Sonoko Student Ministry in Siem Reap, they need male leaders and would also like a place of their own to meet (they currently rent). Pray for the current needs and opportunities in Cambodia with OMF. They need a replacement Finance Manager, and someone to do media. HOPE International School in Phnom Penh (where a lot of missionary children learn) also needs more teachers.
Rich & Anne Hoyt, (Specialist, DPG Day 25)
Rich's trip to Chad went well and he was able to get back home in time to be with his Mom for the last weeks' of her life. Mom passed away on March 20th. We grieve, but not as those without hope! Please pray for Anne and myself, and my uncle, George, as we find our new rhythm of life without Mom. Please pray for Anne’s strength and energy. Thank you for your ongoing prayer for our Member Care ministry. Pray that we will be filled with wisdom from above and be sources of encouragement and help in each and every instance the Lord ordains.
David & Stacie, (Restricted Access, DPG Day 28)
Pray for Myanmar and Thailand after the impact of Friday's earthquake. Pray for the families from the Covenant and Crossroad School communities. Many who had already been facing hardship and challenges have had their humble homes damaged and, in some cases, their meagre livelihoods are now threatened. There is no social security to fall back on. Our prayer is that those affected and traumatised by this event will rest and trust in our sovereign God, even in the midst of tragic circumstances in this 'messed up' and 'fallen' world, and that ultimately God would be glorified.