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‘For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.’
Matthew 18:20
NIGERIA
THE GAIYA FAMILY
28% of Africa is still unreached with the Gospel.
Nigeria celebrates her 64th birthday on 1st October. Pray for the President and those in authority that they would rule wisely in the fear of God and have the people’s interest at heart.
Pray for the Gaiya family as they continue with the work God has called them to. Be assured that your prayers are making a difference in their lives. Pray for spiritual encouragements at ACTS (Pamela), in the church (Musa), and in school (Gracie).
Pray much for ACTS during the harsh economic climate. Things are diffcult and buying books is not a priority for people. Pray for faithfulness and a spirit of perseverance in the staff at the HQ and in all 21 ACTS branches. Pray that the Management would know the Lord’s guidance, wisdom and strength, as they lead the work.
OCTOBER 2024
‘I will go down into the pit, if you will hold the rope.’
William Carey
Pray for daily encouragements and much blessing. Pray that God would be seen at work.
THE IBIA FAMILY
Praise God with Samantha that they have been able to fnd a new school for Hephzibah and Melki, Pray that they will be able to make good friends and that they’ll not only grow academically but spiritually too!
Samantha’s aim for this term is to try and fnd more volunteers to assist with their work in Enugu. Pray for the right connections with church leaders and open doors to be able to share about their work and ministry as well as the need for more volunteers.
Pray for the schools where we have already established relationships. Pray that God would continue to strengthen these relationships between FCS and the schools and that we would see the students becomming more Christ-like.
THE EKANEM FAMILY
The Ekanems give thanks for God’s continuing faithfulness, protection and daily strength in His service.
Pray for Godwin and all the delegates as they attend the National Standing Committee in Lagos from 15th to 17th October. Pray for wisdom for the church leaders as they deliberate over issues concerning the church.
Pray for the wide distribution in Nigeria of Gail’s book: Leaders of a Different Kind. The downturn in the economy of Nigeria is hitting people hard, so books are a bit of a luxury.
Pray for the outreach to Godwin’s home village on 13th October.
Pray for God’s intervention in Nigeria’s economy and governance.
NIGERIA - HOME ASSIGNMENT
MARK NIXON
Mark is currently on home assignment in the UK. Whilst home, he has been able to visit a good number of supporters, both churches and individuals. Pray that they will continue to become more involved in the Mission. Pray that this time of furlough will be a time of refreshing for him and that he will be ready to return to Nigeria in early 2025.
Pray that a suitable programme can be arranged with new and existing partners. Mark hopes to be able to become more involved with churches in other locations. Please pray that it will be possible to obtain a new work permit for this.
Pray for Mark as he spends seven weeks in India visiting students, that he taught previously. This involves
much travel within India and the need to acquire a visa for a ‘protected area’ that can only be obtained after he arrives in Delhi.
In Nigeria, outreach in local villages continues around the college. Students have again started weekend programmes and many villagers come to these. Please pray for more souls to be saved and for new converts to be placed in effective discipleship groups.
The work to complete the block consisting of four classrooms and also the toilet block is now done. Ideally the school in Ochaja will need another block of four more rooms as there are six school years. Pray for the funding of these.
CHAD
THE MORRISON FAMILY
Give thanks with the Morrisons for a mostly encouraging start back at school for Sophie, especially the provision of a good teacher and a good friend in her class. Pray for good communication between Olivia and her nanny and creative ideas for David & Lucy to help her give Olivia a stimulating and nurturing time.
Pray the Lord would guide David as he considers whether to continue as part of TEAM Chad’s leadership at the end of this 2-year term.
Pray for Lucy to know God’s strength, guidance and wisdom in the almost daily decisions of how to advise, care for and responsibly help the vulnerable women she is in contact with through the Acacia ministry.
Pray for wisdom for the Acacia team as they consider how to further integrate Fiona; a newly employed Aca-
cia graduate into the team, specifcally for Lucy as she seeks to mentor her and refects on what aspects of the ministry are best to train her in
JEREMY NASH
Pray Give thanks that Jeremy has returned safely from his most recent trip to Burkina Faso in September. Continue to pray for printing and distribution of the lessons. Pray for training of new leaders in running and teaching the course well. Pray for authorities in new areas to give permission for the courses to run.
