Sunday November 1: Continue to pray for the Swazi Baptist churches without pastoral leadership. Pray these churches will remain one body and faithful in serving one another as they patiently wait on the Lord to provide the right person to lead the congregations.
Monday November 2: Thank you for praying for Monica and Lacie last month as they took a short holiday in the USA for Monica’s cousin’s wedding. It was a great trip and Monica and Lacie are blessed to have had the opportunity for a quick visit to see family and be a part of a special family occasion. Steve and Nathan did well without their girls.
-Pray the Allen family will have strength and wisdom as Steve and Monica balance family and ministry each day. Pray their walks with the Lord will grow more and more specifically direction for family as Lacie and Nathan are taught to love the Lord Jesus Christ. Pray Steve and Monica will continue to find ways to make weekly worship at home positive and meaningful for the children especially Lacie.
Tuesday November 3: Sarah Warren’s follow-up visit to her doctor on the 12th of October for blurry vision in her right eye revealed a slight improvement. She will need to continue wearing the eye patch on her left eye in order to strengthen the right one. Her next check-up is December 28th. Continue to pray the blurry vision will go away!! Pray for Sarah as she continues to wear the eye patch.
Wednesday November 4: Continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert Warren. The Lord has blessed Lisa with a part-time secretarial job with a Baptist church in her area. Pray for Lisa’s father as his recovery continues to be slow with new developments. Pray they will be able adjust to leaving their home.
Thursday November 5: This month Swazis hope to prepare their fields for planting their yearly crop of corn (main diet staple). Planting will not take place until sufficient rain has fallen. Pray every region and area of Swaziland will have enough water to plant their crops and meet the people’s needs.
Friday November 6: The Myers return today after two weeks sharing in North Carolina about their work among the Swazi people. Tomorrow, they leave for Northwest Indiana ministry sharing with the Orchard Drive Baptist Church Saturday evening and preaching (Wayne) Sunday morning. Pray the Myers will be spiritually prepared for this weekend. Wayne was pastor of the Orchard Drive Baptist Church 1989-1993. Pray for Wayne and Barbara as they fellowship with friends and share of the work the Lord has given them with the Swazi people.
Saturday November 7: Today the Baptist Convention of Swaziland will elect a new Executive Committee. Pray committed, Christian leaders will be elected to these positions. Pray for unity in all decisions and support from all our Baptist churches.
Sunday November 8: Pray for the new outreach group in the Lesibovu area averaging about 60 people each Saturday afternoon. Pray for God’s wisdom guiding each step for Steve and Monica Allen with this group. Even now, pray for leaders that will rise within the group to be trained. 70 people have accepted Jesus Christ and 27 people have been baptized through these Bible studies. Sunday afternoon church services are now being conducted.
Monday November 9: While stateside Wayne and Barbara Myers have spent time with the Myers’ family. Wayne’s brother, Terry was found to have stage-4 cancer in 2008. More was learned of his illness and prognosis. He is currently in remission but has been told the cancer will return and must have follow-up tests every three months. Please pray for Terry and his wife Darlene as they continue to deal with the effects of the cancer and the general prognosis. Pray Terry will continue to be in remission.
Tuesday November 10: Plans are being made to form a National True Love Waits committee with reps from our Swazi Baptist churches as well as other Great Commission organizations. Continue to pray for leaders to rise up and stand strong in sharing the message of purity. A True Love Waits trainers’ weekend was held for the Hhohho and Manzini regions for those interested in teaching the message of TLW in their churches, schools and communities. Pray these newly trained leaders will share with others, be accountable to one another and keep spreading the positive message of TLW.
Wednesday November 11: Pray as the Swazi Team prayerfully works on personnel requests for workers to come and serve with the Myers and Allens in Swaziland. Even now, pray for the people God has chosen to send to work with our Swazi mission team and the Swazi people to further His kingdom.
Thursday November 12: In the last couple of months three Swazi Baptist couples were united in marriage. There are very few Christian role models for those desiring a Christian wedding and marriage. Culture allows the man to treat his wife as he chooses and have relationships outside the marriage. Pray these couples will understand what God expects of the marriage relationship. Pray for strong Swazi Christian marriages.
Friday November 13: Today the Myers leave for their second trip to North Carolina to speak in churches and groups Sunday through Wednesday. They plan to return to Kentucky on the 19th of November. Pray this time will be spiritually lifting for everyone involved. Pray the Lord will bless the fellowship with old and new friends.
Saturday November 14: Sipho is an adult Swazi that is HIV positive. Taking the ARVs (Anti-retro viral) he is able to live a somewhat normal life. Recent statistics show that 400,000 adults live in Swaziland and 44% of these adults are on the ARVs. Pray the anti-retro viral drugs will continue to be available for those suffering from HIV/AIDS. Pray for a change in behavior that causes the spread of HIV/AIDS and the need for ARVs.
Sunday November 15: Pray for wisdom and God’s direction for Steven Allen in pursuing new work. Steven and Nathan recently conducted a prayer drive around the Magugu Dam area and although Steven has been invited to show the “Jesus” film at a local primary school doors do not seem to be opening for a new work at this time. Pray for direction concerning where the Allens need to conduct another prayer drive in the Hhohho region.
Monday November 16: Pray the King of Swaziland, his wives and children will hear the true salvation story and will realize trusting in Jesus is the most precious gift of all.
Tuesday November 17: LOTTIE MOON @WORK… Want to read stories that will help your church understand how giving to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering supports IMB missionaries on the field—go to www.imb.org- then click on HOME—afterwards look for What’s New and click on “What can a missionary do with $1.00…following with a click on “More giving opportunities.” Please seek the Lord’s will concerning your contributions to LMCO. Pray 2009 LMCO goal of $175 million will be reached. J
Wednesday November 18: During the third school term, the Allens need to get Lacie’s name on a list for grade 1 at one of the private schools in Mbabane. Although Lacie is only starting kindergarten in January 2010, the Allens will be stateside for six months next year and Lacie’s name needs to be on a list for school before the school year ends this year. Pray the right school will be found for Lacie before the end of the year.
