Amazigh of North Africa: The Lord continues to move. Almost every day we hear of someone new who wants to follow Jesus. Five men from the fish market believed one day, and the next day, they called our teammate back so he could share with a sixth! Pray for these new ones coming to understand and embrace the truth of the gospel, that their roots would go deep.
Bible Study Group
African Diaspora: Recently two of my former English students have expressed a openness to study the Word together as a group. It is encouraging to see this growing interest in God’s Word among these dear ones who have heard the gospel many times over our years of friendship. Please pray for these men as they take this step toward studying the Bible together. Pray that the upcoming studies would be fruitful, that they would gain a deeper understanding of who Jesus is and what He has done, and that God would work powerfully in their hearts. Pray against the schemes of the Enemy to keep them from following through on their interest. May the seeds sown finally bear fruit!
Story-telling
Didinga of South Sudan: There are parts of the Bible available in the Didinga language. Pray they would be keen to listen to the stories, believe them, and discover the true hope and freedom from fear that only Jesus can bring. Ask God to bless the Bible-storytelling and trauma-healing work already happening among them.
Planted Seeds
Somali of East Africa and Diaspora: Pray for our community while we are away. The Lord has allowed us to build meaningful relationships, demonstrate his love in tangible ways, and share the hope we have in Him. In recent months especially, there have been many opportunities to sow seeds of the Gospel. Pray that these seeds would take deep root, that the Holy Spirit would draw people to Himself, and that lives would be transformed by faith in the Lord Jesus. Pray that the evil one would not snatch away what has been planted, but that many would seek Christ and believe in Him even while we are away!
Fruit, protection, and bold proclamation
M of Tanzania: Praise the Lord that there have been new churches planted in 20 of the 70 unreached villages in the Kilwa District with people coming to faith and seeking baptism. Pray for the growth of these young congregations and for faithful leaders to disciple them. Ask God to guard His people against the enemy’s attempts to sow division — which keeps unreached communities in darkness — and pray that His Word would be proclaimed boldly wherever Christ has not yet been named.
Interest in the Gospel Message
African Diaspora: One of my english classes I taught three years ago, still get together regularly. Over the years, we’ve shared many meals, conversations, and adventures. Recently, one of these men attended our church’s Easter outreach event, where he heard the gospel presented through music, drama, and Scripture. In a conversation a few weeks later, he was still able to explain the heart of the gospel message and seemed genuinely interested in learning more. Ask the Lord to protect his interest in the gospel, remove any obstacles that might prevent him from following through, and draw him to Himself through His Word.
Growth and Passion
Toposa of South Sudan: Praise the Lord that the churches among the Toposa are currently strong and growing. Pastors are actively reaching out to other congregations and crossing into new regions. We are thankful that there are young leaders who are deeply passionate about discipleship. There is an urgent need for audio Bibles to aid in their ministry. We have had various health challenges—including malaria, fevers, and snake bites—that are severely affecting the ongoing ministry work. Please pray for more workers to join the harvest. Pray for God’s provision of necessary Bibles, medicine, and physical strength for those on the ground.
Audio distribution
Gabbra of Kenya: Pray for those among the Gabbra following traditional religious practices and have limited access to the gospel. In recent years, other religious influences have also become increasingly present in their communities. Ask the Lord to draw the Gabbra people to Himself, opening their hearts to seek the truth and to respond to the good news of Jesus Christ. Pray that God’s Word would spread widely among them. Workers are distributing audio Scripture recordings that are being warmly received, especially by herdsmen who can listen while caring for their livestock. Ask that as people hear God’s Word in their own language, the Holy Spirit would bring understanding, conviction, and faith. Ask for a spiritual breakthrough among the Gabbra. May many come to know Christ, grow as His disciples, and share the gospel with their families and communities. Ask the Lord to raise up a strong local church that will faithfully proclaim His Word for generations to come.
Swahili Speakers
Islanders: Pray for the only Swahili-speaking fellowship in the city. A group of expats from TZ met this Sunday with church leadership to discuss how to grow as a community of faith together and to reach out to the hundreds of Swahili speakers on this Island. Their prayer is to double or triple in number over the next 6 months. May the Lord hear, guide, save, and mature.
