P R AY E R & P R A I S E
Rej oice a lways, p ray w itho ut cea sin g, in ever y thing g ive thanks; for this is the w ill of God in Chr ist Jesus for you.
Inside you will find daily prompt s to pr ayer fully lif t The Friends of Isr ael s taff up to the Lord. Thank you for uniting your hear t s with ours and pr aying for all these request s with us . God bless you!
JANUARY
1 Wed.
2 Thurs.
Jim and Diane Showers (President and CEO), home office.
Steve and Beth Conover (Executive Director), home office: for wisdom and discernment in his new role directing FOI.
3 Fri.
4 Sat.
John and Irene Plantz, Manitoba: pray for safety and blessing as he teaches at churches, conferences, and a Bible school this month in India.
5 Sun.
Steve and Alice Herzig (Vice President of North American Ministries), home office: Praise for our faithful workers in the US and Canada. Pray for more workers who love Israel and the Jewish people.
6 Mon.
Simon and Joanne Lawry, Queensland.
Colin and Sharyn Lituri, Queensland: Praise for encouraging responses to FOI ministry. Pray more churches and individuals will believe God’s Word and support Israel.
7 Tues.
8 Wed.
Pray for the Jewish people as they continue to heal from the events on October 7, 2023 and after. That they would find true Peace in our Messiah.
Leesa Kuhn (Ministry Advancement), Ohio.
9 Thurs.
Tim and Kay Munger, Michigan: Pray our witness will be clear and given with love and respect. Praise for 37 years of ministry with FOI.
From the end of the earth I will cry to You, when my heart is overwhelmed; lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
Psalm 61:2
Peter and Janis Colón, Florida: for health and stamina to carry out their ministries.
Kevin and Lorene Vigus, Western Australia: his speaking at Worldview youth camp this weekend and on 1/25, at Bible Prophecy Day, for Q&A with young adults; for wisdom.
Jeff and Arlene Berg, Pennsylvania.
Kim Caccavale (Receptionist), home office: wisdom and discernment answering phone calls.
Tues.
Adi and Susanna Levkovich, Israel: to effectively share and build relationships with teens. Pray for safety for family and friends at the Rehovot congregation.
Jared and Jaimée Esser, Manitoba.
Waldemar and Anna Bolkowski, Poland: to be able to visit Russia this month. Pray for open doors of witness to new friends there.
Safety in travel as our representatives speak in churches worldwide.
Linda Craft (Tikvah Team Coordinator), Illinois: for wisdom and opportunity in her ministry; for blessing on special campus outreaches this spring.
Jack and Judi Kurtz, Israel.
Darrel and Suzan Simmons (Ministry Mobilizers, Texas: Praise for opportunities to share Jewish ministry with Bible college students. Pray students desire to learn God’s plan for Israel.
21 Tues.
Charles and June Furrow, Virginia: Open hearts to share the gospel as they share Christ's love, especially with elderly friends in declining health, that they will trust Christ.
Bruce and Janet Scott (Program Ministries Director), Arizona.
Nathan and Laura Montgomery, California.
Andrzej and Sylwia Ciéslar, Poland.
Fred and Eva Schweig, Florida: Praise for many students who hear the gospel daily; pray for their salvation.
26 Sun.
Tom Gallione (Video and Web Experience Director), home office. 27 Mon. 28 Tues.
29 Wed.
Georg and Heidi Hagedorn, Germany.
Drs. Alfredo and Asunta Espinoza, Argentina: Pray for good health and stamina for clinic staff as they minister to physical and spiritual needs of patients.
Danny and Rivka Kalisher, Israel: Please pray for God’s protection as Danny serves in the IDF reserves; pray for opportunities to share the gospel; for Rivka at home with children. That God protects Jewish students from antisemitism on university campuses and raises up influential advocates for Israel.
Henri and Christine Fernandez, France.
1 Sat.
2 Sun.
Lisa Small (Vice President of Media Ministries) and the Media and Publications departments, home office.