Thursday November 19: The green dome lights up when people are worshipping inside the mosque that sits on a hill overlooking Nhlangano. The same can be said of other mosques Manzini and Mbabane. Pray for the many Swazis being misled and confused by the Muslim faith. Pray Christians will see the urgency to witness to their lost friends, family members and neighbors.
Friday November 20: Trying to start and sustain homestead churches continues to be difficult. Challenges include not wanting to be identified with Zionists (African Traditional Religion), feeling the church is not “theirs” but belongs to the homestead family and feeling the church imposes on the family by meeting each week. Pray Christian Swazis will understand the need to reach their neighbors for Jesus. Pray these challenges will not keep them from organizing and meeting on a regular basis.
Saturday November 21: We as believers, can accept God’s peace into our lives, we are transformed. And then, because we possess he gift of peace, we can share the gift with fellow believers and with fellow citizens of all faiths. Today, as a gift to yourself , to your family, to your friends and to your nation, pray for peace in this world and for peace within your soul. www.presidentialprayerteam.org
Sunday November 22: Today the Myers are sharing with the Dover Baptist Church in the am and the Hillview Baptist Church in the pm. Pray for a spirit of interest in those hearing how the Lord is working in Swaziland. Pray for a desire to commit to praying and supporting IMB missionaries and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. J
Monday November 23: Pray for several churches that are currently trying to obtain plots for building new churches or shifting existing churches. Hawane Baptist is STILL waiting to have their plot of land marked by the community council. Victory Baptist plans to move their building closer to the road. Ntsintsa has met in a Red Cross building since it started in the 1990s and desires to have their own church. Mphembekati has to move their existing church due to being too close to a school. Peniel lost their church meeting place so they are seeking a new one temporarily until they can begin building their own structure. Lesibovu, newest outreach area, is also attempting to obtain land so they can begin building their own church structure.
Tuesday November 24: Volunteer teams are preparing for a time of work and ministry in Swaziland. Pray as these groups meet and prepare for their time working with the Allens and Myers. Begin praying for the volunteer team from the Atlantic Association in North Carolina planning to arrive the middle of January to work in the Shiselweni region.
Wednesday November 25: In the Lubumbo region more Swazis are taking the initiative to share the gospel and reach out to their people. Also, a mission team has been formed among the Swazis, going to surrounding areas to do evangelism as well as Mozambique. Pray these faithful servants will continue to commit to seeing many lost Swazis find hope and eternal life in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Thursday November 26: HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY!!
The Swazi Team is thankful for all God has done in our lives and how He is working in and through the Swazi people. Pray for the Myers celebrating Thanksgiving in Kentucky and the Allens celebrating in Swaziland. The Allens are thankful for the missionary community in Mbabane with whom they will celebrate Thanksgiving. J
Friday November 27: Pray for Greg, Hannah, Joshua and Elijah Poe returning to Swaziland as a volunteer team (December 10-25). Hannah will be the main speaker for our National Women’s Retreat (December 17-19) for all our women of the Swazi Baptist churches. The Poe family will be leading and sharing with various ministries during their time in Swaziland. Pray for safety and health for their trip and ministry schedule plans to be finalized.
Saturday November 28: The Swaziland Baptist National Women’s Retreat is scheduled for December 17-19, 2009 at the Manzini Baptist Church. Hannah Poe former missionary with the Swazi Team is the guest speaker. Please pray for a wonderful time of fellowship and spiritual learning. Pray for Hannah’s spiritual preparation as she comes to lead this retreat.
Sunday November 29: Pray for the many families in Swaziland who are devastated by the AIDS pandemic. Pray for the many children without parents and grandparents without children, for the Swazi economy suffering from the loss of many skilled workers and for the possible loss of a whole generation. Pray Swazis will seek to live Christ-like lives and the AIDS pandemic will lose its grip on the Swazi people.
Monday November 30: It is the heroes and heroines who are out of sight and who labour in prayer, who make it possible for those who are in sight to do their work and win.” G. Campbell Morgan (1863-1945) pastor of the Westminster Chapel, London. Thank you faithful prayer warriors who pray for us missionaries and the Swazi people. Pray we will continue working and praying together for the many lost Swazis who do not know the Lord as their Savior.
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Help us remember
That the key to life and living
Is to make each prayer a
Prayer of thanks
And every day “Thanksgiving.”
-Helen Steiner Rice
I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.
Psalm 69:30
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Myers Weekly Prayer Letter - October 26
THE MYERS HIT THE ROAD TO NORTH CAROLINA!!
Friday, 23rd of October we caught our flight to North Carolina to spend two weeks in this beautiful state, the first week (Oct. 23-30) in South Roanoke Association and(October 31-November 6) in the Atlantic Association. Both of these associations have been faithful in their support of the Swazi Team and the work with the Swazi people. Many volunteer teams have been sent from these associations as well. We have developed wonderful relationships with many of the people and always look forward to our time of reconnecting and being together.
--Sunday (25th) we shared about our ministry in two churches in which we had never visited before (and it was quite exciting). Both pastors of these churches had been on volunteer teams to Swaziland.
--In the am service we were with the Swan Quarter Baptist Church. Their interim pastor, Jimmy Johnson has been many times to Swaziland and his daughters Hunter and Brinkley ministered with the Swazi Team in June and July. We had a wonderful time of sharing with a “potluck” meal following. Saturday night we were reunited with Brinkley and Hunter (traveling from their perspective colleges). What a fun time!!
--In the pm service we joined the Acorn Baptist Church whose pastor was in Swaziland in April 2008 in the northwest section of the country. It was a joy to meet the pastor’s mother, (89 years of age) a devoted Christian and a former volunteer to Brazil!!
---We so appreciated these two opportunities to be with congregations that support their pastors in their volunteer trips!!
Monday 26th is a special dinner and fellowship at the First Baptist Church of Washington for all those from the South Roanoke Association who have been a part of a volunteer team to Swaziland.
