Pray

October 2022: Regular Size; Large Print
September 2022: Regular Size; Large Print

Saturday October 1
from: ReFrame Ministries: English ministry

Pray with Didi, who recently shared a request with our prayer team: “Pray for my son; he is a substance user and has really gone astray. He has been stealing all my stuff at home. I want God to give us peace as a family and to help us deal with this matter.”

Sunday October 2
from: Race Relations: All Nations Heritage Sunday

Psalm 133:1 exclaims, "How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity!" Join with CRC churches in celebrating All Nations Heritage Sunday. Pray for All Nations Heritage scholarship recipients, a diverse group of student leaders pursuing their educational goals at higher learning institutions affiliated with the CRCNA.

Monday October 3
from: Resonate Global Mission: Philippines

Resonate missionaries Stan and Bessie Kruis ask you to pray for the Christian Reformed Church in the Philippines. Ask God to continue to work in and through this denomination.

Tuesday October 4
from: World Renew: Gender justice

God sees each one of us as a “whole person”— his imagebearer created with inherent value. But during times of social upheaval such as the pandemic, women and girls in many developing countries face increased gender-based injustices, making them even more economically vulnerable than usual. May God give us wisdom as we strive to achieve justice for all.

Wednesday October 5
from: Indigenous Christian Fellowship: Healing

We serve a community haunted by the legacy of residential schools in Canada; most of the survivors of those institutions live in Saskatchewan. That legacy is painfully evident in the violence, addictions, mental health, and even suicides of survivors and their children and grandchildren. Pray for healing and for the Holy Spirit’s help in ministry with Indigenous peoples.

Thursday October 6
from: ReFrame: Japan

Pray for Taka and other people who are unable to access print devotions and yet have been able to receive audio devotions from our partners around the world. “I praise the name of the Lord,” Taka shared. “My day begins with your devotional program. I am completely blind due to glaucoma, but I am able to walk with gratitude and joy, thanks to the Word of God.”

Friday October 7
from: Resonate: Training

Give thanks for a fruitful Educational Care training led by Resonate missionary Mark Wiersma and his team of local facilitators. Pray for the educators who participated as they put into practice what they have learned.

Saturday October 8
from: World Renew: West Africa

Areas where our partners work continue to experience many attacks from violent extremist organizations. Our West Africa ministry team is exploring the possible use of radio to reach more people while minimizing large gatherings and travel because of terrorism in the area. Please continue to pray for safety for our partners and for the communities affected by violence.

Sunday October 9
from: Women's Leadership: Development

As a new season of learning begins this fall, pray for women to take time for personal reflection, reading, study, growth, and relationships. It's not uncommon for women to neglect their development while they focus on ensuring that family members, church members, and coworkers have everything they need to succeed in the year ahead. May women be drawn to God and his Word for strength, encouragement, and spiritual growth.

Monday October 10
from: World Renew: Thanksgiving Day (Canada)

Even as we count our blessings and acknowledge God’s goodness, our hearts go out to so many in our world who are in need. We thank God for plentiful harvests, employment opportunities, freedom of choice, and the support of friends and family, and we ask for provision for all who are hungry, unemployed, alone, or mistreated.

Tuesday October 11
from: Resonate: Ottawa

Ryan Farrell, a Resonate partner campus minister at the University of Ottawa, asks you to pray for “creative and incarnational evangelism ideas” on campus.

Wednesday October 12
from: ReFrame: Burkina Faso

Give thanks that about 100 people are attending a new church plant in Kaya, a city in Burkina Faso where ReFrame’s partners have three radio stations to air their programs, as well as a follow-up staff member. Pray for the safety and well-being of Clemente, a new church member who fled her hometown amid violence there.

Thursday October 13
from: Safe Church: Awareness and care

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month in the United States. (In Canada, November is Family Violence Awareness month.) Pray for people in relationships characterized by fear, emotional intimidation, and physical or sexual violence and abuse. Pray also that CRC congregations may become places of healing and restoration, reflecting the love and care of Jesus.

Friday October 14
from: Centre for Public Dialogue: Leadership

Pray for Members of Parliament this fall as they decide policies for the good of Canada and nations around the globe. Pray too for the advocacy efforts of the Centre for Public Dialogue, that justice will “roll down like waters” in Canada’s systems.

Saturday October 15
from: Resonate: British Columbia

Give thanks for the many people who have found a faith community through The Tapestry: Nights, a Resonate church-plant partner in British Columbia. Ask God to continue bringing people into this community.

