At least 12 people, including three children, have died after a landslide sank two boats docked at a river port in central Peru, with dozens of others missing, officials said.
The landslide submerged two vessels at the port of Iparia in the Amazon jungle region of Ucayali, according to a police report cited by the Andina news agency.
🎥 COER, Santiago Romani 💻 Beatrice Debut
✝️ Christians in Nigeria Are Refusing to Be Victims — They’re Turning to Jesus in the Midst of Genocide
In a land where Christian blood flows freely, hope is rising. As genocidal attacks erupt across Nigeria — churches burned, believers murdered, families destroyed — thousands of Christians are responding not with revenge, but with repentance and worship.
Across the Middle Belt and Northern regions, Christian communities are refusing to bow under pressure. Former militants, once complicit in atrocities, are now surrendering to Christ and becoming gospel-preachers. Widows, whose husbands were brutally slaughtered, are being healed and raised up. Entire villages marked for massacre are turning into prayer-houses of revival.
One ministry working on the ground reports that convoys of newly born-again believers are traveling through devastated regions — not carrying weapons, but Bibles. They go to destroyed church ruins, gather believers, and worship with songs, prayers, and faith testimonies. What the enemy meant for horror, God is turning into His harvest.
Meanwhile, attacks continue: just last week militants struck another church — killing more, kidnapping worshippers, leaving terror in their wake.
Yet rather than cower, Nigerian Christians are rising. They say this genocide may be meant to erase them — but instead it’s forging a remnant defined by faith, not fear.
Why this matters for every believer:
* It proves that persecution doesn’t extinguish the gospel — it refines it.
* It shows that spiritual warfare is real, but so is spiritual victory.
* It warns that global Christianity is no longer a bystander. This is **war**.
If Nigeria — facing genocide — can respond with faith, love, worship, and repentance, Christians everywhere have no excuse to remain passive.
Now is the time for the Church worldwide to stand with Nigeria — pray, speak out, support — and remember this: the same power that raised Christ from the dead is alive in His people.
#ChristianNews #Christian #Nigeria
🚨URGENT: Please pray for Andrew Wolfe, the National Guardsman that was shot in DC. His family is asking for a miracle as he fights for his life.
“God… we humble come before you in the mighty name of Jesus. And we ask for a miracle of complete healing and recovery for Andrew. We declare LIFE over him right now… and we ask you to comfort his family, give them peace beyond understanding. We ask that you would turn this tragedy the enemy meant for evil, into something good, like only you can do.
And we pray for protection over all of the National Guard, ICE, Border Patrol and LEO’s that leave their families every day to protect and serve all of us… in Jesus name, Amen” 🙏🏽
Urgent prayer for Hong Kong - November 26
At least 36 (update 55) (update 128) people have been killed in a major fire engulfing apartment blocks in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, with 279 people not accounted for.
They provide 1,984 apartments for some 4,600 residents, according to the 2021 government census.
The Home Affairs Department has since opened several community centres as temporary shelters, with some schools also made available for relocation.
One survivor said the following: "I don't even know how I feel right now. I'm just thinking about where I'm going to sleep tonight because I probably won't be able to go back home."
Please pray all survivors will be found. Pray the firefighters can extinguish this fire quickly. Pray for all those traumatized by loss of family members.
Fifty of the 303 schoolchildren abducted from a Catholic school in north-central Nigeria’s Niger state have escaped captivity and are now with their families, the school authority said Sunday, as the pope called for the immediate release of those still missing.
A total of 253 schoolchildren and 12 teachers are still being held by the kidnappers.
Nigeria has been reeling from a spate of attacks in the past weeks, raising tension in the West African nation grappling with widespread insecurity and religious violence.
LATEST: https://cbn.com/news/world/pope-calls-kidnappers-nigeria-free-265-students-teachers-after-50-pupils-escape
As the relentless massacre of Christians in Nigeria grieves thousands around the world, violence against believers in Mozambique and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is also surging after extremists affiliated with the Islamic State claimed responsibility for slaughtering Christians in the latest spate of jihadist violence. Between both countries, 20 Christians are reported to have been beheaded in recent weeks.
According to the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), the Islamic State Central Africa Province (ISCAP) claimed responsibility for violent assaults on Christian villages in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where 18 people were beheaded.