Please pray many blessings will continue to come from the Swazi Team-South Roanoke relationship. The South Roanoke and the Swazi Team have entered a partnership to evangelize the northeast section of the country. Pray as future volunteer teams begin planning their time of ministry in Swaziland!!
--In February 16-March 2, The First Baptist Church, Washington is scheduled to send a volunteer team to the northeast section of the country. Pray for this group, led by their pastor (Jimmy Moore) as they spiritually prepare for the work the Lord has given them in Swaziland.
--Please continue to pray for us as we share with the First Baptist Church, Washington on Wednesday as well as the New Discovery Baptist Church on Tuesday.
PRAYER REQUESTS UPDATES:
-Please continue to pray Sarah Warren’s blurry vision in her right eye will go away!! Pray for Sarah as she continues to wear the eye patch.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert Warren. The Lord has blessed Lisa with a part-time secretarial job with a Baptist church in her area. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Pray for my niece’s husband’s mother (Debbie Miracle) diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time. Pray for the family as they continue to deal with Debbie’s illness.
--Wayne’s brother, Terry he is currently in remission but has been told the cancer will return and must have follow-up tests every three months. Please pray for Terry and his wife Darlene as they continue to deal with the effects of the cancer and the general prognosis. Pray Terry will continue to be in remission.
AIDS UPDATE:
The Swazi Team continues to deal with the issue of True Love Waits presenters allowing the Swazi culture and tradition to control their lives. Some of these individuals elected by their church to be trained to present the True Love message of abstinence and Christian living and marriage find themselves in situations that do not reflect the message they were trained to teach. Please continue to pray the Swazi Baptist youth will totally commit their lives to the Lord and His teachings. Especially pray for those trained to teach the TLW message will take this commitment seriously and desire to be a Christian witness to other Swazi youth.
This month Swazis hope to prepare their fields for planting their yearly crop of corn (main diet staple). Planting will not take place until sufficient rain has fallen. Pray every region and area of Swaziland will have enough water to plant their crops and meet the people’s needs.
PRAYER FOR AMERICA:
“As I journey through this life, Lord, help me always to consult the true road map: Your Holy Word. I know that when I turn my heart and thoughts to You, Father, You will lead me along the path that is right for me. And, when our nation’s leaders seek Your will, they will also discover the wisdom of Your Holy Word. Today, dear Lord, let me know Your will and study Your Word, and let America’s leaders fulfill Your plan for our nation. Amen.”
www.presidentialprayerteam.org
LOTTIE MOON @WORK…
Even after 2,000 years of Christian influence, more than 1.5 billion people are still missing out on the opportunity to hear the Gospel. They are hidden behind cultural, physical, and language barriers to a Gospel witness.
Please pray every person will have chance to hear the Gospel message. Please pray for the Lord’s direction on how you should give the Lottie Moon Christmas offering.
For more information check the www.imb.org website. Look for details concerning the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering and the Week of Prayer theme.
Continue to pray for the Cowboy Rodeo Church (Spenser Co., Ky)…
God is doing a marvelous work in and through the Cowboy Rodeo Church. A fellowship is scheduled for the 1st of November at 6:00pm. During the service Fox 41 in the Morning newscast will visit with a film crew. This church began to reach those working in the horse industry. God is providing a sponsoring church for this ministry.
PRAYER NEEDS:
v Pray more will come to know the Lord
v Pray for the discipleship of those coming to the Lord.
v Pray for the planning of Small Groups.
v Pray for the planning of VBS this summer.
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
www.swazimissions.org
Friday, 23rd of October we caught our flight to North Carolina to spend two weeks in this beautiful state, the first week (Oct. 23-30) in South Roanoke Association and(October 31-November 6) in the Atlantic Association. Both of these associations have been faithful in their support of the Swazi Team and the work with the Swazi people. Many volunteer teams have been sent from these associations as well. We have developed wonderful relationships with many of the people and always look forward to our time of reconnecting and being together.
--Sunday (25th) we shared about our ministry in two churches in which we had never visited before (and it was quite exciting). Both pastors of these churches had been on volunteer teams to Swaziland.
--In the am service we were with the Swan Quarter Baptist Church. Their interim pastor, Jimmy Johnson has been many times to Swaziland and his daughters Hunter and Brinkley ministered with the Swazi Team in June and July. We had a wonderful time of sharing with a “potluck” meal following. Saturday night we were reunited with Brinkley and Hunter (traveling from their perspective colleges). What a fun time!!
--In the pm service we joined the Acorn Baptist Church whose pastor was in Swaziland in April 2008 in the northwest section of the country. It was a joy to meet the pastor’s mother, (89 years of age) a devoted Christian and a former volunteer to Brazil!!
---We so appreciated these two opportunities to be with congregations that support their pastors in their volunteer trips!!
Monday 26th is a special dinner and fellowship at the First Baptist Church of Washington for all those from the South Roanoke Association who have been a part of a volunteer team to Swaziland.
Please pray many blessings will continue to come from the Swazi Team-South Roanoke relationship. The South Roanoke and the Swazi Team have entered a partnership to evangelize the northeast section of the country. Pray as future volunteer teams begin planning their time of ministry in Swaziland!!
--In February 16-March 2, The First Baptist Church, Washington is scheduled to send a volunteer team to the northeast section of the country. Pray for this group, led by their pastor (Jimmy Moore) as they spiritually prepare for the work the Lord has given them in Swaziland.
--Please continue to pray for us as we share with the First Baptist Church, Washington on Wednesday as well as the New Discovery Baptist Church on Tuesday.
PRAYER REQUESTS UPDATES:
-Please continue to pray Sarah Warren’s blurry vision in her right eye will go away!! Pray for Sarah as she continues to wear the eye patch.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert Warren. The Lord has blessed Lisa with a part-time secretarial job with a Baptist church in her area. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Pray for my niece’s husband’s mother (Debbie Miracle) diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time. Pray for the family as they continue to deal with Debbie’s illness.