Continue to pray that God wouldguide both Rachel and Jeremy in their next steps; particularly in the jobs they will be applying for.
KATHRYN LINDSAY
Give thanks that Kathryn has been able to have week off to rest after a busy summer with the teams. Give thanks for that much needed period of refreshment.
Pray for Kathryn as she prepares for her upcoming home assignment. Pray that all the packing and preparation for returning home would go smoothly. Pray for safety in travelling as she returns.
holiday period. She asks for strength for the coming semester and wisdom in the preparation of the course work and the organisation of the Sunday School..
SCOTLAND
ROBBIE TOOP
In September, Robbie had been invited to speak at an FFM (Fellowship of Faith for Muslims) monthly prayer meeting in Glasgow. Give thanks for a good meeting where he was able to share about Mission Africa’s outreach to the Fulani through the work of David Onuche. Give thanks for much prayer for the Fulani that day and continue to pray for their salvation and discipleship.
On 6th October, Robbie is speaking at Hope Church, Falkirk, where there are a number of young people and families. Please pray that people would understand God’s plan for their part in world mission.
Mission Africa has had a long association with Barnard’s Court, where Robbie has the privilege of speaking on Sunday 13th October. Pray that people will be encouraged by what he shares. Give thanks for ongoing opportunities in these churches. Pray that God would bless what is shared and touch lives in such a way that His Kingdom would be extended in Africa.
Pray for both Robbie & Margaret as they endeavour to build relationships with young people and to see them fnd God’s plan for their part in world mission.
ANA VAN BRAKEL
Ana thanks the Lord for the opportunity to work at her own pace and to slow down signifcantly during this
Pray as Robbie plans for the coming months, including the planned Scottish Conference on 9th November with a ‘meet & greet’ with Paul Wright. More details in the next Prayer Monthly.
BURKINA FASO
KENYA
IVORY COAST
Continue to remember all those who were in Kenya this summer. They are now going through the second half of Come See Go Tell each month. Pray as the teams come together to refect on their time away, that they will be excited to ‘Go & Tell’ others about the work God is doing in Kenya.
Pray for wisdom as we think through what summer 2025 will look for short term mission and as we plan a new season of Come See Go Tell. We already have a number of churches and schools who are keen to bring teams to Africa.
Pray for our Board as they meet together on 8th October. Pray that as they look to the future of Mission Africa, that God would be in the center of all their plans and preparations and pray for widom in all the decisions that they need to make.
The fnancial audit is taking place in October, continue to remember Ashleigh Kelly as she adjusts to her new role in Mission Africa but also as she makes all the necessary preparations for the audit to take place.
Lauren & Catherine want to thank you for praying for their families over these last few months. There are still uncertain times ahead, but God is faithful! Keep remembering them in your prayers.
Prayer Groups — If you would be interested in joining a supporter led prayer group, please email us at news@missionafrica.org.uk. They will be in addition to the Central Prayer Meeting.
Dispatch Magazine - Our Autumn Magazine is now available via post or online. If you would like to sign up to our mailing list to receive the magazine, please email news@missionafrica.org.uk
Prayer Day - Mission Africa’s prayer morning will be taking place on Saturday 30th November in Newtownbreda Baptist Church. Tea & coffee will be served from 10am with the session beginning at 10:30am. We also invite you to join us for a light lunch afterwards. For catering purposes, please do let us know if you would like to attend. You can call the offce, or email news@missionafrica.org.uk to book your place.
MONTHLY PRAYER ZOOM
After chatting, thinking and praying, we have made the decision to hold our zoom prayer meeting on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm. We hope that by keeping it to a more consistent time, that more of you will be able to join us. Our missionaries will be able to share some more personal prayer points which aren’t in this newsletter.
Thursday 17th October 2024 | 7PM Meeting ID: 883 6792 1982
Passcode: 848070