Listening and Telling
Amazigh of North Africa: Even before pouring the tea one woman said: “Tell us about your faith. Start from the beginning.” As she listened to the stories of the prophets and Jesus, she said, “I need to gather the women and tell them… they don’t know they are walking in darkness.” Her sister also listened and said that she needed to tell her children about the Lord Jesus. Praise Jesus for these women’s courage and passion. Ask that they “fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel.”
Acts of Compassion
UPGs of the Sahel: Millions of people across the Sahel face food insecurity, displacement, and the effects of ongoing conflict. Ask the Lord to use acts of compassion by His people to open doors for the gospel and demonstrate Christ’s love. Pray that each UPG across the Sahel would have access to the gospel. Ask God for a great harvest of disciples, thriving churches, transformed communities, and lasting peace. May the knowledge of the glory of the Lord fill the Sahel as the waters cover the sea.
Dissatisfied
Rangi of Tanzania: Several people from the village just came back from “Hajj,” which is the annual pilgrimage to Mecca that every devout Muslim has to complete at least once in their life. Pray that for those who are just returning — pray that their attempts at earning favor from God through rituals and sacrifice leave them unsatisfied! Pray they would come to know and believe that only Christ’s sacrifice can restore our relationship with God.
Strengthen Fellowship
Sudanese Refugees: Pray for growing Gospel opportunities among displaced Darfuris, refugee communities, and churches in camps. Ask God to raise up leaders, strengthen fellowship, and deepen discipleship among believers.
Faithful Followers
Amazigh of North Africa: Pray that the good news of Jesus would continue to spread throughout the Amazigh communities of North Africa through faithful local followers of Christ. Ask God to open doors for meaningful conversations, provide opportunities for discipleship, and raise up mature leaders from among the believers. Pray as well for Gospel workers serving in the region, that they would partner well with local believers, demonstrate Christ’s love, and have wisdom and courage as they share their hope with those who are still searching for truth. May many who have never heard the message of Jesus come to faith and become devoted followers of Him.
Pentecost Sunday
Islanders: Praise the Lord for reports of multiple baptisms on Pentecost Sunday! Unfortunately, pictures of these professions of faith were posted on Facebook. Join us in praying and trusting the Father is able to work this for good. Those in the pictures are almost assuredly to face stiff opposition from their community. Please pray for their safety and that the Lord would strengthen their faith.
Spiritual Questions
African Diaspora: “Lydia”, who first came to one of our English classes five years ago, accepted a Bible two years ago, and has allowed her kids to participate in our team’s Impact Kids program, recently expressed interest in helping her teenage daughter, who has many spiritual questions, connect with a church community. Please pray that God would guide her to the right relationships and mentors, that her questions would lead her toward Jesus, and that both mother and daughter would grow together in their understanding of Him. We want to see whole families come to believe in and know the love of Jesus together.
No Buildings
The Rendille of Kenya: How do you plant a church among people who are always moving? Among the remaining nomadic Rendille people, the church cannot be tied to a building. Those who want to share the good news with them must travel wherever the people go. Pray for the Lord to strengthen and encourage workers who are willing to serve in this mobile ministry. Pray that these wandering ones would come to believe the good news and find their home in Christ.
Gospel Witness
M of Tanzania: Pray for the villages of the Kilwa District. There are many communities that have no church, no known believers, and no Christian presence. Pray that every person in every such place would have the opportunity to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ. In recent years, twelve small churches in this district have determined to work together in reaching these villages. Praise the Lord that these churches have recognized the vast lostness on their doorsteps and have been moved to act.
TikTok outreach
Somali of East Africa and Diaspora: Thank God for my friend “Leah!” Now that she follows Jesus, she has a heart to learn how to share the gospel using TikTok in Somali for her people. She has already gotten some lessons in communicating the Gospel clearly and she is super excited. I have arranged for her to have some more lessons in the coming week. TikTok is widely used among the Somali community. Let’s pray that the Lord will use her channel to reach her people with the Good News. May many come to believe that Jesus is Lord.
Courage, wisdom, and hope.