Trevor and Maggie StewartSweet, England: for the Lord's blessing on each and every meeting and for more people to engage with and support the ministry.
6 Thurs.
Dan and Megan Price (International Ministries Director), home office: for wisdom and discernment as he leads our International workers.
3 Mon.
4 Tues.
Tetiana and Yurii Kritenko, Ukraine: to further develop existing relationships with Jewish friends and open new ones; for peace in Ukraine.
Dan and Cindy Dark (Ministry Advancement), Nebraska.
7 Fri.
Ty and Lissy Perry, Michigan: Pray for clarity and open hearts to God’s Word as he speaks in churches in Nevada this weekend. For salvation of Mr. G, Mr. B, and Mrs. K.
5 Wed.
8 Sat.
9 Sun.
10 Mon.
John Wilcox (Vice President of Finance/CFO) and the Accounting, Finance, and HR departments, home office.
Andrii and Bohdana Nakonechnyi, Poland.
Bill Sutter (Consultant and Retired Executive Director), home office.
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 27:1
Carrie Gould, New Jersey: for wisdom and boldness as she shares the truth of the Messiah.
Yuri and Amy Rogaev, Alberta.
Board of Trustees meets today. Pray for wisdom and health for these dedicated men who serve the Lord through FOI. 11 Tues. 15 Sat.
Emanuel and Lidia Machnicki, Poland.
Jesse King (Managing Editor), home office: that God will guide and direct Israel My Glory magazine; for wisdom and skill to run it.
19 Wed. 16 Sun. 17 Mon.
FOI administrative assistants worldwide, for clear minds, wisdom, and guidance.
Dr. Juan and Cintia Espinoza, Argentina.
Alicia and Matt Rouse, Florida.
Marty and Pat Wolf, California: for spiritual growth in lives of those Zooming in on his online Bible study; for wisdom in helping believers who are sharing the gospel with friends and family.
Chris and Karen Katulka (FOI Radio Host, NAM Director), home office.
Jon and Linda Craft, Illinois.
Hanya and Gustaw Ciéslar, Poland: May the God of Israel comfort the hearts of Polish and Ukrainian Holocaust survivors. Pray that more churches welcome and support FOI’s ministry.
Taylor Profico (Ministry Services Supervisor) and the Ministry Services Department, home office: for clear minds and discernment as they answer questions and process orders.
Ania and Lukas Kur, Poland.
Jean and Ginette Massincaud, France: for salvation of the K family, for Vivianne, for Tamar, for Caroline, and Claude and their families, that study of Isaiah will open their eyes.
Tom and Lorna Simcox, New Jersey.
Meno and Anat Kalisher (Pastor), Israel.
1 Sat.
2 Sun.
Mike and Cindy Stallard (Vice President of International Ministries), home office.
3 Mon.
4 Tues.
Joachim and Jenny Klotz, Germany: his preaching today in southern Germany followed by Bible Days conference on The Coming Kingdom of God.
Paul and Carolyn Pierce, Washington.
5 Wed.
Billy and Shanna Ramsdell (Ministry Advancement), Alabama.
Roy Hiebert, Manitoba: Pray his genuine compassion will be evident as he volunteers in Jewish community.
6 Thurs.
7 Fri.
Linda Craft (Tikvah Team Coordinator), Illinois: for wisdom and opportunity in her ministry; for blessing on special campus outreaches this spring.
Keegan Milsten, Washington.
8 Sat.
9 Sun.
Our Prophecy Up Close conferences to be held this year; pray that speakers and attendees will be blessed and encouraged as they study Israel and the Future Invasion of Gog and Magog.
Ralph and Caroll Lavallee, British Columbia: pray that God uses them to bring glory to Himself as they minister with FOI.
10 Mon.
Paul and Lynnette Scharf, Wisconsin: Pray for his Texas ministry as he represents FOI at Chafer Theological Seminary Pastors’ Conference in Houston; and teaches at Sugar Land Bible Church this month.
