Prayer Matters
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Prayer Matters is published every Tuesday.
Bill & Sandra Callister, (NSW, DPG Day 3)
Praise that the Saisai translators have done a final read-through of the book of Acts with checkers. Pray for wisdom as Bill makes necessary changes. Praise that we have just had phone contact with both the Misima and Saisai translation teams after several weeks of silence; pray they will be able to get their Internet/data communication working again. Praise that while Cyclone Maila caused some damage in the area recently, it was not excessive. Keep praying for Bill's PNG visa to be renewed in time for us travel to PNG in May.
David & Tina Cannon, (Thailand, DPG Day 3)
Please give thanks for Easter hope rooted in the risen Christ and pray for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Thailand, especially in communities without Christian witness. Pray for new workers transitioning into language and culture, for Tina’s consultation in Singapore to strengthen safeguarding, and for the small church of elderly women to grow in faith, freedom, and fruitfulness as they follow Jesus.
David & Stacie Coates, (Restricted Access, DPG Day 5)
Please give thanks for the Teach the Teacher Vision Night held last weekend— Pray that it was well attended, encouraging, and God‑honouring. Thank God for the ITA team and the Myanmar staff as the project prepares to launch in July and praise Him for this opportunity to equip and strengthen 300 teachers over the next three years.
Kevin Dyer, (USA, DPG Day 7)
Give thanks for God’s work in Uganda: churches strengthened, pastors trained, and leaders serving faithfully. Pray for poor families receiving seeds, animals, loans, and clean water—bringing dignity, provision, and hope. Ask God to use these ministries for deep transformation, effective evangelism, and lasting freedom from poverty, and to protect and guide Charity and the whole team.
Christina Eglinton, (SA, DPG Day 7)
Please give thanks to God for a joy‑filled and fruitful VBS, with over 120 children learning His Word. Pray that Bible truths take deep root in their hearts. Ask for favour and justice in securing tax‑exempt status. Pray provision for those without work, protection and care for vulnerable children, restoration for struggling families, healing for Irene, and relief from rising costs and fuel shortages.
Paul & Debbie Howells, (Philippines, DPG Day 11)
Please pray with us for strength, faith, and endurance amid many trials facing the Pigtao and Tingalan churches. Ask God to comfort the grieving, heal the injured and sick, and sustain new believers through suffering. Give thanks for the encouraging Men’s Camp, God’s protection, and for joy at completing the Higaonon New Testament. Pray also for provision to print and share God’s Word widely.
Jason & Kim Job, (QLD, DPG Day 12)
Please give thanks for God’s faithfulness in daily life and ministry—Sam’s work, Jason’s oversight of the aircraft refurbishment, and progress on VH‑MQI. Pray for Kim’s rest, renewed strength, and wisdom as she balances recovery, teaching Year 3, and planning ahead. Ask God’s blessing on the work of MAF worldwide and continued grace for their family as a new term begins.
Eva Kennedy, (Spain, DPG Day 13)
Please give thanks for God’s creative provision in bringing Abdi into this wonderful partnership and shared calling in Galicia. Pray for wisdom and peace as they navigate new relationship steps and logistics together. Ask God’s favour over Abdi’s residency application and clarity in the process.
Elise Long, (Philippines, DPG Day 15)
Please pray for the 40 young people attending the annual Christian Training Camp—an intensive two‑week Bible school discipling youth across four levels. Ask God to deepen their faith, shape Christlike character, and raise up servants for His work. Pray for wisdom, strength, and unity among leaders and volunteers, and that lasting fruit would grow in churches and communities beyond.
Simon & Dorcas Mubanga, (Zambia, DPG Day 18)
Please pray with thanksgiving for God’s work through Tetekela Christian School, serving over 600 children from vulnerable families. Ask God to provide financial stability, new staff, desks, and classrooms to ease overcrowding. Pray for growth and provision for the church plants, especially a hall for Grace Assembly. Lift up the Blessing Centre, praying for income‑generating projects, electricity, and resources to bless the wider community.
Samuel & Alissa Sanchez, (Colombia, DPG Day 22)
Please give thanks and praise to God for His mercy and power shown in Hannah’s life—for restored movement, strength, and answered prayer. Thank Him for this miraculous progress after long months of weakness. Pray for continued healing, reduced pain, growing strength and balance, and full restoration. Ask God to sustain Hannah and her family with faith, joy, and peace as healing continues.
Paul & Erin Strahan, (Australia: R&R, DPG Day 24)
Please pray for seeds planted through the town outreaches—that those who listened in passing, families reached through Scripture Union, and Jarod as he seeks spirituality would meet Christ. Give thanks for encouraging ministry, shared worship, and faithful teaching. Pray strength and unity for the remaining team as numbers reduce, and for God’s guidance and fruitfulness as they continue through Walgett and on to Collarenebri.
Matthew & Alisa Tingle, (Thailand, DPG Day 26)
Please thank God for the green light to return on April 27 and for this season of rest, renewal, and encouragement in Australia. Pray for the family as they transition back to Thailand, with Maya remaining in Australia. Pray for student E to fully trust Jesus and grow in faith, for smooth visa renewal, and for God’s continued provision to meet remaining financial needs.
Ben & Alice Warren, (France, DPG Day 28)
Give thanks for spring’s renewal in France—light overcoming darkness, life rising from winter. Praise God for deeper roots: language learned, friendships formed, and this town becoming home. Pray for continued grace as we connect through school, church, and community celebrations, that our family would reflect Christ’s joy, hospitality, and hope to those we meet in this season with love daily.
Matt & Debi Zook, (Mozambique, DPG Day 29)
Please thank God for the continued progress of Bible translation, with Leviticus, Proverbs, and Ezekiel advancing, and pray for perseverance toward completing Old Testament checks in 2027. Give thanks for strong literacy classes serving 110–150 students daily. Pray comfort and hope for the family who lost their newborn, and praise God for the faithful believers who encouraged them in their grief.