UPGs of the Sahel: Across the vast Sahel, millions of people live in remote or tightly closed communities with almost no access to the Gospel, and are, humanly speaking, cut off from the message of Christ. Meanwhile, the few Christians here face immense pressure from extremist violence, social rejection, and discrimination. Pray that these believers would remain steadfast in their faith and be filled with courage, wisdom, and hope. Ask God to protect the few able to serve in these difficult areas. Pray that the Light-bearers would shine the Light of Jesus into the darkness and even in the midst of suffering, hearts would be changed.
Radio Broadcast Ministry — That They May Know His Name
Makhuwa Nahara of Mozambique: Our radio broadcasts are currently going through the Gospels to proclaim that Jesus is the Christ and Saviour. The team has been showing how Jesus fulfilled every detail of the Passover Lamb — in his character, his life, and his entry into Jerusalem — drawing these connections directly from Exodus to demonstrate that he is the sacrifice for sin. This coming week, the broadcast will focus on a specific element from The Song of Moses: the name of God. The Song declares that the LORD is Yahweh. They will connect this Name of God to John 8, when Jesus told the Pharisees, “Before Abraham was, I AM” — the name Yahweh, applied to himself. In doing so, Jesus declared himself to be God. Pray that the connection between the name of God in The Song of Moses and Jesus’ words in John 8 will open hearts to the truth of who Jesus is. Pray that those hearing this truth for the first time in their own heart language will grasp why Jesus’ blood alone is sufficient to pay for sin — because it is the blood of God. Ask that this radio ministry would reach into the spiritually dark, unreached areas.
Village Outreach
Antakarana of Madagascar: Pray for an upcoming outreach by a local church group in Ambilobe to Antakarana villages. Ask God to prepare hearts to receive His Word and to give the outreach team wisdom, love, and boldness as they share the gospel. Pray for eager listeners, meaningful conversations, and the building of relationships with village residents. May many who have not yet heard or understood the good news of Jesus Christ come to faith in Him. Ask that new believers would be connected with more mature believers who can encourage them to grow as disciples.
Worldview shifting
African Diaspora: This past weekend, two women from our team had several deep conversations with “Lydia” who has been part of our wider community for a number of years and joined our “Petit Group” (small group of Christian and Muslim women who read the Bible and discuss it) about two years ago. Recently, she has faced a serious illness that has often left her bedridden. During visits with her, our teammates read Scripture and prayed. She later shared that she experienced a remarkable sense of peace and has felt significantly better since. As conversations continued, she reflected, “This illness has helped me understand God more deeply. I no longer see suffering the way I once did. I believe I can pour out my heart to Him. I wonder if my worldview is beginning to change.” Please pray for “Lydia” as she continues seeking God and wrestling with questions of faith. Pray that the truth she is encountering would take deep root and bear lasting fruit, and that the Lord would continue to reveal Himself to her. Also pray for healing, strength, and protection from any spiritual opposition that would seek to hinder her journey.
Discipleship Network
Nyang’atom of South Sudan: An active discipleship network now extends to the Ethiopian border among the Nyang’atom. Churches are currently being rebuilt, and new ones are being launched. Believers are engaging in house-to-house evangelism and visits. As a result, the number of believers is increasing, and the area is opening up to the Gospel. This region faces a high influence from groups that do not proclaim the Gospel of salvation by grace through faith in Christ alone. There is ongoing persecution and oppression of minority Christians. Due to the harsh realities of the land, attention to farming responsibilities can make it difficult for the church to remain functional. Pray that God’s Spirit will dwell in this place and raise up strong pastors and disciples. Pray for love and peace to restrain persecution in the region.
Path of Life
Datooga of Tanzania: In Central Tanzania, a large group of former nomads called the Datooga live. They farm and keep animals. Datooga are very proud of their culture. The Datooga are animists and communicate with their ancestors through the spirits. Very few children go to school and illiteracy is common. Pray Proverbs 4:18-19 for the Datooga—that they would see “The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full light of day. But the way of the wicked is like deep darkness, they do not know what makes them stumble.”