READ MORE: https://cbn.com/news/world/20-christians-beheaded-more-killed-jihadists-democratic-republic-congo-mozambique
Prayer Focus – November 24-30, 2025
The Philippines Territory
Territorial Leader: Colonel David & Elsa Oalang
Chief Secretary: Lieut-Colonel Nelia Almenario
Prayer Requests:
· Recovery of families affected by disasters. During the past months, different areas were devastated by strong typhoons. In fact, there was a time when three typhoons entered the country consecutively. The 6.9. magnitude earthquake in Cebu claimed lives and destroyed properties.
· Active officer manpower shortfall – please pray that for more young people to respond to the call for Officership.
· Succession plan of the Territory. Training of leaders on all levels of ministry is one of the Ten Territorial Priorities.
· Financial sustainability. May God bless the Territory's business ventures and may the generous lifestyle programme continue to become part of every soldier and officer's spiritual principle.
· Implementation of the territorial strategic plan.
Prayer for Sudan - November 15
The ongoing civil war in Sudan, which began in April 2023, has resulted in an estimated more than 150,000 deaths over two and a half years. The conflict has spiraled into the world's largest humanitarian and displacement crisis, with millions facing famine conditions.
More than 12 million people have been forced to flee their homes, creating the world's largest displacement. Over half of Sudan's population—more than 30 million people—needs humanitarian assistance.
Please pray for the displaced and for humanitarian aid get to the people. Pray for healing as many have been subjected to abuse, beatings, women and young girls raped. This must stop now!
Armed men attacked a Catholic school in a western region of Nigeria early Friday morning, kidnapping dozens of schoolchildren and staff. The incident happened at St. Mary’s School in the Papiri community, according to officials. Local media reports suggest 52 schoolchildren were taken.
The Niger State Police Command said the abductions occurred despite prior intelligence warnings. Military and security forces have been deployed to the area. This attack follows a similar incident on Monday in Kebbi state, where 25 schoolgirls were abducted.
The perpetrators in this case are currently unidentified. But at least 1,500 students have been abducted in the region since Boko Haram jihadi extremists seized 276 Chibok schoolgirls more than a decade ago.
MORE ABOUT NIGERIA: Muslim Tribal Group Kills 25 Christians in Nigeria: 'Lord, Please Come to Our Aid' - https://cbn.com/news/world/muslim-tribal-group-kills-25-christians-nigeria-lord-please-come-our-aid
PHOTO: The dormitories where gunmen kidnapped school children in Kebbi, Nigeria, Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Deeni Jibo)
Look who’s all smiles because she gets to go home today!
Praising God for His hand of protection and healing over Kelsie!
So grateful for Dr. Trento and his medical team of amazing and competent assistants, anesthesiologists, and nurses who took such excellent care of Kelsie during and after her heart surgery!
Thanks again to Kelsie’s army of prayer warriors, and all who supported us with visits, calls, texts, and acts of encouragement! Grateful and blessed!
Prayer Focus – November 17-23, 2025
Middle East Region (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, UAE)
Regional leaders: Majors Doug and Janet Newman (NZFTS) Assistant Regional Leaders: Majors AmyJo and Paul Ferguson (USC)
MDE Region
Founded in faith, inspired by hope, and serving in love; The Salvation Army Middle East Region prays that God would continue to empower our faithful witness as we seek to grow saints throughout the Middle East. We praise God for the continued support of our partners in mission and for all those whose gifts help sustain The Salvation Army’s ministry throughout Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates.
Prayer Requests:
· As regional conflicts with international implications flare across our region, we are praying for reconciliation and peace in the Middle East. We also pray for the safety of the officers and soldiers who live and work in this area of the world and hold sacred our Christian calling to be peacemakers and reconcilers.
· We ask for continued prayer for official recognition and registration of The Salvation Army within the countries of the Middle East. We pray specifically for registration in the country of Bahrain where our regional headquarters is located.
· We pray for wisdom and perseverance in addressing the many challenges of operating within the context of the Middle East. Pray with us that our work would be sustainable and that we might leave a legacy of faith, hope, and love.
