Prayer Matters
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Prayer Matters is published every Tuesday.
Matthew 9:38 Prayer Rhythm
This week, we invite you to set an alarm for 9:38 each day and to pray Matthew 9:38. Let’s ask the Lord of the harvest to raise up and send workers into His field. Your faithful prayers make a difference as we trust God to call and equip more people for His mission.
Woody & Bev Baker, (USA, DPG Day 2)
Pray for Timothy and Woody as they refine the Helping Our Neighbours in Need workshop, and for churches to engage in outreach. Pray for wisdom regarding the new ICE detention centre—for our country, community, detainees, and authorities. Pray for strength and provision as Woody and Bev split time between NC and Australia. Praise God for a soon-arriving granddaughter and for 26 faithful years of partnership!
Bill & Sandra Callister, (NSW, DPG Day 3)
Praise God for Starlink connectivity enabling Bill to do live translation with the Misima and Saisai teams via WhatsApp. Pray for continued strong connections to keep progressing Deuteronomy in Misima and Mark in Saisai. Pray for wisdom for the Misima team as they schedule a November Language Committee meeting to check Deuteronomy.
Lorraine & Stephen Cavill, (Australia: R&R, DPG Day 4)
Praise God for continued safety in the air and ground, seeds planted through RI in schools, and the new Sunday service at Matt and Sam's property with 22 attending. Pray for the Camooweal school visit to go ahead, for T's growth in faith, and for Matt and Sam as they witness in the Yaraka community.
Aaron & Shelley Daniell, (NSW, DPG Day 6)
Praise God for Bethany's graduation—pray for her HSC exams and future direction. Praise God for conviction through preaching in Raymond Terrace and Brisbane. Pray for Village Avenue's leaders, CCCQLD Elders, and church@paravista as they pursue disciple making and growth goals. Pray for upcoming ministry engagements across Canberra, Brisbane, and beyond, and for God's provision as the gospel spreads.
Phil & Fiona Emery, (PNG, DPG Day 7)
Pray for rain to relieve PNG's drought so villagers can replant their gardens, and for continued unity in discipling mature believers. Pray for the Central and Eastern Area conferences—safe travel, good weather, and safety in Wewak amid recent break-ins. Pray for Phil as he prepares to speak to church planters, and for Fiona as she seeks wisdom encouraging local women.
Georgie, (Taiwan, DPG Day 8)
Praise God for Georgie's safe return, open doors in jails and detention centres, and her faithful friend attending church. Pray for gospel seeds to grow in South-East Asia, contentment as a single missionary, spiritual protection for outreach to migrants, and pastors to have a heart for foreigners. Pray her friends encounter Jesus and trust Him as Saviour.
Phil & Sandy Jones, (Mexico, DPG Day 13)
Pray for Phil and Sandy's closeness and intimacy with Christ, that ministry flows from their relationship with Him. Pray for Dani and Alix's growth as leaders through the Pastoral Residence—character, gifts, and wisdom for those investing in them. Pray for lasting discipleship transformation through Restored and Following Jesus.
Samuel & Kate McDowell, (Paraguay, DPG Day 16)
Praise God for growing studies in Zanja Pytã, a good start in the new Area Leadership role, and faithful medical clinics. Pray for the visiting Sydney team, safety for those serving in Venezuela and earthquake-affected Colombia.
Claire Morris, (Spain, DPG Day 17)
Give thanks for healing from a tick-borne infection, the fruitful Zalla Kids Camp, and clarity gained at Foundations to stay in Vitoria. Pray for full recovery, growth in Basque language classes, and wisdom in balancing new commitments. Pray for K's husband and kids to find faith, for the new home-group, and for many to encounter Jesus.
Simon & Dorcas Mubanga, (Zambia, DPG Day 18)
Pray for Simon's outreach and Bible distribution to 15+ villages near Mansa, Jesus Saturday ministry with schoolchildren, and the November teaching/baptism event for 3 churches. Pray for ongoing construction—Blessing Centre, electricity for the hammer mill, toilets, a new church building, and classroom expansion—and provision for teaching aids and a nearby house.
Peter & Esther Scarborough, (Restricted Access, DPG Day 23)
Wendy Scarborough, (Restricted Access, DPG Day 23)
Pray for Dr. Naomi as she prepares to lead the Clinic full-time, and for continued healthcare and support to vulnerable families. Pray for wisdom and provision as they expand their work into a different area to address tuberculosis, malaria, medical shortages, and human trafficking. Pray for a growing base of prayer and financial partnership for both regions.
Andrew & Catherine Walkington, (QLD, DPG Day 28)
Praise God for a fruitful US ministry trip—training in Atlanta, Kentucky, Michigan, and Baltimore. Pray for family's healing after weeks of illness while Andrew was away. Pray for the Melbourne Show outreach volunteers, the upcoming OAC National Staff conference gathering staff, board members, and families, and for God's continued strength through this busy season of ministry.
Matt & Debi Zook, (Mozambique, DPG Day 29)
Praise God for Melody's graduation and new job in Pennsylvania, and for 42 Lolo literacy graduates. Pray for a young couple's reconciliation, for the continued document campaign (350 already registered), for progress translating the Minor Prophets, and for Debi's full recovery from her lingering cough.