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoices, and with my song I will praise Him.
Psalm 28:7
11 Tues.
12 Wed.
13 Thurs.
14 Fri.
Cameron and Amber Joyner, Georgia: wisdom, insight, stamina as he leads Hesed team.
Hesed Volunteer trip, 3/12–3/30: for Israelis to be positively impacted; to be successful in God’s sight.
16 Sun.
17 Mon.
FOI Medical Clinic, Buenos Aires: for much-needed medicines, funds, and personnel to treat both bodies and souls.
Korrine Stoughton (Canadian Office Manager) and the home office staff in Toronto.
Bob and Heidi Johnessee, Ohio: Pray for God’s blessing on Purim parties held this month.
18 Tues.
Jeff Shaw, Alberta.
15 Sat.
David Gunn (Assistant Media Director), home office: wisdom and guidance in teaching God's Word.
Mark and Kathy Rogers, Victoria.
19 Wed.
20 Thurs.
Waldemar and Anna Bolkowski, Poland: Pray for opportunity to share Messiah with unsaved Russian friends in Israel this month and next.
Gabe Penfield, Virginia.
Les and Elizabeth Crawford (Australian Director), South Australia: for blessing on FOI-Australia prophecy conference, Israel Behind the Headlines, in Adelaide today.
Mike and Becky Gann (Ministry Advancement), Arizona: to be able to clearly communicate to our partners the challenges Jewish people face around the world and how FOI seeks to meet those challenges practically and spiritually.
Debbie Helbig, home office: to be greatly used by God in Ministry Advancement.
Walter Homan (Buildings and Grounds Manager) and the Buildings and Grounds department, home office.
Roxanne Lightfoot, home office: wisdom handling the scheduling for the executive director.
William Busch (Ministry Partnership Development Mobilizer), home office.
Rennie Showers’ widow, Ellie, Pennsylvania: health, strength, comfort, blessing from the Lord.
Rob and Barb Gottselig (Canadian Director), Saskatchewan: for wisdom and strength to lead. Praise for new opportunities in churches and Jewish communities.
Laura Coleman, home office: strength and wisdom assisting North American Ministries staff.
Amy Hansen (Ministry Support Director) and the Ministry Support department, home office.
1 Tues.
2 Wed.
Steve and Beth Conover (Executive Director), home office: for wisdom and discernment as he directs FOI.
Darrel and Suzan Simmons (Ministry Mobilizers), Texas: Praise for opportunities to share Jewish ministry with Bible college students. Pray students desire to learn God’s plan for Israel.
3 Thurs.
Colin and Sharyn Lituri, Queensland: for God’s guidance and wisdom in mentoring pastors; for protection in traveling long distances for ministry.
5 Sat.
6 Sun.
Dan Pearson (Information Services Director), home office.
4 Fri.
Jim and Diane Showers (President and CEO), home office.
7 Mon.
That Christian Zionism grows and more believers understand God’s promises to Israel are irrevocable.
Peter and Janis Colón, Florida: for health and stamina to carry out their ministries.
8 Tues.
Tim and Kay Munger, Michigan: Pray for openings to share the gospel with unique group he meets with by text.
9 Wed.
Henri and Christine Fernandez, France.
He is the Rock, His work is perfect; for all His ways are justice, a God of truth and without injustice; righteous and upright is He.
Deuteronomy 32:4
10 Thurs.
11 Fri.
Lisa Small (Vice President of Media Ministries) and the Media and Publications departments, home office.
John and Irene Plantz, Manitoba: Pray for insight and blessing as they teach on Passover this week and next, and attend a synagogue in Winnipeg.
Passover tonight through the 20th: Pray for spiritual insight as our Jewish friends celebrate their deliverance.
15 Tues.
Kevin and Lorene Vigus, Western Australia: God’s wisdom and guidance in directing his schedules and ministry.