Sunday October 16
from: Disability Concerns: Disability Awareness Sunday

Pray for churches’ participation in Disability Awareness Sunday, asking that this time leads to greater understanding of ableism and greater belonging for people with disabilities.

Monday October 17
from: World Renew: World Hunger Awareness

Every October, thousands of people around the globe recognize and participate in World Hunger Awareness in honor of the founding of the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization in 1945. Join us in praying that all who are hungry may experience a fuller relationship with our Great Provider who brings healing, righteousness, and hope.

Tuesday October 18
from: Resonate: South Asia

Resonate missionaries serving in South Asia ask you to pray for deepening relationships with neighbors. Ask the Holy Spirit to provide opportunities to share the gospel.

Wednesday October 19
from: ReFrame: Indonesia

Pastor Setyo said he has noticed positive change in the youth group gatherings at his church after encouraging students to use devotions from our Indonesian ministry partners. “Aldo, a student who rarely attended youth services, is now very enthusiastic and is present at every community meeting and also in youth worship,” he shared. Praise God for the positive ways we can use technology to share the gospel.

Thursday October 20
from: World Renew: Hunger

In poverty-heavy communities, people often struggle to grow enough food, find clean water, rebuild after a disaster, and deal with injustice. We praise God for the opportunity to come together as one in Christ to love our neighbors and to foster justice, love, and mercy in our work with partners and congregations.

Friday October 21
from: Resonate: Michigan

A student recently committed to follow Christ after connecting with International Campus Ministry, a Resonate partner at Western Michigan University. Please pray for her as she continues to grow as a disciple of Christ.

Saturday October 22
from: Faith Formation: Connection

Pray for people who feel disconnected from God and for whom faith seems little more than going through religious motions. May God sustain them and meet with them, giving them hope and deep-rooted assurance in this season.

Sunday October 23
from: Chaplaincy and Care: Spiritual Care Week

Throughout Canada and the United States, chaplains and institutions celebrate Spiritual Care Week Oct. 23-29, in which organizations and institutions recognize the ministry of spiritual caregivers in their midst. Please pray alongside our 155 chaplains and spiritual care practitioners as they share their stories and celebrate their ministries in their local communities.

Monday October 24
from: ReFrame: Portuguese ministry

Lilliana, one of our Portuguese-ministry listeners, recently moved to a new country after losing her eldest daughter. Pray that she will adjust to her new life there and feel God’s peace. “I need a lot of prayers, and I have faith in our wonderful God,” she shared.

Tuesday October 25
from: Resonate: Mexico

Pray for Abraham, a young adult whom Resonate missionary James Lee is discipling in Mexico. Abraham has a servant heart, said James, and is passionate about sharing the gospel with friends. Ask the Holy Spirit to work in and through Abraham.

Wednesday October 26
from: World Renew: Disaster Response Services (DRS)

Disasters such as the devastating floods that swept through communities in Kentucky in late July can cause more than structural damage. People who suffer loss are often left confused, hopeless, distressed, and feeling forgotten long after the disaster has passed. Please pray for the families in Kentucky still reeling from the impacts of flooding.

Thursday October 27
from: Raise Up: Global Coffee Break: Training

Pray for the Engaging Spiritual Conversations workshop being hosted virtually today through Nov. 17. Participants and leaders will discuss how to have spiritual conversations with people around them wherever they are, and they will be practicing what they’ve learned each week. Pray for opportunities to share with people who need to hear God’s hope.

Friday October 28
from: Resonate: Cohorts

Give thanks for the many young adults who are participating in Resonate’s discipleship opportunities, like cohorts in Detroit, Central America, and the Middle East. Pray for these participants as they explore what it means to join God on mission.

Saturday October 29
from: ReFrame: Chinese ministry

Yijun still remembers the hopeless and suicidal feelings he had in his dorm because of pressures he felt as a student. Now, many years later, he is sharing his story in a collection of testimonies from our Chinese ministry team. Pray that these testimonies will reach many Chinese speakers with the hope of the gospel.

Sunday October 30
from: Calvin Theological Seminary: Peace

Pray for students, faculty, and staff as they navigate school, families, and other obligations this semester. Pray that they may find healthy rhythms. Stress levels can get high, so please pray that they may be able to take time with the One who will give them rest (Matt. 11:28).

Monday October 31
from: Communications: Reformation Day

On this date in 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the door of All Saints’ Church in Wittenberg, Germany, starting the tide of change in Christian thought and teaching that we call the Reformation. Ask the Holy Spirit today to bring light, truth, and love into our discussions and interactions within the family of God and with all people.