Bahrain
Registration of the Salvation Army here in Bahrain slowly continues its course. Nothing happens quickly here but we are in regular contact with our government contact and we are assured that everything is progressing. We have two corps here in Bahrain, a Tamil Corps and an International Corps. The international corps attendees are mainly from north Africa and are the victims of MSHT having paid money on the promise of work which doesn’t eventuate when they arrive. This ministry is heartbreaking and when we obtain registration, we feel we will be able to significantly speak into this situation.
Prayer Requests:
· The registration will be processed soon, and Bahrain can stand as a new country officially flying the Salvation Army flag as an independent Christian church.
· The compassion and understanding would prevail as authorities deal with those tricked and trafficked into both Bahrain and the Gulf region as a whole.
Kuwait
Whilst Christian worship within the church compound that we are in, can happen with relative freedom, outside those walls is a different story. The authorities are very strict around gatherings and any form of fellowship that might be considered a Christian activity. Any form of public celebration of Christian events such as Christmas or Easter is very quickly attended resulting in severe consequences such as arrest, imprisonment and deportation.
Prayer Requests:
· We pray that Christians would not be persecuted for expressing their faith and worship of Jesus. That peace and the true meaning of tolerance would prevail as people of faith work and worship in the same country.
Oman
God has been good to The Salvation Army in Oman which is led by passionate and capable soldiers. We thank God for raising up leaders to continue the mission in Oman. We praise God for the interdenominational support and cooperation that we experience within the church compounds in Oman. We are blessed to see an increase in children’s ministry and the number of children and youth in our corps who love to learn about Jesus and use their gifts and talents to praise him.
Prayer Requests
· Praying for the corps leaders in Oman. May God renew their strength as they serve faithfully in the name of Jesus. We also pray for more leaders and helpers. As the demands of the ministry increase may the burdens of each leader grow lighter by the miracle of God’s grace and provision.
· We pray for the resources to continue to disciple and grow the youth in the corps of Oman. There is a specific need for Christian education material in both Tamil and English.
United Arab Emirates
We are thankful for the grace which allows us to continue our ministry in the United Arab Emirates. We praise God that Salvationists from around the world can come to this country and benefit from the many opportunities available to them and that while they are here there is a place for them to serve and worship in The Salvation Army.
Prayer Requests
· Pray for a worship space in Abu Dhabi. We are praying specifically for a chapel to be available and for the necessary approvals to worship there to come soon.
Pray that the congregation in Abu Dhabi would grow and flourish as a space to worship opens.
· The ministry in the United Arab Emirates must be sustainable. Pray for the freedoms and resources to continue serving the soldiers who are living and working here.
An update on Dan: Due to weakness in his legs, Dan was admitted to the hospital on Saturday. Please pray that with the help of physical therapy he will regain his strength so that he can walk safely and come home. He is at Santiam Hospital in Stayton receiving very good care. 🙏❤️
At least 25 Christians have been gruesomely murdered in the last 2 weeks as the ongoing genocide in Nigeria continues.
Nigeria remains one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a Christian, according to Open Doors' 2025 World Watch List. In a recent report, the organization noted that of the 4,476 Christians killed recently for their faith worldwide, 3,100 or 69 percent took place in Nigeria.
According to several reports, it has been a non-stop rampage as Nigeria's Middle Belt is littered with the corpses of slain Christians.
Rev. Simon Nbach of Flaming Fire Ministry in Anwule, Benue state, Nigeria, was among 10 Christians killed by Muslim herdsmen on Nov. 3. During the attacks, the extremists also burned down a Catholic Church building and destroyed dozens of homes.
Since 2009, 52,000 Christians have been killed in the country, and as CBN News reported, one of the worst attacks came during this summer. In June, an estimated 200 Nigerian Christians were killed after heavily armed Fulani jihadists attacked villages in Yelwata, in Guma County, Benue State.
FULL STORY: https://cbn.com/news/world/muslim-tribal-group-kills-25-christians-nigeria-lord-please-come-our-aid
So, Charlie did a thing and enlisted in the National Guard. I'm proud of him and grateful to the Lord for him. Please join me in praying for him!
A father and daughter were killed in a small plane crash on Monday in Florida, which was bound for Jamaica on a hurricane relief mission, according to their ministry.
Alexander Wurm, 53, and his 22-year-old daughter, Serena Wurm, died after the aircraft crashed into a waterway in a residential area of Coral Springs, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale.
Ignite the Fire Ministry released a statement on Monday night, saying Alexander Wurm was known for his "warmth and unwavering kindness" and that he "devoted his life to serving others."