--Wayne’s brother, Terry he is currently in remission but has been told the cancer will return and must have follow-up tests every three months. Please pray for Terry and his wife Darlene as they continue to deal with the effects of the cancer and the general prognosis. Pray Terry will continue to be in remission.
AIDS UPDATE:
The Swazi Team continues to deal with the issue of True Love Waits presenters allowing the Swazi culture and tradition to control their lives. Some of these individuals elected by their church to be trained to present the True Love message of abstinence and Christian living and marriage find themselves in situations that do not reflect the message they were trained to teach. Please continue to pray the Swazi Baptist youth will totally commit their lives to the Lord and His teachings. Especially pray for those trained to teach the TLW message will take this commitment seriously and desire to be a Christian witness to other Swazi youth.
This month Swazis hope to prepare their fields for planting their yearly crop of corn (main diet staple). Planting will not take place until sufficient rain has fallen. Pray every region and area of Swaziland will have enough water to plant their crops and meet the people’s needs.
PRAYER FOR AMERICA:
“As I journey through this life, Lord, help me always to consult the true road map: Your Holy Word. I know that when I turn my heart and thoughts to You, Father, You will lead me along the path that is right for me. And, when our nation’s leaders seek Your will, they will also discover the wisdom of Your Holy Word. Today, dear Lord, let me know Your will and study Your Word, and let America’s leaders fulfill Your plan for our nation. Amen.”
www.presidentialprayerteam.org
LOTTIE MOON @WORK…
Even after 2,000 years of Christian influence, more than 1.5 billion people are still missing out on the opportunity to hear the Gospel. They are hidden behind cultural, physical, and language barriers to a Gospel witness.
Please pray every person will have chance to hear the Gospel message. Please pray for the Lord’s direction on how you should give the Lottie Moon Christmas offering.
For more information check the www.imb.org website. Look for details concerning the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering and the Week of Prayer theme.
Continue to pray for the Cowboy Rodeo Church (Spenser Co., Ky)…
God is doing a marvelous work in and through the Cowboy Rodeo Church. A fellowship is scheduled for the 1st of November at 6:00pm. During the service Fox 41 in the Morning newscast will visit with a film crew. This church began to reach those working in the horse industry. God is providing a sponsoring church for this ministry.
PRAYER NEEDS:
v Pray more will come to know the Lord
v Pray for the discipleship of those coming to the Lord.
v Pray for the planning of Small Groups.
v Pray for the planning of VBS this summer.
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
www.swazimissions.org
Monday, October 19, 2009
Myers Weekly Prayer Letter - October 19
I want to say thank you to all who sent birthday greetings on my special day. I so appreciate you remembering me and praying for me!
“It is the heroes and heroines who are out of sight and who labor in prayer, who make it possible for those who are in sight to do their work and win.” -G. Campbell Morgan (1863-1945), pastor of Westminister Chapel in London.
Yesterday morning we worshiped with the Hillview Baptist Church in Louisville, Ky. The WMU ladies have been faithful prayer supporters of the Myers and invited us to participate in their Eliza Broadus Tasting Party. It was an enjoyable time. We were made to feel supported and affirmed!! It is always special to meet those who pray for us and the work with the Swazi people. Plans are being made for us to return and share our story as well as show pictures and answer questions concerning the Lord’s ministry in Swaziland. Please remember this church as the congregation ministers to those in their community. Pray for Wayne and I as we return to Hillview and share the Lord’s blessings in Swaziland.
--Pray also for Hillview revival services beginning on the 1st of November!!
THE MYERS HIT THE ROAD TO NORTH CAROLINA!!
Friday, 23rd of October we leave for North Carolina and the South Roanake Association spending a week speaking in churches. On Friday the 30th, we depart for the Atlantic Association to also speak and fellowship. We will return to Kentucky on the 6th of November. Both associations have been faithful in sending volunteer teams to work with our Swazi Baptist churches and beginning new work. Pray our time with these two associations will be fun, relaxing and rewarding as we continue to share how God is blessing the work in the Shiselweni and Lubumbo regions of Swaziland.
PRAYER REQUESTS UPDATES:
-Monica and Lacie have returned to Swaziland after attending Monica’s cousin’s wedding in Florida and spending time with her family. We thank you for praying for Monica and Lacie as well as Steve and Nathan who remained in Swaziland.
--Sarah Warren’s follow-up visit to her doctor on the 12th of October for blurry vision in her right eye revealed a slight improvement. She will need to continue wearing the eye patch on her left eye in order to strengthen the right one. Her next check-up is December 28th. Continue to pray the blurry vision will go away!! Pray for Sarah as she continues to wear the eye patch.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert Warren. The Lord has blessed Lisa with a part-time secretarial job with a Baptist church in her area. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Pray for my niece’s husband’s mother (Debbie Miracle) diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time. The pastor of Hillview Baptist Church in Louisville is a brother to Debbie Miracle. Pray for the family as they continue to deal with Debbie’s illness.
--While stateside we have been able to spend time with the Myers’ family. Wayne’s brother, Terry was found to have stage-4 cancer in 2008. More was learned of his illness and prognosis. He is currently in remission but has been told the cancer will return and must have follow-up tests every three months. Please pray for Terry and his wife Darlene as they continue to deal with the effects of the cancer and the general prognosis. Pray Terry will continue to be in remission.
AIDS UPDATE:
Pray for the many in Swaziland suffering from AIDS. Pray for the caregivers as they do what they know to do while watching as their loved one slowly dies. Pray the unsaved will have a chance to accept Jesus as their Savior before death comes.
IMB OFFICE OF GLOBAL PRAYER STRATEGY:
-Thirty missionary candidates will arrive in Richmond for their Candidate interview Conference, October 19-23. Thank the Lord for calling out laborers into His overseas harvest fields. Pray for Him to give clear guidance to these candidates as they seek to match up with the place of ministry to which He has called them.
This month Swazis hope to prepare their fields for planting their yearly crop of corn (main diet staple). Planting will not take place until sufficient rain has fallen. Pray every region and area of Swaziland will have enough water to plant their crops and meet the people’s needs.