New Oral Translation Programme
Jiye of South Sudan: Praise the Lord that there is active evangelism taking place in the region, especially through visiting teams. God is opening up new areas for ministry among cattle camps, and old churches are currently being restored. Additionally, an Oral Bible Translation programme will be launching soon for the area. Pray for the challenges of long distances and poor communication networks that make consistent follow-up difficult. Local communities face severe hunger and thirst, leader training remains inadequate, and a conservative mindset is slowing down the progress of new work. Please pray that kindness and love will prevail among the people. Pray also that the necessary resources for transport, food, and training will be provided to open this entire area for the Gospel.
Camels
Rendille of Kenya: The Rendille of northern Kenya are a traditionally nomadic people whose lives have long revolved around livestock, especially camels. Camels carry their belongings, provide milk, economic security, and remain an important symbol of Rendille identity. Pray especially for those who continue to follow the nomadic lifestyle. Pray for adequate resources for their herds and their children. Pray for sufficient rain. Pray that Jesus will draw these hard-to-reach nomads among the Rendille people to Himself and bless those who have accepted the call to go into the wilderness to find and share His Good News with these wanderers.
Pray for Indigenous Believers and Leadership
Nuba Mtn Muslim UPGs: Pray for existing believers among the O tribe and those emerging among the S. Ask God to empower them to lead peace-building efforts and share the gospel within their own communities. Pray for courage, wisdom, and protection as they step into leadership roles. May the God of Peace crush Satan’s schemes and empower these believers to stand firm. Ask that indigenous-led prayer houses would grow and multiply.
Celebration and Baptism
Amazigh of North Africa: Fourteen brothers from the countryside came down to visit us. They brought lunch with them, and we spent the day sharing food, praying, worshiping, and learning together. It was amazing to see how God is at work among them. What a true blessing and encouragement. It was especially exciting to witness their spiritual growth as they shared Scripture, testimonies, and encouragement with some new believers who are just beginning their journey of faith. Please pray as they plan to gather for a large celebration and baptism. Ask the Lord to strengthen these new believers, deepen their faith, and unite them in love and boldness.
Living Stones
Antakarana of Madagascar: In a village on Nosy Mitsio, local believers are petitioning the village elders for a small plot of land where they can build a simple church and gather for worship and fellowship. The elders are concerned that granting permission could upset the king. Pray that God would grant the believers favor with the village leaders and open the way for this request to be approved. More importantly, pray that the people in the village would have many opportunities to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ, that hearts would be receptive to the Gospel, and that a growing community of “living stones” would be built, established, and strengthened for God’s glory.
No Voice
Somalis of East Africa and Diaspora: Recently, my “person of peace” invited me to her house to offer counseling to “Mary.” When I met her four years ago, she was full of energy despite her circumstances—having four children and living with a depressed husband who beat her. She shared that the villagers had been hurling insults at her. They would call her a madwoman while she was on her way to the market, to the point that she now believes she is one. She told me that her veil covers the tears and pain, and that it has become her best companion. She told me, “women in my faith are suffering too much and have no voice.” She asked me to pray, and I asked Jesus to heal her husband and children. As we were escorting her to get her transport back to her village, I told her that whenever she feels defeated and fearful, she should call on the Name of Jesus. I don’t know how she took it, but I asked her to give it a try.
Farming and Faith
UPGs of the Sahel: Please pray for two workers traveling this week to support an ongoing ministry among the S. people. This opportunity has come through a local believer whose faith journey began at one of our centres in Europe. During this trip, they will provide sustainable agriculture training to vulnerable communities, helping families develop practical skills that can strengthen livelihoods and food security. Please pray for protection, good health, and safe travel throughout their journey. Ask the Lord to grant wisdom, discernment, and favour in every meeting and activity. Pray that hearts would be open to the gospel and that meaningful, Christ-centred relationships would be built within the community. May the Holy Spirit move powerfully among the S., bringing hope, transformation, and spiritual growth across the Sahel. Pray also that the agricultural training would have a lasting impact, equipping families and communities to flourish both now and in the future.
Those in Prison
Arabs of North Africa: Please pray over those who are still in prison for their faith in Jesus. Also lift up those who have been released according to their sentence—that they would be welcomed back into the arms of the loving family of God. That they would be cared for and continue to share His name with all those around them. May their time in prison not be wasted, but be used for His glory. We heard from the wife of one of our imprisoned brothers that two days ago his mother went to be with the Lord. Please pray for his heart as he learns of this news. The wife is asking that he be released to attend the funeral. That would be a miracle, but let’s pray that happens.