"Throughout his life, Alex travelled extensively, reaching various countries and continents, where he tirelessly worked to bring faith, compassion, and support to those in need. His legacy of faith and compassion touched countless lives," the ministry added.
The ministry said Serena Wurm, "following in her father's footsteps, was a beacon of empathy and hope, inspiring all with her commitment to humanitarian work."
Adding that, "Together, their final journey embodied selflessness and courage, reminding us of the power of service and love."
Alexander and Serena Wrum are survived by their wife and mother, Candace, and two children, son James, 17, and daughter Christiana, 20.
From ABC News
🥲This year has been characterized by significant challenges. My only sister, Shawn Elizabeth O’Leary, passed away in her sleep on Monday morning at the young age of 64. Moving back to East Lansing over a year ago, Shawn found peace and community with her ELHS classmates and wonderful cousins. She recently experienced heart issues, and in typical O’Leary style, kept it low key. 🫶🏼🏀🍀
Hey everyone…. Jason M. needs prayer. In a big big way. He hasn’t been well. Struggling mental illness and has been living on the streets/in homeless shelters these last few weeks. He and Michelle moved to Wisconsin a few months ago. The forecast is snow tonight. No one has heard from him for at least 24 hours and texts/phone calls aren’t going through. Please pray for him - for his safety and that God will bring him to the help he needs.
Prayer Focus – November 10-16, 2025
Eastern Europe Territory (Moldova, Georgia, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine)
Territorial Leaders: Colonels João Paulo & Karin Ramos
Chief Secretary: Lieut-Colonel David Kotrikadze
TSLD & Sec for Personnel: Lieut-Colonel Anna Kotrikadze
Prayer Requests:
· Boldness in Evangelism: Pray that soldiers and officers will be confident in the power of the Gospel - anytime and anywhere without fear or shame.
· Spiritual Renewal: Ask God to bring revival to every corps and region.
· Unity and Wisdom in Leadership Pray that the strategic plan will be inspired by the Holy Spirit, not just human reasoning; that leaders will hear God’s voice, see the bigger picture, and lead with love and humility.
· Faithfulness and Maturity of Soldiers Pray that every soldier will live a consecrated life, serving as examples of holiness, sacrifice, and commitment to ministry.
· Mission-Fitting Buildings and Quarters Pray for God’s provision of suitable buildings and officer quarters, and for wisdom to review current resources so that all facilities align with the mission.
· The Next Generation Pray that God will raise up new leaders — young officers, soldiers, musicians, and preachers — to carry the mission forward with fresh strength and vision.
Moldova
Prayer Requests:
· Give thanks to God for the growing number of children and young people participating in divisional events.
· Pray for Moldova’s political situation in the aftermath of the recent elections.
· Pray for the new Divisional Leaders as they begin their appointments — asking God to grant them wisdom, courage, and boldness.
Georgia
Prayer Requests:
· Give thanks for the dedicated officers who serve faithfully and work together for the advancement of God’s Kingdom.
· Pray for the political situation, which continues to impact the country’s financial stability.
· Pray for the current divisional leaders as they prepare to leave for international service, and for the new divisional leaders who will begin their appointments in January 2026.
Romania
Prayer Requests:
· Give thanks for the ministry of the small but faithful group of officers serving in Romania.
· Pray for more Romanian-speaking officers to be raised up to strengthen the work.
· Pray for the new Divisional Leaders as they begin their appointments, asking God to grant them wisdom, courage, and boldness.
Bulgaria
Prayer Requests:
· Give thanks to those who have recently joined the corps, became soldiers, and taken on new responsibilities.
· Pray for financial sustainability so the work in Bulgaria can grow and be strengthened.
· Pray for the new Regional Officers as they begin their appointments, asking God to grant them wisdom, courage, and boldness.
Ukraine
Prayer Requests:
· Give thanks for the courage and dedication of our officers and corps leaders who serve under immense daily pressure.
· Pray for God’s provision and wisdom in developing greater financial sustainability to support the mission long-term.
· Pray for peace in Ukraine — that the world leaders will find a solution to end the war, so innocent people may live in safety and with hope for the future.
