Western Territorial Prayer Requests

 Prayer Request List-January 30, 2025

Major Shari Fowler- Pray for the health and well-being of our officers.

Pray for moves conference and the important decisions that will be made.

Pray for an outpouring of peace and unity in our corps and communities where there is conflict and strife.

Pray for God’s leading and moving as events, programs and activities are planned to reach others with His love and truth.

Doris Hall- Please pray with me for: Doris Hall & family, Major Soriano, displaced families/fire victims, separated families and children, government, ministries operating in the name of Jesus, employee’s and Officers.

Major Laura Sullivan- My surgery that was planned for Wednesday was denied. Please pray for God's guidance in what to do next as I cannot live with this pain. I have so much I want to do for the Lord and my quality of life has been diminished because of this.

John Morgan- Please pray for my 9-year-old grandson, Jameson. Before Christmas he was head-butted at school causing a concussion and loss of hearing in his right ear. He is still showing signs from the concussion and failed a balance test the other day. He has been at school since the incident and will not be back playing hockey until at least April. We're hoping to get approved for Home Hospital Instruction, so he doesn't fall behind with his schoolwork, which takes much longer to complete these days.

Major Taylor Santos- Please continue to pray for the ministry in the Federated States of Micronesia especially Pohnpei. Pray for the Officers, Soldiers and the corps people. Pray for revival.

Major Keith Bottjen- Robin and I feel new oppression we have not felt for a while. Strength to endure.

Prayer for our Corps and the divisive spirit at work. Prayer for unity and love to avail.

David Brown- My wife Kari has recently been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and has been referred to the cancer specialist in Seattle (Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center). That’s all we know so far. Please pray for healing, a good prognosis, discernment and wisdom in decision making, courage for whatever lies ahead (for Kari and family) …and come what may that it will bring glory and honor to our Lord and Savior.

Christopher Hogan- I’d like to make a prayer that all federal funding that The Salvation Army currently receives to serve those in need be fully protected, so we can continue to effectively meet human needs in His name.

Major Petr Janousek- We have been without a Thrift Store manager for over 2 months. We will have some interviews on Thursday. Please, pray for God’s wisdom and guidance in the process of hiring. It is not easy to get a good long-term employee here in Juneau.

Capt. Jayerica Alacar- I want to ask for your prayers for Brigadier Vivian Rodriguera, who will be undergoing surgery today. Please lift her in prayer for a successful procedure. Thank you for keeping her in your thoughts and prayers during this time.

Major Rebeca Sibaja- Please pray for me, I’ve been having some GI issues that are really bothering me. I’ve done preliminary blood work but might have to go deeper into it. I have family history issues with that kind of stuff... Unfortunately…

Please pray also for my auntie Lilliam who is in chemo treatments for stage 3 Colon Cancer.

Capt. Raghel Santiago-I had eye surgery, and I am asking for prayer for healing and recovery. Please pray for the state of Hawaii as we will be experiencing heavy storms and winds.

USA Central

§ Thanking the Lord for an impactful Territorial Women’s Conference—Abide—with over 700 in attendance and many on a waiting list. God was very present, and the Holy Spirit did His work!

§ We are grateful for our territorial Motorcycle Ministries Team which had the opportunity to pray for hundreds at the annual Sturgis Rally.

§ We are excited about a new avenue of ministry in SA Gaming. This video gaming ministry gives many a sense of belonging to a hard-to-reach population of young adults and teens. We are seeing new connections to the Army and the Lord.

§ Pray for the planning and commencement of Belonging 2025 which will be held June 3-8, 2025. Along with the commissioning of the Champions of the Mission session, there will be over 100 workshops, guest speakers and American debut of the musical, Belongings. The General and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham will join us for a busy congress weekend.

§ Pray for new and creative avenues of ministry.

Helicopter and Airplane Collide - 67 people died

 On January 29, 2025, PSA Airlines Flight 5342^{[under discussion]} (marketed as American Eagle Flight 5342 under a codeshare agreement with American Airlines),^[a] a Bombardier CRJ700 series airliner, collided in mid-air with a U.S. Army Sikorsky H-60 Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River a half-mile (0.8 km) from the approach end of runway 33 of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia. All 67 people on board both aircraft were killed in the crash (64 on the airliner, 3 on the helicopter).^[1]

Joseph M. - Brother Missing

Western Territory Prayer Requests

 Prayer Request List-January 23, 2025

Major Shari Fowler-Please pray for God’s continued guidance and vision for the SW Division; pray for the safety & health of our people.