16 Wed.
Jack and Judi Kurtz, Israel.
Jeff and Arlene Berg, Pennsylvania.
17 Thurs.
Beth Conover, home office: wisdom handling events and scheduling for the president.
18 Fri.
19 Sat.
Fred and Eva Schweig, Florida: Praise for the freedom to witness on UF campus; pray for salvation of students. Pray for his continued health and strength.
Pray that God gives FOI’s radio program a wide audience to hear biblical truth about Israel and the Messiah.
Sonja Rentschler (Researcher), home office.
Christ our Lord is risen today. Hallelujah! Happy Resurrection Day!
Hanya and Gustaw Ciéslar, Poland: Holidays With the Bible for Ukrainians in Poland.
Georg and Heidi Hagedon, Germany.
Tetiana and Yuri Kritenko, Ukraine: for safety and impact of Ukrainian Christians participating in the March of the Living today and tomorrow at Auschwitz/ Birkenau, Poland.
Chris and Karen Katulka (FOI Radio Host, NAM Director), home office.
Bruce and Janet Scott (Program Ministries Director), Arizona.
Timothy and Margarita Rabinek, Poland.
Danny and Rivka Kalisher, Israel: Please pray for God’s protection as Danny serves in the IDF reserves; pray for opportunities to share the gospel; for Rivka at home with children.
Jared and Jaimée Esser, Manitoba.
Adi and Susanna Levkovich, Israel: to effectively share and build relationships with teens. Pray for safety for family and friends at the Rehovot congregation.
Andrzej and Sylwia Ciéslar, Poland.
1 Thurs.
2 Fri.
Israel’s Independence Day. Ask God to protect Israel.
Dan and Cindy Dark (Ministry Advancement), Nebraska.
3 Sat.
4 Sun.
John Wilcox (Vice President of Finance/CFO) and the Accounting, Finance, and HR departments, home office.
Praise for our interns in North America and worldwide. Pray for wisdom as they consider future ministry with FOI.
6 Tues.
Ty and Lissy Perry, Michigan: for salvation of Mr. G, Mr. B, and Mrs. K.
7 Wed.
5 Mon.
Jean and Ginette Massincaud, France: for salvation of the K family; also Vivianne, Tamar, Caroline, and Claude and their families. Please pray for more prayer and financial supporters.
8 Thurs.
Tom and Lorna Simcox, New Jersey.
Drs. Alfredo and Asunta Espinoza, Argentina: Praise for the good reception they have felt in many visits to nursing homes and hospitals; pray for fruit in hearts of staff and patients visited.
9 Fri.
Dan and Megan Price (International Ministries Director), home office: for wisdom and discernment as he leads our International workers.
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.
Psalm 19:14
Simon and Joanne Lawry, Queensland.
11 Sun.
15 Thurs.
Mother’s Day. Thank God for godly mothers who teach their children to love Him.
16 Fri. 17 Sat.
Dr. Juan and Cintia Espinoza, Argentina: Pray for the supplies necessary to continue the Lord’s work here; for good health and stamina of staff and volunteers in FOI medical clinic.
Carrie Gould, New Jersey: for wisdom and boldness as she shares the truth of the Messiah.
Emanuel and Lidia Machnicki, Poland.
Amy Hansen (Ministry Support Director) and the Ministry Support department, home office.
Charles and June Furrow, Virginia: Praise the Lord for ongoing opportunities to meet people, and build friendships at the Jewish Community Center.
Proclaim conference, Living in the Last Days, in Redding, California this weekend: Pray for travel safety and blessing on speakers and attendees.
18
Billy and Shanna Ramsdell (Ministry Advancement), Alabama.
19 Mon.
Alicia and Matt Rouse, Florida.
Marty and Pat Wolf, California: for spiritual growth in lives of those Zooming in on his online Bible study; for wisdom in helping believers who are sharing the gospel with friends and family.
Jon and Linda Craft, Illinois.