Study Relaunch
Islanders: ‘Mary’ has studied on and off with a plateau team member, but the studies lost momentum during the fasting month. Meanwhile ‘Abigail’, Mary’s niece, has watched some stories online and is interested in seeing more. So we have relaunched the study, this time using a video that gives an overview of the whole story of the Word and how Jesus is the center of it all. Pray that they would respond well to the video, that it would convince them of their need for Jesus.
Gospel Access in the Sahel
UPGs of the Sahel: The Sahel is home to dozens of large unreached people groups with little or no access to the gospel. Pray that God would open hearts among the Fulani, Tuareg, Songhai, Kanuri, and many others who have yet to hear the good news of Jesus. Ask the Lord to send laborers into these harvest fields and raise up local believers who can make disciples among their own people. Pray for spiritual breakthroughs that result in entire families and communities turning to Christ.
Hiking and Hope
African Diaspora: Praise the Lord for the “petit groupe” who recently took a trip together and had fun hiking and canoeing. The Lord opened up wonderful opportunities for these four believing ladies to share again the hope they have in Jesus with their five North African friends. And of course, they enjoyed Tajine, Couscous and mint tea! The five ladies have been studying the scriptures now for almost three years—some have even come to church. Please pray for spiritual breakthroughs—that this Jesus they read about in the gospels is not just a wonderful prophet, but that they would recognize him as their savior.
Bleating Sheep to Shedding of Blood
Arabs of North Africa: Many Arabs across North Africa celebrated Eid al-Adha last week, a holiday that commemorates Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son. Families gather to slaughter sheep and share meals as they reflect on the meaning of sacrifice and devotion to God. For our teams serving among this largely unreached people group, this season provides a natural opportunity to point friends and neighbors to the greater sacrifice God provided through Jesus Christ. As they join local families for meals and conversations, many have opportunity to sharing the good news that Jesus is the Lamb of God who was slain for the sins of the world. Pray that many would recognize Jesus as the true Lamb of God and receive Him as Lord and Savior.
Flaming Arrows
O of Kenya: Please pray for the believers from Muslim backgrounds in northern Kenya who are facing opposition and persecution from their local community. Ask that these trials would not weaken them, but instead strengthen their faith and grow the Church deep and strong. Pray against the ‘flaming arrows’ of fear, and ask that God would protect His people, anchoring them in a deep and abiding love for Jesus. Pray for those serving in frontline ministry, that they would be sustained, encouraged, and upheld through the prayers of others. Ask that God’s light would shine powerfully in this region, drawing many out of darkness and into the saving grace of Christ. And as we pray, let’s ask with expectation—that God would do far more than we can ask or imagine, building His Church and transforming lives even in the midst of opposition.
Translation Work in Exodus
Makhuwa Nahara of Mozambique: Our oral translation team has recently completed translating The Song of Moses as part of a larger translation project of the book of Exodus. The team is preparing for the much larger task of translating the entire New Testament orally. Two Gospels have been completed. Work of this kingdom significance rarely goes uncontested, and this season was no exception. The team pressed through a regional fuel shortage, a serious illness among one of their young children, and personal burdens carried by their leader for his son’s difficulties at college. Yet the Lord sustained them through it all. Fuel was provided, the child recovered, the son is working hard, and the translation was completed — described by the team as one of the richest and most meaningful passages they have worked on. Praise the Lord for His faithfulness! Pray for continued protection, endurance and spiritual insights for the Translators. Pray that the translated Word will be faithful and clear — carrying the full weight of its meaning. Pray that those who have never encountered the Word of God might hear it spoken in their own tongue, receive it with gladness, and be saved.
In Chains
Arabs of North Africa: Lord, we pray for those imprisoned because of their faith in Jesus. We ask for faithful endurance and for each one to live in the presence of the Spirit. For those who are bruised reeds and smoldering wicks, or for those who have denied you and have broken minds… gather them in your arms of compassion and heal them please, Jesus.