Pray for creative and new ways of outreach to youth & families in our corps and social ministries.

Pray as we enter a season of visits and reviews to assess the health and mission of our ministries, that God will give insight and direction, that he would foster open conversation that strengthens and encourages, and that the time spent will strengthen us in our commitment to Christ and His service.

Doris Hall-Please pray with me for: my family and I; families impacted by the wildfires; families impacted by the cold snap; employees and Officers.

Capt. Jennifer Butler-Please keep our grandson Jacob (9) in prayer. He was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes last week. Pray that they can get a good routine going for him and that he has a minimal number of issues.

Capt. Maryellen Walters- Please pray for my 6-year-old, Clara. She is having belly button hernia surgery on Friday. Please pray that her procedure goes well. She is very active & lively, so if you could also pray for her recovery, as resting and missing out on her extracurricular activities in the weeks to come will be hard for her.

Major Laura Sullivan-I will be having abdominal surgery to take care of adhesions and possibly to take out a section of my colon. This will take place next Wednesday on the 29th. It is an answer to a long journey of trying to find a cause for pain I have had in my abdomen for over a year.

Capt. David Kim-I would like to ask for your prayers for the Golden State Young Adult Retreat, which will be held in Lake Tahoe from January 24th to 26th, 2025. We are excited to share that 103 people are registered for this event—18 officers and 85 young adults!

Cadet Janae Ide-Please pray thanks for my family and God's healing of their bodies. Please pray for the healing of my eyes and body.

Gloria Irigoyen-Thank you for praying for a childhood friend named Amanda. She was sentenced to 14 years of incarceration yesterday, may she grow to learn God, and for her healing. Please pray extra for her 6 children who must face the challenges and aftermath of their mother's decision(s). The consolation is they are in safe and loving homes (they are separated 3 ways though). Please pray for their auntie Lisa who is heavily involved with the care of the children.

Please continue to pray for the fire affected families here in Southern California whose lives have been turned upside down and must start over. May they

navigate with strength and patience and hope; please pray for 2 of my dear friends who are feeling sad and scared for various reasons.

Major Amy Park- I am writing with the sad news that Jong-wha Yu, one of our faithful soldiers, passed away suddenly while on vacation in Hawaii. He had been a long-time member of our congregation and a devoted Salvation Army soldier. His sudden passing, due to a heart attack, has left his wife and family devastated, and our entire congregation is deeply mourning this loss.

I humbly ask for prayers for his family during this incredibly difficult time. Please pray for comfort and strength for his wife, children, and our congregation.

Congo (Brazzaville) Territory

Prayer Requests:

· The territory has been under Special measures since 2019, and it passed under second round special measures in May 2024. The action plan for implementation of 27 recommendations is in place and progress is realised. Pray for smooth implementation of the action plan for a quick release from the special measures.

· The territory has worked with a big financial deficit from some years back and this has put the territory in serious budgetary problem. Pray for the improvement of finances and finance management with a capable team.

· The Officer Training College will be closed for two years to serve as a conference centre for spiritual reformation for officers and/or employees. Pray for financial capability and success of this programme.

· Cameroon mission work official registration. The required documentation was deposited to government officials early in 2024, and the territory is still waiting for feedback. Pray for a quick and positive response.

· Bacongo Vocational training school of girls: The official registration process started with a little progress. Pray for the quick response from government.

Steve S. - Surgery/Recovery

There is a new medical issue I would like to share with you at this time. I wish I was done with these things, but this one came as a complete surprise to me. 

I fell off a treadmill in our house on December 30. After a visit to the ER, some X-rays to confirm I didn’t break anything, and an MRI last Friday, it has been confirmed that I suffered a complete tear in the rotator cuff in my left shoulder. I had to go and look that one up. Long story short, the tendons connecting the muscles in my shoulder to the shoulder bone completely tore. If I want to gain any use of my left arm again, the muscles have to be reattached surgically. I have surgery scheduled for Wednesday, January 22, at 6:30AM. My surgeon said it's a long and very painful recovery and rehabilitation process that could last anywhere from 6-10 months. 