PRAYER FOR PEACE:
Dear Lord, You offer a peace that is perfect and eternal. Let me turn the cares and burdens of my life over to You, and let me feel the spiritual abundance that You offer through the person of Your Son, the Prince of Peace. Today, I also pray for peace among the nations, Father, and for brotherly love among Your children throughout the world. I pray for your safety and comfort for these soldiers fighting for the freedoms of our great nation. You are the source of peace, Dear Lord; let us find it in You. Amen www.presidentialprayerteam.org
THE LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING!! Has your church set their goal? Over 5,000 International Mission Board missionaries depend upon your church to commit to support their work and ministry through monetary gifts to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. Without your support we cannot stay on the “field! Give to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering!!
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
Behold, the Lord’s hand is not so short that is cannot save; Neither is His ear so dull that it cannot hear. But your iniquities have made a separation between you and God, and your sins have hidden His face from you, so that He does not want to hear. Isaiah 59:1-2
“It is the heroes and heroines who are out of sight and who labor in prayer, who make it possible for those who are in sight to do their work and win.” -G. Campbell Morgan (1863-1945), pastor of Westminister Chapel in London.
Yesterday morning we worshiped with the Hillview Baptist Church in Louisville, Ky. The WMU ladies have been faithful prayer supporters of the Myers and invited us to participate in their Eliza Broadus Tasting Party. It was an enjoyable time. We were made to feel supported and affirmed!! It is always special to meet those who pray for us and the work with the Swazi people. Plans are being made for us to return and share our story as well as show pictures and answer questions concerning the Lord’s ministry in Swaziland. Please remember this church as the congregation ministers to those in their community. Pray for Wayne and I as we return to Hillview and share the Lord’s blessings in Swaziland.
--Pray also for Hillview revival services beginning on the 1st of November!!
THE MYERS HIT THE ROAD TO NORTH CAROLINA!!
Friday, 23rd of October we leave for North Carolina and the South Roanake Association spending a week speaking in churches. On Friday the 30th, we depart for the Atlantic Association to also speak and fellowship. We will return to Kentucky on the 6th of November. Both associations have been faithful in sending volunteer teams to work with our Swazi Baptist churches and beginning new work. Pray our time with these two associations will be fun, relaxing and rewarding as we continue to share how God is blessing the work in the Shiselweni and Lubumbo regions of Swaziland.
PRAYER REQUESTS UPDATES:
-Monica and Lacie have returned to Swaziland after attending Monica’s cousin’s wedding in Florida and spending time with her family. We thank you for praying for Monica and Lacie as well as Steve and Nathan who remained in Swaziland.
--Sarah Warren’s follow-up visit to her doctor on the 12th of October for blurry vision in her right eye revealed a slight improvement. She will need to continue wearing the eye patch on her left eye in order to strengthen the right one. Her next check-up is December 28th. Continue to pray the blurry vision will go away!! Pray for Sarah as she continues to wear the eye patch.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert Warren. The Lord has blessed Lisa with a part-time secretarial job with a Baptist church in her area. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Pray for my niece’s husband’s mother (Debbie Miracle) diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time. The pastor of Hillview Baptist Church in Louisville is a brother to Debbie Miracle. Pray for the family as they continue to deal with Debbie’s illness.
--While stateside we have been able to spend time with the Myers’ family. Wayne’s brother, Terry was found to have stage-4 cancer in 2008. More was learned of his illness and prognosis. He is currently in remission but has been told the cancer will return and must have follow-up tests every three months. Please pray for Terry and his wife Darlene as they continue to deal with the effects of the cancer and the general prognosis. Pray Terry will continue to be in remission.
AIDS UPDATE:
Pray for the many in Swaziland suffering from AIDS. Pray for the caregivers as they do what they know to do while watching as their loved one slowly dies. Pray the unsaved will have a chance to accept Jesus as their Savior before death comes.
IMB OFFICE OF GLOBAL PRAYER STRATEGY:
-Thirty missionary candidates will arrive in Richmond for their Candidate interview Conference, October 19-23. Thank the Lord for calling out laborers into His overseas harvest fields. Pray for Him to give clear guidance to these candidates as they seek to match up with the place of ministry to which He has called them.
This month Swazis hope to prepare their fields for planting their yearly crop of corn (main diet staple). Planting will not take place until sufficient rain has fallen. Pray every region and area of Swaziland will have enough water to plant their crops and meet the people’s needs.
PRAYER FOR PEACE:
Dear Lord, You offer a peace that is perfect and eternal. Let me turn the cares and burdens of my life over to You, and let me feel the spiritual abundance that You offer through the person of Your Son, the Prince of Peace. Today, I also pray for peace among the nations, Father, and for brotherly love among Your children throughout the world. I pray for your safety and comfort for these soldiers fighting for the freedoms of our great nation. You are the source of peace, Dear Lord; let us find it in You. Amen www.presidentialprayerteam.org
THE LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING!! Has your church set their goal? Over 5,000 International Mission Board missionaries depend upon your church to commit to support their work and ministry through monetary gifts to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. Without your support we cannot stay on the “field! Give to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering!!
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
Behold, the Lord’s hand is not so short that is cannot save; Neither is His ear so dull that it cannot hear. But your iniquities have made a separation between you and God, and your sins have hidden His face from you, so that He does not want to hear. Isaiah 59:1-2
Myers Weekly Prayer Letter - October 12
Happy Birthday to Barbara today (12th of October)!!
SPECIAL MYERS FAMILY GATHERING:
The Myers family gathered together on Saturday (10th of December) to remember Larry and JoAnn as well as Sandy. It was a time of sharing with each other as well as remembering. In January 2008 Wayne’s sister Sandy (61 years old) was found dead in her chair. In May 2009 Larry (54 years old) passed away after suffering a massive heart attack. June 2009 JoAnn (69 years old) died after a long bout with cancer. We appreciate each of you who prayed for this special time.