Update on typhoon aftermath - Philippines - November 7
The death toll from widespread flooding and devastation caused by Typhoon Kalmaegi in the country’s central region has risen to at least 114 with 127 people reported missing, many of them in a hard-hit province still recovering from a deadly earthquake.
Most of the deaths were reported in the central province of Cebu, which was pummeled by Kalmaegi on Tuesday, setting off flash floods and causing a river and other waterways to overflow.
Please continue to pray for rescue teams in their recovery efforts. Pray for families who lost loved ones from the typhoon. Pray that more individuals will be found.
Prayer Focus – November 03-09, 2025
Latin America North Territory
Territorial Leaders: Colonels Leonardo & Evangelina Fernandez
Chief Secretary: Lieut-Colonel Juan Mercado
TSWM/TSLD: Lieut-Colonel Lydia Mercado
Deuteronomy 30:9; The LORD your God will make you abound in all the work of your hand.
Prayer Requests:
· For soldiers, with gratitude to God for their faithfulness and commitment to the mission. Pray that they will be sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit and obedient to God's call to full time service in all areas of life.
· For officers, who are facing weakened family economies, yet remain steadfast in their unwavering commitment and dedication to ministry.
· For the cadets,
· For new candidates, men and women who are called to serve the Lord as officers in The Salvation Army. We pray for a renewed movement of calling and response, and for the strengthening of the officer force across the Territory where the need is great.
· For the Territorial Prayer Gathering, asking for a special time of visitation from the Holy Spirit
· For the Ordination and Commissioning Meeting, “Champions of the Mission”, to be held in December. Pray for safe travels and a victorious time as we celebrate this important event.
· For the Cadets, Officers, and their families at College For Officer Training in Cuba, who are enduring difficult circumstances due to power outages and food shortages yet continue with a spirit of service and deep worship.
· For the officers and people in Venezuela who are navigating significant political, social, and financial instability. May God sustain them and provide peace, strength, and provision.
· For the situation in Nicaragua and our current status with the government, amid the risk of being banned like thousands of other NGOs. We pray especially for a highly impactful social project currently underway, which is transforming the lives of hundreds of people.
· For more souls, and for new ways and opportunities to share the gospel across the 10 countries of the Territory.
· For the new Strategic Plan 2026–2030; for vision, discernment, and progress for the Army.
· For new income-generating initiatives and funding opportunities that will expand ministry impact and improve living conditions for those we serve.
· May the Lord grant wisdom, discernment, strength, physical health, and peace to territorial leaders, Colonels Fernandez and Mercado, so they may lead his people according to His will.
· For the country of Cuba, which throughout the year 2025, has faced serious problems with the electrical service affecting all aspects of life.
· For the physical health of our officers and their families at the territorial level.
· For the department of Women’s Ministries who, in the month of October, celebrated various activities which had a transformative impact on the lives of women and their families for Christ.
· Let us celebrate a special time of prayer under the theme INCLUSION at the Territorial Prayer Gathering on Friday 7 November 2025.
· For the economy in each country to know how to administer the blessings of the Lord
BREAKING: American Christian teacher Kevin Rideout was taken by armed men in Niger.
A father of four, Kevin was helping local communities and supporting fellow Christians. He was taken in the middle of the night, and his last known location was near a high-risk area.
Pray for Kevin’s safe return. Pray for strength for his family. What’s happening to Christians in parts of the world should concern us all.
Please keep my dad in your prayers 🙏🏽 he’s been in the hospital since last Wednesday. Stable but has a long road to recovery.
“Please pray for Major Patti Bradley and Major Beth Saunders who both have hip replacement surgery tomorrow.”
Prayer Focus 27 October – 02 November 2025
Territorial
Leaders:
Colonel Jabulani
Khoza - Territorial Commander
Colonel Fikile
Khoza - Territorial President of Women’s Ministries
Major Laurindo
Nombora - Chief Secretary
Captain Luisa
Nombora - Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries
Praise:
·
We thank God for his faithfulness and
provision throughout the Territory.
·
We thank God for the entry of 10 cadets
at the training college in the Proclaimers of Transformation session
Prayer requests for our nation:
Prayer requests for our territory:
“Just heard of news that Allison was in a rollover accident.All the details we know are that she was cut out of her car and flighted over to UC Davis Hospital. We are at Officers Councils. Lynn and Claudia are on their way to see her.”