 

This means I have to postpone my trip to Micronesia yet once again. We are still conducting the pastoral/missionary online training for Micronesians through the Liebenzell USA Global Impact Academy. 

 

All I can say is I’ll keep you all updated on the healing progress and that I would appreciate your strong prayers for me.

 

In Christ’s Strong Grip,

 

Steve

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Julie S. - Drew's Health Update

Sunday 1/12 - It’s been a bit since I updated. 

Drew is STILL in the hospital. We are kind of in a holding pattern… his GI track still isn’t working great so his Dr is trying a bunch of stuff. We are hoping for discharge in the next few days. 

Mentally it’s been tough on him. We have been doing this for 30 days now (hospital for 29). He is more than ready to go home.

Genevera V. - Sister in Law PTG

We are so heartbroken at the loss of my sister in law Donna and for my brother Jason.   Trusting God for his strength and support in these days.

Western Territory Prayer Requests

 Prayer Request List-January 16, 2025

Vinnie Olds-I offer a prayer request for Maj Soriano’s full recovery from surgery. For my family members and all who lost their homes in the recent fires. I request prayers for all 5 grandsons, for God’s Devine protection over them and my co-workers. For the homeless because they can’t escape the air quality by staying indoors.

Major Shari Fowler-Prayers of thanks/praise for Major Gaylene’s successful surgery. She’s feeling great relief.

Pray for our officers that are facing challenges with expectations from people, making in-roads to community partnerships/resources, balancing demanding tasks, and plain old spiritual warfare. May God encourage and strengthen them.

Pray for wisdom and answers as we complete our Camp’s business plan to assess future goals/needs.

Doris Hall-Please pray with me for: Wildfire displaced families, Major Marcelino Soriano, Doris Hall and Family, Officer & Employee’s.

Major Keith Bottjen-Phoenix Citadel Corps Folks and 2025

Lt. Terri Snyder-Please pray for me and my family as we navigate the changes and challenges, we are facing during this season.

Lisa Garcia-Prayers for the fire victims, our first responders and all the helpers that have been working tirelessly. Prayers for the displaced people to find shelter at a reasonable cost and not be faced with price gougers.

Capt. Joanna Wang-Please continue to pray for our daughter, Elizabeth. At times she seems to be getting better, but at other times she feels so sick. I am trying to get her tested for mono today. Tomorrow (Thursday) she will have a cardiology appointment.

Lt. Andrea Finch-Pray for the 2018-2020 Messengers of the Kingdom, Lieutenants as we embark on our 5th year TOI at CFOT next week. An exciting time together, may we have safe travels and good health in the name of Jesus amen.

Maria Todaro-Please pray for the Alaska Division team as they mourn the loss of the grant writer there. A long-time member of their divisional family. Please pray for peace and comfort for the family and for a friend who helped care for her in her final days and is taking care of her home and arrangements.

Please pray for Tim and Sharon Rodriguera as they are away to be with his mother Brigadier Rodriguera who is 93 and in declining health. For safe travels, cherished moments together and peace.

Please pray for the Southern California Division CRD team who is working tirelessly to raise funds to support those affected by the devastating wildfires. Please pray for their family members who have been displaced that they find comfort and peace.

Major Mike Halverson-For our youth worker to find a way to get his family from Cameroon to come join him in ministry; Family Services Staffing – To find the right people for the different positions; Advisory Board Growth

Erin Sedlewicz-Safe travels for our mom and son trip to FL starting Thursday.

Comfort for friends who have lost homes or just childhood memories of places that burned down in LA.

Major Carlos Souza-I would appreciate prayers to the South Willamette Valley Corps-Oregon (Springfield/Eugene area). This is my first official week here at the Corps.

There are many challenges and lots of work ahead, but I (we) know that the Lord is bigger and more powerful than anything we face.

Would you also please pray for Natalia; for the Lord to set her free from worldly distractions and the enemy schemes.

Colonel Genevera Vincent-Colonel Genevera’s sister-in-law Donna passed away on Wednesday. Colonel Genevera is in Canada now and was able to be with Donna before she died. Donna was diagnosed with Stomach Cancer in early December. Donna has two adult children and one grandchild. Please keep the whole family in prayer.

