Prayer Matters
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Matthew 9:38 Prayer Rhythm
As we step into another week of prayer, we’re reminded of a simple but powerful challenge shared at the CCCAust Conference: to set an alarm for 9:38 each day and pause to pray through Matthew 9:38 — “Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”
We’d love to encourage you to join in this rhythm. Set your alarm, take that moment, and ask God to raise up and send workers into His harvest field. Your prayers matter, and together we trust Him to move.
Scott & Ruth Brown, (Vic, DPG Day 2)
Give thanks for God’s faithfulness through seven years of ministry and for the new season ahead. Pray for a smooth transition, fresh provision, and new partners. Ask for wisdom as Scott serves across East Asia, and for the right Communications Lead for OMF Australia. Pray for Media for Movements and for gospel workers to be strengthened and encouraged.
Bill & Sandra Callister, (NSW, DPG Day 3)
Give thanks for safe travel and smooth recording work with the Misima and Saisai teams. Pray that God speaks powerfully through the translated Scriptures and for wisdom as Bill and Sandra process and sync the audio. Ask for continued strength after health challenges, and for the recordings to bless many who will hear God’s Word through phones and solar players.
Phil & Fiona Emery, (PNG, DPG Day 8)
Give thanks for Phil and Fiona’s safe arrival in Goroka, smooth travel, and provision of a familiar home to settle into. Pray for grace as they adjust to a new season, meet new people, and navigate mixed emotions. Ask for God’s continued guidance, strength, and encouragement as they begin ministry and share monthly updates.
Paul & Debbie Howells, (Philippines, DPG Day 11)
Give thanks for Paul and Deb’s time in Perth and their ongoing work on the Revelation commentary. Pray for wisdom, strength, and God’s provision as they teach, create resources, and prepare for Debbie’s trip to the Ladies’ Conference. Ask for grace for Jubab, progress in building projects, good health for upcoming travel, and successful printing of the Higaonon New Testament.
Mark & Priscilla Jennings, (NSW, DPG Day 12)
Give thanks for the strong response to Sender School and Priscilla’s ministry among Korean churches. Pray for safe travel to Tasmania, fruitful connections at Worldview, and clarity for Mark’s upcoming accounts role. Ask for health for the whole Jennings family, continued unity in their ministries, and God’s blessing over upcoming conferences and mobilising events as they serve faithfully in Sydney.
Phil & Sandy Jones, (Mexico, DPG Day 12)
Give thanks for God’s care over Sandy, Josh, and the whole family. Pray for a clear and positive PET scan, patience and healing for Josh’s thumb, and God’s blessing over the women’s outreach and church anniversary. Ask for renewed strength, restored health, and sustaining grace after a busy season, that the Lord would uphold and encourage them in every need.
Herman & Belinda Lamprecht, (South Africa, DPG Day 14)
Give thanks for God’s steady presence through a heavy and uncertain season. Pray for wisdom and perfect timing for Belinda’s travel to Australia, continued healing for her mum, and grace for her dad as he undergoes treatment—and that God would draw him to faith. Ask for guidance as the family sells their home and seeks where God is leading them next.
Chris & Cheryl Mason, (NSW, DPG Day 16)
Give thanks for Chris’s upcoming opportunity to support recordists in Cameroon and for fruitful recording work in Darwin. Pray for health, safety, clear communication, and strong relationships during his August trip. Ask for continued progress on new studios, Cheryl’s database work, and ongoing reprogramming. Lift up Chris’s frail dad, the family’s encouragement, and the impact of Scripture recordings bringing joy to listeners worldwide.
Simon & Dorcas Mubanga, (Zambia, DPG Day 18)
Give thanks for the provision of desks and support for the school. Pray for God’s help to secure windowpanes, teaching materials, and local fundraising efforts. Ask for His miraculous provision for new classrooms and preschool space. Pray for fruitful gospel outreach to parents, children, and youth, and for strength and resources to serve over 500 vulnerable students with Christ’s love.
Paul & Fenny, (Restricted Access, DPG Day 20)
Give thanks for God’s sustaining grace and the spiritual growth Paul and Fenny are experiencing. Pray for Spirit‑empowered conversations with GK, JT, JP, R, and R’s mother, and for ongoing breakthroughs among the frontier people. Ask for strength and wisdom for Paul’s new hospital role, renewed capacity for Fenny’s physiotherapy work, and fruit among women in poverty. Lift up their children’s health, friendships, and lonely children like AB.
Wendy Scarborough, (Restricted Access, DPG Day 22)
Give thanks for God’s faithfulness over 25 years of ministry at Hohidiai. Pray for wisdom as the property is sold, and for the smooth establishment of the new clinic in Kusuri under Naomi’s leadership. Ask for guidance and provision for the expanding ministry in Sumba, including healthcare, outreach, and youth programs. Pray for favour, clarity, and God’s blessing in this new season.
Andrew & Catherine Walkington, (QLD, DPG Day 27)
Give thanks for renewed energy after a season of preparation, for Catherine’s return to campus, and for her improving health. Pray for strength through a demanding calendar, grace during Andrew’s long US trip, and wisdom as Worldview 2027 is planned. Ask for comfort and provision for Catherine’s parents, and for Yusef to encounter Christ as he considers the gospel he heard.
Daniel & Candide Weekes, (France, DPG Day 28)
Give thanks for the summer camps running well and for Candide, Dan, and the whole team serving with energy and joy. Pray for God’s work in the hearts of campers—those eager, hurting, or unsure. Ask for strength as they prepare for upcoming family camps, and for lasting gospel impact through every conversation, activity, and moment shared.
Matt & Debi Zook, (Mozambique, DPG Day 29)
Give thanks for God’s grace through recent challenges in the church, and for signs of repentance and growth. Pray for renewed faithfulness, deeper Bible engagement, and unity. Ask for continued fruit in literacy classes, safe and effective book distribution, and progress in translation work. Lift up the Zook family’s health, ministry, upcoming surveys, and Melody’s transition, trusting God to strengthen gospel work in Mozambique.