From General Lyndon Buckingham
“By now, many will have heard that I had a medical incident whilst celebrating the 95th anniversary with Hong Kong salvationists.
I was admitted to hospital where I received excellent intervention and treatment, in the form of heart angioplasty to clear a blocked artery.
I have responded to this procedure well and am expected to make a full recovery.
I have been discharged from hospital and am now resting, awaiting a follow up consultation with the cardiologist next Monday.
Bronwyn and I express our heartfelt gratitude for the many prayers and messages of support we have received since Saturday.
Our thanks to Territorial Leaders, Colonels Phil and Deslea Maxwell for their tremendous care and support.
We feel wrapped in the love of the global Salvation Army and give thanks to God for His providential care 🙏”
Prayer Focus 20 - 26 October 2025
Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands Territory
Territorial
Leaders:
Colonel Chris Goa
- Territorial Commander
Colonel Tilitah
Goa - Territorial President of Women’s Ministries
Lieut-Colonel
Garth Stevenson - Chief Secretary
Lieut-Colonel
Suzanne Stevenson - Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries
Thanking God:
·
Thank God for the territorial theme ‘Rebuild,
Restore, Renew – A Year of Revival’ and the many lives turning to Christ
through evangelism, camps, and youth prayer weekends. Give thanks for the theme
‘revival’, God’s spirit is moving powerfully across the territory, and we give
him all glory!
·
Praise God for the growth of prayer cells
among officers and soldiers, and for answered prayers.
·
Thank God for mission support funds for
the Solomon Islands, enabling essential quarters repairs and maintenance.
Prayer requests:
·
Please pray for
the visit of the General and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham in November 2026. During
the visit, they will be visiting the Solomon Islands for the 15th year
Anniversary Congress and Papua New Guinea (Port Moresby) for the 70th
Anniversary Congress with the ordination and commissioning of the Proclaimers
of Transformation session. Please pray for smooth preparations for our world
leaders and within the territory, as there will be much travelling for our soldiers
and officers into Port Moresby for these events. Pray that God’s presence and
blessing be over this sacred occasion.
·
Pray for the
territorial theme ‘Rebuild, Restore, Renew’, which has guided us from
2021–2025. In 2026, the territory will continue focusing on the themes of
regeneration, reclamation and revival. The theme for 2027 will be ‘Redeemed’
and this will be launched by the General and Commissioner Bronwyn
Buckingham during the congress and commissioning events in November 2026.
Please stand with us in praying that all divisions, districts, and centres
be engaged fully, embracing the theme in all areas of mission and ministry
across the territory for revival to be experienced in the lives of all
Salvationists, soldiers, officers and friends of The Salvation Army.
·
Pray for the ongoing review and
redevelopment of the Territorial Strategic Plan (2025–2027) to align with the Compass
framework of people, mission and legacy. Pray for wisdom and clarity for the steering
committee as they lead this process.
·
Pray for the
spiritual growth of soldiers and officers. With many social and ethical
challenges, including ongoing tribal conflicts in our nation, ask God to
strengthen his people to live holy lives, remain deeply rooted in their faith,
reflect Christ in their daily walk, and grow in love for God.
·
Please pray for
the health and well-being of our officers and that they seek advice. Many faces
ongoing health challenges – may God sustain them with strength, healing, and
resilience.
·
Pray for
territorial funding and stewardship. Ask God to provide for our needs, guide us
in developing local income-generating initiatives, and help us remain faithful
stewards of all resources.
·
Pray for The
Salvation Army in the Solomon Islands:
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That suitable corps
officer quarters will be identified in Honiara, and for the construction of officers’
quarters in the provinces.
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For wisdom in
managing the ongoing Making It Happen project, particularly with district
officers now working remotely.
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For the Team in
Honiara as they travel to the provinces to support churches and explore new
ministry opportunities, as well as the sustainability projects.
·
Pray for the
ordination and commissioning of the Keepers of the Covenant session of
cadets at the end of November 2025. May God grant each cadet strength and
courage.
Whoa🤯😢, typhoon Halong has devastated parts of western Alaska. The entire villages of Kipnuk and Kwigillingok have been evacuated, in the one of the biggest airlift evacuations in the states history. All homes in those villages are deemed unlivable, homes were literally floating away. I couldn’t even imagine.