Wed.
Praise God for the great interest in our Equip, Bridges, and Encounter programs. Pray some will be called to minister with FOI.
Karen Katulka (Marketing & Communication Director) and the Marketing department, home office.
Sun.
Andrii and Bohdana Nakonechnyi, Poland.
Pray for wives and families of our workers who are at home holding down the fort; for protection, peace, and patience.
Trevor and Maggie Stewart-Sweet, England: for the Lord's blessing on each and every meeting and for more people to engage with and support the ministry.
Safety in travel as our representatives speak in churches worldwide.
Wed. Leesa Kuhn (Ministry Advancement), Ohio.
Jesse King (Managing Editor), home office: that God will guide and direct Israel My Glory magazine; for wisdom and skill to run it.
Mike and Cindy Stallard (Vice President of International Ministries), home office.
1 Sun.
2 Mon.
Joachim and Jenny Klotz, Germany: Praise for many opportunities to speak at churches and conferences on the origin and significance of the Bible and Israel, and on hermeneutics and eschatology.
Paul Golden (Church Relations Director), home office: to connect with pastors and encourage them.
3 Tues.
4 Wed.
Ania and Lukas Kur, Poland.
5 Thurs.
Steve and Alice Herzig (North American Ministries Director), home office: Praise for our faithful workers in the US and Canada. Pray for more workers who love Israel and the Jewish people.
FOI—Canada Board meets today. Thank God for these men and pray for wisdom as they make decisions.
6 Fri.
Rob and Barb Gottselig (Canadian Director), Alberta: Praise God for His goodness and faithfulness in providing for the needs of FOI and our staff; and for opening new doors of opportunity in churches and in the Jewish community.
7 Sat.
Paul and Carolyn Pierce, Washington.
8 Sun.
9 Mon.
10 Tues.
Pray that more churches welcome and support FOI’s ministry.
Nathan and Laura Montgomery, California.
Cameron and Amber Joyner, Georgia: wisdom, insight, stamina as he leads Origins team.
For You are my rock and my fortress; therefore, for Your name’s sake, lead me and guide me.
Psalm 31:3
Father’s Day. Thank God for godly fathers who lead their children in truth. 11 Wed. 15 Sun.
Origins Youth Volunteer trip, 6/11–6/29: for Israelis to be positively impacted; to be successful in God’s sight.
Board of Trustees meets today. Pray for wisdom and health for these dedicated men who serve the Lord through FOI.
16 Mon.
Bob and Heidi Johnessee, Ohio: Pray for fruit from Bible studies they host; for safety in travel. Praise for ongoing opportunities to minister to Jewish friends.
Mark and Kathy Rogers, Victoria.
Jael Kalisher, Israel.
Cathy Miles, home office: that she can meet the needs of our International team at headquarters and around the world.
18
Ralph and Caroll Lavallee, British Columbia: pray that God uses them to bring glory to Himself as they minister with FOI.
19 Thurs.
Gabe Penfield, Virginia.
Keegan Milsten, Washington.
Aaron Ingala (Shipping and Mailing Manager), home office.
Les and Elizabeth Crawford (Australian Director), South Australia: wisdom leading FOI Australia team; for preaching opportunities to represent FOI and to equip God’s people.
Paul and Lynnette Scharf, Wisconsin: for blessing and good exposure as he represents FOI at the IFCA International Convention in Greenville, SC, this week.
Yuri and Amy Rogaev, Alberta.
Roy Hiebert, Manitoba: pray his genuine compassion will be evident as he volunteers in Jewish community.
Mike Gann (Ministry Advancement), Arizona: to be able to clearly communicate to our partners the challenges Jewish people face around the world and how FOI seeks to meet those challenges practically and spiritually.
Julie Hoffman, home office.
David Gunn (Assistant Media Director), home office: wisdom and guidance in teaching God's Word.
Pray that God uses FOI staff around the world for His honor and glory.