REPUBLIC OF S AFRICA

Paul and Dorothy Grieve (Murchison) have been encouraged to see three ladies being baptised and brought into fellowship recently. Please pray that these new believers will grow in the knowledge of Christ. 

 

 

 

ZAMBIA

Eric McCaughren (Kitwe) keeps busy with preaching in various locations. During the second half of June (15-26) he will be taking ten two-hour sessions on ‘Reaching out with the gospel’. In July (2nd week) he will be involved in a Bible-teaching conference at Masaiti, and in August (9-15) he will speak at the Pan-African Conference. These are in addition to regular engagements. Pray that he will be given the right material for each occasion. Pray also for Obed Mwape, who regularly interprets for Eric and is involved in writing and translating. He has cancer and needs more treatment. Margaret continues to take the children’s Good News Club on Saturday mornings. However, the couple who live in the house in which they meet are moving out. Pray that the Lord will provide a suitable alternative.

ETHNIC MINORITIES

Malcolm and Hannah Coombes recently attended a conference for North African believers living in France and were encouraged by their enthusiasm in seeking to reach out to their fellow countrymen, in France and in their home countries. Malcolm had brought a lot of evangelistic literature for them to use and they were delighted to have this. Items which ran out are being sent on by post. Please pray for these North African believers as they witness to others from a Muslim background

JAPAN

David and Esther Dexter (Miyazaki) are planning special meetings on the 14th June and 26th July. Please pray that these will be times of blessing and encouragement for the believers and that unbelievers will be challenged.

PAKISTAN

There is concern about the current situation in Pakistan, with the increasing influence of the Taliban in parts of that land. There is increased tension and Christians are worried about their safety. Please pray for their protection and that the problems will not worsen.

THAILAND

Peter and Peggy Ferry (Phuket) report that Thailand is going through a difficult time this year. There is political turmoil and many people have lost their jobs. Also, in addition to the swine flu scare, there has been an outbreak of a mosquito-borne disease similar to dengue fever. Around 20,000 people have been hospitalised. Many are talking about the situation, so pray that Christians will use this opportunity to speak about their faith in the Lord. Pray also for Peter as he speaks at a family camp in Malaysia at the end of May, and then gives Bible teaching in Port Klang.

BAHAMAS

Mark and Carol Lacey are spending the next three weeks amongst the local churches in Abaco. During the last week of the trip Mark will be taking the ministry at Marsh Harbour Assembly’s annual camp. Pray for them as they travel around and seek to give encouragement and help to the believers. Pray also for Sterling and Troy, who will be looking after the Haven in their absence.

BRAZIL

Walter and Elizabeth Alexander (Vitoria)  ask for prayer for ‘F’, a believer who is struggling with a drink problem. A long time ago he used to take drugs, but he has remained drug-free for many years since his conversion at a rehabilitation centre. His wife is bitter and has been telling him he is not a true believer. Please pray for this man, that he will have assurance of salvation and that the Lord will help him to overcome his addiction.

Harry and Jean Reid advise that because of Harry’s recent illness they will not be able to visit Brazil this year. However, they hope to go back to Gort and Loughrea in the south of Ireland, where there is a large Brazilian community. Pray for them as they visit folk they have met previously and seek to make new contacts.

MEXICO

Eglon and Judith Harris (Orizaba) (right) report that 120 young people attended the recent camps. Ten of these made or confirmed their decisions for the Lord. Pray that they will continue to grow in their faith. A young people’s convention is now being planned, to be held in July. Your prayers would be valued for this also.

Pam Jewitt (Mexico City) (left) reports that another earthquake occurred in Mexico City last Friday, measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale. She and the staff at the children’s homes give thanks that the buildings do not seem to have suffered any damage and everyone is safe, although some are suffering from shock. She also says that the swine flu is officially over in the city, but precautions continue. Pray that things will soon return to normal and that the economy will improve.

FRANCE

Jonathan and Amanda Hanley, who moved to Dinan some months ago, have still not been able to sell their old house in Provence. One prospective buyer withdrew just before signing, which was a disappointment. Please pray that a buyer will be found soon.

Alison Packer (Laval) requests continued prayer for her health. Some of her old symptoms have returned, which is concerning. She has been back to the doctor and will see the surgeon on 5th June. Pray that they will find a solution. Pray too that Mike and Alison’s son, Sebastien, will find an employer for his day-release diploma, due to start in September. He is awaiting the results of an interview he had last week.

Ian and Francoise Newberry(Pierrelatte) are planning to move on 27th June to a flat above the church, but work still needs to be done to make it habitable. Pray that everything will be ready in time. Pray also for Olivier and Prescille, a couple from the church who plan to start up a monthly youth activity.

REPUBLIC OF IRELAND

Noel and Liza McMeekin are planning various outreach activities during the summer and hope to get young people involved. Pray that the Lord will bring together suitable teams of helpers.

ITALY

Paul and Nesta Volle (Motespertoli) mention that the church is holding a special outreach to coincide with the annual Wine-Tasting Festival in Montespertoli, which this year is being held from 24th to 31st May. They will have displays and book tables inside the church hall to encourage people to come in. Please pray for their testimony during this time.

LOCAL

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