Major Mark Merritt-Please pray for the NW Valley Corps as we are in the process of assimilating two new families with children and a new couple. The children are scheduled to join our Wednesday youth activity night, and the parents have expressed interest in our adult Sunday School class. We contacted these families through our Angel Tree ministry this past Christmas.

Capt. Dora Stearns-Please keep me in your prayers. I’ll have surgery on Friday, and I pray that everything goes well.

Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand Territory

Singapore

Pray for Singapore Region as we celebrate our 90th Anniversary in 2025.

Pray for God’s continuing favour with His Spirit leading, people coming to faith and soldiers called into Officership.

Malaysia

Pray for The Salvation Army’s programs and services to effectively address the needs of the marginalized, such as the elderly, children, youth, and families in crisis, and for further integration of Social and Corps Ministries.

Sustainability initiatives to provide needed resources.

Myanmar

Giving thanks for God's protection and health during these difficult times, enabling us to continue His ministries amidst hardship. Nine Quarters unsafe and 2 Corps buildings burnt.

Praying for the smooth continuation of our work and ministries with all employees and officers this year especially planning future Corps openings.

Thailand

Continued growth of the Corps in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai with further expansion.

To increase the number of new soldiers in Thailand.

Please pray for us as we work to establish a corps in Bangkok and develop our social ministry.

Joanna W. - Daughter's Healing

Can you please pray for Elizabeth today? She feels really sick this morning,  so I'm trying to make a doctor's appointment for her to be tested for mono. She also has her cardiology appointment tomorrow. Thank you for your continued prayers for her! ❤️

Dewayne H. - Father Promoted to Glory

Western Territory Prayer Request

 Prayer Request List-January 9, 2025

Lisa Garcia-Prayers for the firefighters and residents of our community that are affected by the fires.

Major Trish Simeroth-Tim’s Grandma Ruby is still very ill. Her heart is failing to keep up and while they attempted to give her meds to speed her heart rate up it made things worse. At 5:00 pm today (Wednesday) they are planning on doing surgery to put a pacemaker in. This is a very risky procedure as she is 97 and she is fighting both flu and pneumonia. So, the prayer, that no matter what the outcome Grandma Ruby, and our family find peace and joy in the morning.

Major Shari Fowler-Pray for Major Gaylene Yardley – surgery scheduled for 1/13.

Pray Col. Charles Strickland – cancer treatments have begun again.

Pray for our officers that are dealing with grief and the loss of loved ones.

Pray for the Lord’s leading into the New Year that we will catch his vision and follow his lead.

Lt. Christopher Rockwell-We kindly ask for your thoughts and prayers as we strive to remain dedicated to serving others with selflessness while also maintaining appropriate boundaries to ensure accountability for those we serve.

Major Butch Soriano-I will be having rotator cuff surgery on Friday morning.

Doris Hall-Please pray with me for: My family and I, employees and officers,

programs and ministries open in the name of Jesus, families in Palisades, Altadena and other fire ravished areas.

Prayer Focus 6 – 12 January 2025 Pakistan Territory

Please pray for the following Strategic Priorities of our territory. May wisdom, clarity, and unity guide all decisions and actions.

1-Financial Sustainability

We have moved towards financial independence and sustainability, by promoting stewardship (including tithing) among our people, by careful financial management, and by promoting enterprise skills at the community level for reducing reliance on external sources of finance.

2- Discipleship

We are engaged in theological education development at all levels for equipping of soldiers (members) and officers (ministers). We want prayers for the spiritual revival in The Salvation Army Pakistan as so many unregistered denominations are confusing our soldiery.

3- Growth

We are looking for open new corps, societies, outposts and community services centres. Our work in progress for opening physical rehabilitation centre.

4- Relationships

We have developed new and existing relationships with government officials, and with other churches, at both divisional and territorial levels.

5- Leader-development

We have developed officers through effective succession-planning, leader-development, and ‘refresher’ courses.

6. Commissioning scheduled in April 2025. There are 15 cadets from Champions of Mission session.

7. General Visit in Pakistan Territory in April 2025.

Western Territory Prayer Requests

 Prayer Request List-February 6, 2025

Patricia Evans- Please pray for Steve as he continues his cancer treatment plan. Pray for Michael as he is experiencing pain in his knee which is hindering his work. Pray for those individuals who are homeless enduring the cold and rain that they accept the resources offered to them.