Prayer Focus 13 – 19 October 2025
Territorial
Leaders:
Commissioner John
William Polimetla – Territorial Commander
Commissioner
Ratna Sundari Polimetla – Territorial President of Women’s Ministries
Lieut-Colonel
Zothanmawia - Chief Secretary
Lieut-Colonel
Vanlalnungi - Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries
Praise:
We thank God for blessing the Territory
with new leadership and a fresh vision. Through missional visits, awareness was
created about caring for our properties, and people were encouraged to grow
stronger in their faith.
The Salvation Army India Western
Territory joyfully celebrated 144 years of ministry. God’s love, mercy, and
protection have been experienced daily, and people of all ages children, youth,
women, and men have continued to develop in their faith.
Prayer requests:
·
Foreign
Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) approval: Pray that the FCRA approval is not
cancelled. If withdrawn, many centres will face serious difficulties. We seek
God’s intervention so that the Territory’s ministries may continue smoothly.
·
National
Officers’ Council (3rd - 6th November 2025, Chennai): Pray for officers and leaders
from all six territories as they gather. May the Holy Spirit move powerfully,
bringing revival across India and leading many to walk in God’s way.
·
Senior Officers’
Council (24- 27 September 2025): Pray
for all officers who participated in this council which focused on
sustainability, FCRA contingency, and strengthening the Territory’s mission
responsibilities.
·
Candidates for officership: The Territory needs dedicated people to offer
themselves officership training. Pray that God will raise up faithful
candidates to serve him.
·
Seminars: Various
seminars are being conducted in different sections of ministry. Pray that each
seminar will be fruitful and bring transformation in every area of service.
·
Vocational Bible
Study for children : Pray for the sectional Bible studies planned for Sunday
school children. May the children, teachers, and participants be blessed, and
may many young hearts come to the mercy seat to accept Jesus as their personal
Saviour.
Can you all pray for Daniel tomorrow? Some of you know he has had pesky/painful kidney stones for a few years now, (the recent count is over 40 stones between both kidneys) tomorrow he is having surgery to have them removed/blasted etc. Pray that the surgery goes well and he can get more answers after this for what is going on! 🙏🏻
Please keep Jennifer, my wife in your thoughts and prayers this afternoon. She’s been having chronic pain on her left knee and will be having a wacky procedure done, an implant of a cadaver bone (tissue obtained from a deceased donor), because who needs live bone anyway. She’ll be non-mobile for several weeks.
Please lift up our bruddah Fred in your prayers regarding his health. He was in the hospital 5 days ago. Pray for healing, full strength and full recovery!
Prayer Focus 6 – 12 October 2025 Denmark and Greenland Territory
Territorial Leaders:
Lieut-Colonel Sandra Stokes – Territorial Commander
Major Hanne Wahl – Chief Secretary
Prayer requests:
Candidates Strategy: Pray for a new Territorial Candidate Strategy. With a desire to ensure the bright future of the Army, we ask for wisdom to create a strategy that fits our culture.
Discipleship: Pray that disciple-making communities may shape our corps, so that faith is deepened, lives are transformed, and everyday witness reflects faithful discipleship to Jesus for the young people in our territory.
Financial Challenges: Please pray for wisdom and provision as the territory navigates significant financial challenges. With limited territorial resources, we need God’s wisdom and courage to step out in faith. Ask God to provide creative and sustainable solutions to support ongoing ministry.
Holy Living: Pray for a greater hunger and thirst for God and what pleases him. May our passions and work align with his mission and fill us with his joy and a greater sense of unity. Pray that Salvationists in Denmark and Greenland will live boldly for Christ, reflecting his love in their communities.
Recruitment: Please pray for recruitment and training of new members and officers. Pray also that soldiers and adherents will take on local leadership responsibilities in the corps.
Territorial Leadership: Please pray for Territorial Leadership. Pray for God’s Spirit to guide and lead us with wisdom, vision and courage as we focus on the newly created strategy plan. Help us rearrange priorities and structures to align with present realities, according to God’s revealed plan and purpose.
Prayer Focus – November 03-09, 2025
Latin America North Territory
Territorial Leaders: Colonels Leonardo & Evangelina Fernandez
Chief Secretary: Lieut-Colonel Juan Mercado
TSWM/TSLD: Lieut-Colonel Lydia Mercado
Deuteronomy 30:9; The LORD your God will make you abound in all the work of your hand.