--We spent the night (10th) with Terry and Darlene Myers. Terry was found to have stage 4-cancer in 2008. We learned more of his illness and prognosis. Currently Terry is in remission but has been told the cancer will return and must have follow-up tests every three months. Please pray for Terry and Darlene as they continue to deal with the effects of the cancer and the general prognosis. Pray Terry will continue to be in remission.
We want to say a big THANK YOU to Rob and Susan for loaning us a car. We drove to O’Fallen, Missouri last week (Monday-Wednesday) and enjoyed a wonderful time of fellowship and meeting their daughter Savannah. We also did some sightseeing, visiting the Meramec Caverns at Stanton, Mo and the Holocaust Museum in St. Louis. We appreciate the opportunity to make the visit and explore the beautiful state of Missouri.
SPECIAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Monica and Lacie returns to Swaziland this week, October 16th. Continue to pray for Steve and Nathan as they await Monica and Lacie’s return to Swaziland. Pray Monica and Lacie’s flight will be uneventful.
-During Steven Allen’s last medical visit, he was found to have four kidney stones. Please pray he will be able to pass these without difficulty.
--Sarah Warren is scheduled for a follow-up test on the 12th of October for blurry vision in the right eye. Please continue to pray for Sarah Warren. Pray for satisfactory results from her test today.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert and Lisa Warren. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-For my niece’s husband’s mother who has been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. A feeding tube has been placed. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time.
--October 18, 2009 the Myers will attend the Hillview Baptist Church (Louisville, KY) WMU’s Eliza Broadus (State Missions) celebration. This church is a great prayer supporter of the Myers and their work with the Swazi people. Pray this will be a very special time with this church celebrates their contribution to the Eliza Broadus mission offering.
AIDS UPDATE:
Kelly Woody, True Love Waits International Consultant was in Swaziland August/September meeting with our leaders and leading/teaching True Love Waits presentations and trainings. Plans are being made to form a National True Love Waits committee with reps from our Swazi Baptist churches as well as other Great Commission organizations. Continue to pray for leaders to rise up and stand strong in sharing the message of purity.
IMB OFFICE OF GLOBAL PRAYER STRATEGY:
-The IMB will be hosting 100 pastors and mission leaders for an “Impact Your World Conference,” October 12-14. Ask God to enlarge their hearts and minds to totally grasp His vision for their involvement toward reaching the nations. With more than 3,000 unreached people groups totally unengaged by either a missionary or church, we desperately need for them to become 100 percent involved in God’s plan for extending His kingdom to all the peoples of the world.
-Thank the Lord for the 350 adults and children who recently completed their field personnel orientation and are now headed to their field assignments. Intercede for the 289 adults and during these important days of pre-departure preparation. Pray also that the group will be protected from a major outbreak of the H1N1 flu virus.
In 1873, one young woman was so moved by China’s lostness that she abandoned her job, home and family to evangelize the Chinese. Lottie urged Southern Baptists in the US to take up the cause and support missionaries through prayer and giving. Pray many will give to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering so that all the peoples will have a chance to hear the gospel and know Jesus as their Savior.
Can I pray on a bus?
I never knew I could pray in a shop or on the bus. I never knew I didn’t have to close my eyes or how my head. I didn’t know I could pray for people I never knew. There are just a few of the statements heard by a volunteer team that came to teach the Swazis the importance of a personal prayer life and prayer walking. So many Swazis do not know what it means to pray outside the church and have a personal prayer life. While prayer walking one afternoon, a group of ladies asked the prayer walkers who visited them if they had to stop working in their gardens and go inside for prayer. The prayer walkers told them, “No, we can pray for you right here.” Pray the Swazi people will understand the true meaning of prayer and a need for a personal prayer life. Pray each Swazi Baptist church will make prayer walking a part of the church’s ministry.
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
Pray the rains will be good this year throughout all of Swaziland. Pray especially the rains will be plentiful in the lowveld area of Swaziland that has not received needed rainfall in the past few years.
SPECIAL MYERS FAMILY GATHERING:
The Myers family gathered together on Saturday (10th of December) to remember Larry and JoAnn as well as Sandy. It was a time of sharing with each other as well as remembering. In January 2008 Wayne’s sister Sandy (61 years old) was found dead in her chair. In May 2009 Larry (54 years old) passed away after suffering a massive heart attack. June 2009 JoAnn (69 years old) died after a long bout with cancer. We appreciate each of you who prayed for this special time.
--We spent the night (10th) with Terry and Darlene Myers. Terry was found to have stage 4-cancer in 2008. We learned more of his illness and prognosis. Currently Terry is in remission but has been told the cancer will return and must have follow-up tests every three months. Please pray for Terry and Darlene as they continue to deal with the effects of the cancer and the general prognosis. Pray Terry will continue to be in remission.
We want to say a big THANK YOU to Rob and Susan for loaning us a car. We drove to O’Fallen, Missouri last week (Monday-Wednesday) and enjoyed a wonderful time of fellowship and meeting their daughter Savannah. We also did some sightseeing, visiting the Meramec Caverns at Stanton, Mo and the Holocaust Museum in St. Louis. We appreciate the opportunity to make the visit and explore the beautiful state of Missouri.
SPECIAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Monica and Lacie returns to Swaziland this week, October 16th. Continue to pray for Steve and Nathan as they await Monica and Lacie’s return to Swaziland. Pray Monica and Lacie’s flight will be uneventful.
-During Steven Allen’s last medical visit, he was found to have four kidney stones. Please pray he will be able to pass these without difficulty.
--Sarah Warren is scheduled for a follow-up test on the 12th of October for blurry vision in the right eye. Please continue to pray for Sarah Warren. Pray for satisfactory results from her test today.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert and Lisa Warren. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-For my niece’s husband’s mother who has been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. A feeding tube has been placed. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time.
--October 18, 2009 the Myers will attend the Hillview Baptist Church (Louisville, KY) WMU’s Eliza Broadus (State Missions) celebration. This church is a great prayer supporter of the Myers and their work with the Swazi people. Pray this will be a very special time with this church celebrates their contribution to the Eliza Broadus mission offering.