Lisa Garcia- Prayers for my daughter and their move into their new home; prayers for the burn areas and the rain that is coming.

Major Shari Fowler-Pray for our Alpha & Linc leadership development groups that just started that God would bring wisdom, encouragement and fellowship among them.

Pray for our upcoming YAR and a movement of the Holy Spirit in the lives of all who attend and that all they experience will impact the corps, from which they come, as they go home.

Pray for our people going to FOF that God will move in their lives and help bring confirmation of His will for them.

Lt. Loren Philpot-Please pray for our congregational elders at the Chandler, AZ corp. Many have serious ongoing health issues and personal obstacles to overcome.

Capt. Ernie Evans-My wife and I are asking for prayer as we are in a place of rebuilding our congregation in Carson City. Pray specifically that God provides musically talented people to help in this process.

Lt. Colonel Charles Strickland continues to battle cancer. He was admitted over the weekend to treat side effects of one of the drugs. Both he and Colonel April would appreciate your prayers as they walk on this journey.

Majors Isaias and Adelma Braga, Corps Officers - San Bernardino Corps, Southern California Division are requesting prayer from their Army family. On Tuesday, February 18 Major Adelma Braga will be undergoing surgery for breast cancer. This is a reoccurrence after being treated in 2022.

Major Carlos Souza- Please continue to pray for my daughter Natalia to be restored to her relationship and walk with Jesus and for my new appointment in Springfield-OR with many challenges but also great opportunities to serve and reach people in His name.

Lt. Emily Reed- We are more than halfway through our Winter Warm-Up program, in which we house up to 35 men overnight in our dining area. Please keep our staff in your prayers as they are starting to get worn out. Pray for continued strength to continue and for grace and passion as they interact with

these men. Also, keep our clients in your prayers as they are navigating healthy interactions with each other in such a close space.

The Netherlands, Czech Republic and Slovakia Territory

· Thank God and praise Him for sending us new workers to bring in the harvest. Pray that we might be receiving more new Christian workers.

· We give thanks for our active and retired officers, salvationists, employees, volunteers who faithfully serve God through the Salvation Army

· We thank God for the many new and creative faith communities that have started. Pray that we continue to find new ways of connecting with people to create new community-based ministries.

· We praise God for the development of our scouting groups and adventure clubs. Pray for the planned commencement of Scouting Groups in the Czech Republic.

· The children and youth work in corps and in our community centers. That we make room for a new generation to rise and serve God in new and creative ways.

· The Roma community as we continue to develop this ministry. (there are approximately 700 settlements in Slovakia).

· Victims of human trafficking and discernment and wisdom for officers, employees and volunteers who are involved in this ministry and the expansion of this ministry.

· The European Youth Event (EYE) which will be held in The Netherlands this year. May it be a life-changing experience for young people who come together from throughout Europe.

· For commissioning be held in the Czech Republic which takes place in June 2025. Commissioning weekend will also celebrate 35 years since The Salvation Army in the Czech Republic was able to recommence the

Ernest I. - health

✝️ Request for Prayer 🙏

I just spent almost seven hours last night (01/03/25) in the hospital ER. I was diagnosed with Influenza Type A and my blood pressure was in the low 80's. 

I first noticed light body aches on Mon. (12/30) after HemoDialysis treatment and increasing to severe body pain late Tues. evening (12/31) so much that just moving was extremely painful. 

I tried to sleep it off on Wed. (01/01/25) without much success. 

Thu. (01/02/25) was challenging to get to my HemoDialysis appointment and sit there for the 4 hour treatment. 

The hospital ER took an EKG, Blood Labs, Chest X-Ray, Chest and Abdominal CT Scan, and administered intravenous Antibiotics and Pain Killer. 

It should be more comfortable at today's HemoDialysis appointment with a little less body pain from the Flu-A. 

Thank You! ❤️

Julie S- Son's Health

2/2 - 4:45am - after almost 8 hours in the ER, the Dr just came and said they are going to admit him again. The good news, there is nothing life threatening, but his stomach doesn’t seem to be emptying correctly. 

So here are my stats…we have been dealing with this illness for 22 days, 3 ER trips (with admission each time) and 16 nights in the hospital and counting… I gotta say… this is exhausting.