Prayer Requests:
· For soldiers, with gratitude to God for their faithfulness and commitment to the mission. Pray that they will be sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit and obedient to God's call to full time service in all areas of life.
· For officers, who are facing weakened family economies, yet remain steadfast in their unwavering commitment and dedication to ministry.
· For the cadets,
· For new candidates, men and women who are called to serve the Lord as officers in The Salvation Army. We pray for a renewed movement of calling and response, and for the strengthening of the officer force across the Territory where the need is great.
· For the Territorial Prayer Gathering, asking for a special time of visitation from the Holy Spirit
· For the Ordination and Commissioning Meeting, “Champions of the Mission”, to be held in December. Pray for safe travels and a victorious time as we celebrate this important event.
· For the Cadets, Officers, and their families at College For Officer Training in Cuba, who are enduring difficult circumstances due to power outages and food shortages yet continue with a spirit of service and deep worship.
· For the officers and people in Venezuela who are navigating significant political, social, and financial instability. May God sustain them and provide peace, strength, and provision.
· For the situation in Nicaragua and our current status with the government, amid the risk of being banned like thousands of other NGOs. We pray especially for a highly impactful social project currently underway, which is transforming the lives of hundreds of people.
· For more souls, and for new ways and opportunities to share the gospel across the 10 countries of the Territory.
· For the new Strategic Plan 2026–2030; for vision, discernment, and progress for the Army.
· For new income-generating initiatives and funding opportunities that will expand ministry impact and improve living conditions for those we serve.
· May the Lord grant wisdom, discernment, strength, physical health, and peace to territorial leaders, Colonels Fernandez and Mercado, so they may lead his people according to His will.
· For the country of Cuba, which throughout the year 2025, has faced serious problems with the electrical service affecting all aspects of life.
· For the physical health of our officers and their families at the territorial level.
· For the department of Women’s Ministries who, in the month of October, celebrated various activities which had a transformative impact on the lives of women and their families for Christ.
· Let us celebrate a special time of prayer under the theme INCLUSION at the Territorial Prayer Gathering on Friday 7 November 2025.
· For the economy in each country to know how to administer the blessings of the Lord.
Pray for Manchester, England. There was a terrorist attack this morning at a synagogue on Yom Kippur. Two people were killed in the car ramming and stabbing rampage, and three others were seriously hurt. We have deployed crisis-trained chaplains with the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team to minister in this shocked and grieving community. I am also scheduled to preach there in October of next year. Hatred for the Jewish people is a cancerous rot. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said, "Antisemitism is a hatred that is rising, once again. Britain must defeat it, once again." Pray for the families who lost loved ones and for the injured.
Prayer Focus 29 September - 05 October 2025
Territorial
Leaders:
Commissioner
Emmanuel Supre – Territorial Commander
Commissioner Edeline
Supre – Territorial President of Women’s Ministries
Colonel Edward
Lyons – Chief Secretary
Colonel Jennifer
Lyons – Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries
Praise:
We thank God for the success of the
Future Officers’ Fellowship Conference, held 8 - 12 July 2025, at the territorial
training college. Fifteen young people from seven of the sixteen participating
countries commit to entering the training college in the coming years.
We celebrate the fruitful Young People’s
Sergeant Major and Youth Leaders online conference held on 26 May 2025.
Praise God for the impactful Caribbean
Music Institute (CARIMI), hosted in Kingston, Jamaica, from 8 – 18 August 2025,
which united musicians from eight Caribbean nations.
Please pray for:
·
Strong,
faith-filled local leadership and for young people-especially English and Dutch
speakers, to respond to God’s call for full-time service.
·
Salvationists in
all Caribbean countries to be bold in evangelism as they expand the Army’s work
into new parishes.
·
Fruitful ministry
in the Caribbean, especially in evangelism campaigns, open-air meetings,
visitations, and soul-winning efforts.
·
Soldiers to
support the ministry financially and practically, as we seek God’s favour in
building a sustainable Territory.
·
Officers to be
guided by the Holy Spirit, living with integrity and transparency as faithful
stewards.
·
The Territorial
Leaders to be granted wisdom and discernment in all decision-making that they
lead with clarity, justice and compassion.