AIDS UPDATE:
Kelly Woody, True Love Waits International Consultant was in Swaziland August/September meeting with our leaders and leading/teaching True Love Waits presentations and trainings. Plans are being made to form a National True Love Waits committee with reps from our Swazi Baptist churches as well as other Great Commission organizations. Continue to pray for leaders to rise up and stand strong in sharing the message of purity.
IMB OFFICE OF GLOBAL PRAYER STRATEGY:
-The IMB will be hosting 100 pastors and mission leaders for an “Impact Your World Conference,” October 12-14. Ask God to enlarge their hearts and minds to totally grasp His vision for their involvement toward reaching the nations. With more than 3,000 unreached people groups totally unengaged by either a missionary or church, we desperately need for them to become 100 percent involved in God’s plan for extending His kingdom to all the peoples of the world.
-Thank the Lord for the 350 adults and children who recently completed their field personnel orientation and are now headed to their field assignments. Intercede for the 289 adults and during these important days of pre-departure preparation. Pray also that the group will be protected from a major outbreak of the H1N1 flu virus.
In 1873, one young woman was so moved by China’s lostness that she abandoned her job, home and family to evangelize the Chinese. Lottie urged Southern Baptists in the US to take up the cause and support missionaries through prayer and giving. Pray many will give to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering so that all the peoples will have a chance to hear the gospel and know Jesus as their Savior.
Can I pray on a bus?
I never knew I could pray in a shop or on the bus. I never knew I didn’t have to close my eyes or how my head. I didn’t know I could pray for people I never knew. There are just a few of the statements heard by a volunteer team that came to teach the Swazis the importance of a personal prayer life and prayer walking. So many Swazis do not know what it means to pray outside the church and have a personal prayer life. While prayer walking one afternoon, a group of ladies asked the prayer walkers who visited them if they had to stop working in their gardens and go inside for prayer. The prayer walkers told them, “No, we can pray for you right here.” Pray the Swazi people will understand the true meaning of prayer and a need for a personal prayer life. Pray each Swazi Baptist church will make prayer walking a part of the church’s ministry.
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
Pray the rains will be good this year throughout all of Swaziland. Pray especially the rains will be plentiful in the lowveld area of Swaziland that has not received needed rainfall in the past few years.
Myers Weekly Prayer Letter - October 5
Our week (September 28-October 3) was spent at the International Learning Center attending our stateside assignment conference. Opportunities were given for us to:
· Re-Energize physically, emotionally and spiritually
· Reconnect with friends and IMB staff
· Reflect upon our last term of service and what we learned through it
· Retool for stateside assignment and our next term
· Renew that sense of purpose of who we are in Christ and His call upon our lives.
We enjoyed our time at the center and did have time for reconnecting with colleagues and friends and anticipating what the Lord continues to have in store for us. Please continue to pray for us during our time stateside. Pray the Lord will continue to show us His will for our lives.
This week (Monday-Wednesday) we will travel to the St. Louis area (O’Fallon, Missouri) to visit friends from our Orchard Drive days (1989-93) and also collect a vehicle we will use while stateside. We appreciate Rob and Susan for lending us this vehicle and given us a chance to visit with them and catch-up on all the news since we last saw each other in 2002. Please pray we will have a safe journey to and from Missouri. Pray for a wonderful time of visiting and fellowship. Thank you for praying the Lord’s provision of a vehicle while stateside.
SPECIAL MYERS FAMILY GATHERING:
In May Wayne’s brother Larry, passed away from a massive heart attack. In June his oldest sister JoAnn died after a battle with lung cancer. On the 10th of October the family has scheduled a memorial service for these two siblings. Please pray for the family as they gather for a time of remembering Larry and JoAnn. Pray there will be a sense of closure.
--Pray also for Terry Myers who has been dealing with stage 4 cancer since September 2008. Pray the cancer will continue to be in remission.
--Please pray for Lisiwe Sibandze (pastor of the Velebantfu Baptist Church) and Phumzile Dlamini (Phuzmoya Baptist Church) scheduled to be united in marriage on the 10th of October at the Phuzumoya Baptist Church. Pray this couple will be a wonderful Christian witness for other Swazis who are planning to marry. Pray many Swazis will understand God’s plan for marriage.
SPECIAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Pray Monica and Lacie will have a wonderful visit to the states with family (September 29-October 16). Pray for Steve and Nathan who will remain in Swaziland.
-During Steven Allen’s last medical visit, he was found to have four kidney stones. Please pray he will be able to pass these without difficulty.
--Please continue to pray for Sarah Warren as she deals with blurry vision in her right eye. She is scheduled for a follow-up on the 12th of October.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert and Lisa Warren. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-For my niece’s husband’s mother who has been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. A feeding tube has been placed. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time.
-For Kerry Harp who continues to recover from a motorcycle accident last year. Pray the Lord will wrap his loving arms around him and Kerry will feel His presence especially on days when he feels depressed.
AIDS UPDATE:
Sipho is an adult Swazi that is HIV positive. Taking the AVRs (Anti-retro viral) he is able to live a somewhat normal life. Recent statistics given show that 400,000 adults live in Swaziland and 44% of these adults are on the ARVs . This means that 44% of the adults in Swaziland are HIV positive and are being treated with anti-retro viral drugs to help prolong their lives. Pray the anti-retro viral drugs will continue to be available for those suffering from HIV/AIDS. Pray for a change in behavior that causes the spread of HIV/AIDS and the need for ARVs.
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
IMB OFFICE OF GLOBAL PRAYER STRATEGY:
Thank the Lord for the 350 adults and children who recently completed their field personnel orientation and are now headed to their field assignments. Intercede for the 289 adults and children who will be settling into their temporary residence at the learning center on October 11 for their two-month orientation. May the Lord’s blessings be upon them all during these important days of pre-departure preparation. Pray also that the group will be protected from a major outbreak of the H1N1 flu virus.
Cowboy Rodeo Church:
Last Sunday night we had the wonderful opportunity of attending the Cowboy Rodeo Church in Spencer County, Kentucky. What is the purpose of the Cowboy Rodeo Church? Mission Statement: Rodeo Cowboy Church exists to round up cowboys and cowgirls assisting them in becoming fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
Core Values:
Reliance on the Bible: The Bible will be the guide book for all activity of the church.
Outward focused: We will seek to be active in the community.
Dependent only on God: Christ is the head of the church and the Father is to be obeyed.
Everyone is valued: Christ valued people and His church should do the same.
On our knees before God: Since Christ is the head of the church we need to seek His counsel and direction rather than rely on human wisdom.
Pray that those attending will see Rodeo Cowboy Church as a body of believers and not just a worship service. Pray also for the membership development process. Continue to pray that men and women will turn their lives over to Jesus Christ. Thank you for your willingness to pray for the Rodeo Cowboy Church.
· Re-Energize physically, emotionally and spiritually
· Reconnect with friends and IMB staff
· Reflect upon our last term of service and what we learned through it
· Retool for stateside assignment and our next term
· Renew that sense of purpose of who we are in Christ and His call upon our lives.
We enjoyed our time at the center and did have time for reconnecting with colleagues and friends and anticipating what the Lord continues to have in store for us. Please continue to pray for us during our time stateside. Pray the Lord will continue to show us His will for our lives.
This week (Monday-Wednesday) we will travel to the St. Louis area (O’Fallon, Missouri) to visit friends from our Orchard Drive days (1989-93) and also collect a vehicle we will use while stateside. We appreciate Rob and Susan for lending us this vehicle and given us a chance to visit with them and catch-up on all the news since we last saw each other in 2002. Please pray we will have a safe journey to and from Missouri. Pray for a wonderful time of visiting and fellowship. Thank you for praying the Lord’s provision of a vehicle while stateside.
SPECIAL MYERS FAMILY GATHERING:
In May Wayne’s brother Larry, passed away from a massive heart attack. In June his oldest sister JoAnn died after a battle with lung cancer. On the 10th of October the family has scheduled a memorial service for these two siblings. Please pray for the family as they gather for a time of remembering Larry and JoAnn. Pray there will be a sense of closure.
--Pray also for Terry Myers who has been dealing with stage 4 cancer since September 2008. Pray the cancer will continue to be in remission.
--Please pray for Lisiwe Sibandze (pastor of the Velebantfu Baptist Church) and Phumzile Dlamini (Phuzmoya Baptist Church) scheduled to be united in marriage on the 10th of October at the Phuzumoya Baptist Church. Pray this couple will be a wonderful Christian witness for other Swazis who are planning to marry. Pray many Swazis will understand God’s plan for marriage.
SPECIAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-Pray Monica and Lacie will have a wonderful visit to the states with family (September 29-October 16). Pray for Steve and Nathan who will remain in Swaziland.
-During Steven Allen’s last medical visit, he was found to have four kidney stones. Please pray he will be able to pass these without difficulty.
--Please continue to pray for Sarah Warren as she deals with blurry vision in her right eye. She is scheduled for a follow-up on the 12th of October.
Please continue to pray for direction on employment/ministry opportunities for Bert and Lisa Warren. Pray for Lisa’s parents as they adjust to moving into the Warren’s home and for her father’s continued improvement and rehabilitation.
MEDICAL PRAYER REQUESTS:
-For my niece’s husband’s mother who has been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. A feeding tube has been placed. Pray for the Lord’s strength and courage during this difficult time.
-For Kerry Harp who continues to recover from a motorcycle accident last year. Pray the Lord will wrap his loving arms around him and Kerry will feel His presence especially on days when he feels depressed.
AIDS UPDATE:
Sipho is an adult Swazi that is HIV positive. Taking the AVRs (Anti-retro viral) he is able to live a somewhat normal life. Recent statistics given show that 400,000 adults live in Swaziland and 44% of these adults are on the ARVs . This means that 44% of the adults in Swaziland are HIV positive and are being treated with anti-retro viral drugs to help prolong their lives. Pray the anti-retro viral drugs will continue to be available for those suffering from HIV/AIDS. Pray for a change in behavior that causes the spread of HIV/AIDS and the need for ARVs.
A price was given for the printing of the prayer booklet, “So That Christ Might Dwell in Their Hears.” We are waiting to hear concerning possible funding of this project. Please pray an affirmative answer will soon be given and the printing of this booklet can take place. Pray also the prayer booklet will be in the hands of many prayer warriors for the Swazi people.
IMB OFFICE OF GLOBAL PRAYER STRATEGY:
Thank the Lord for the 350 adults and children who recently completed their field personnel orientation and are now headed to their field assignments. Intercede for the 289 adults and children who will be settling into their temporary residence at the learning center on October 11 for their two-month orientation. May the Lord’s blessings be upon them all during these important days of pre-departure preparation. Pray also that the group will be protected from a major outbreak of the H1N1 flu virus.
Cowboy Rodeo Church:
Last Sunday night we had the wonderful opportunity of attending the Cowboy Rodeo Church in Spencer County, Kentucky. What is the purpose of the Cowboy Rodeo Church? Mission Statement: Rodeo Cowboy Church exists to round up cowboys and cowgirls assisting them in becoming fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
Core Values:
Reliance on the Bible: The Bible will be the guide book for all activity of the church.
Outward focused: We will seek to be active in the community.
Dependent only on God: Christ is the head of the church and the Father is to be obeyed.
Everyone is valued: Christ valued people and His church should do the same.
On our knees before God: Since Christ is the head of the church we need to seek His counsel and direction rather than rely on human wisdom.
Pray that those attending will see Rodeo Cowboy Church as a body of believers and not just a worship service. Pray also for the membership development process. Continue to pray that men and women will turn their lives over to Jesus Christ. Thank you for your willingness to pray for the Rodeo Cowboy Church.
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