Monthly Prayer Calendar
Prayer Calendar
"Pray also for us..."
So states the apostle Paul in a letter to believers in Colosse, acknowledging a somewhat stunning reality: though the Christians to whom he was writing were separated from him physically, they could nonetheless participate in his ministry! God’s people could join in God’s work of taking the Gospel to those who hadn’t heard it simply by praying for their missionary pastor.
These realities are no less true today. As a church, Parkside has been blessed with the opportunity to support many missionaries scattered around the world, all of whom are seeking to share the Good News of Jesus with people who have yet to hear and believe it. Can we really help them, being thousands of miles and numerous time zones away? According to Paul, yes! The purpose of this missionary prayer calendar is to inform you of what is going on in certain parts of the world, and invite you to participate in the work through prayer.
The format is simple. Each day, you will find a missionary or organization that Parkside supports, along with one of their specific prayer requests. You’ll also find a different country of the world and how you can best be praying for the people there.
Our hope in arranging this is that you’ll know the privilege of participating in the work of the Gospel, which as Paul also tells the Colossians, is bearing fruit and growing throughout the whole world. We trust that praying for the nations will increase our heart for the world, causing us to increasingly desire and work towards seeing unbelieving people of all nations become committed followers of Christ!
Last Seven Days [ View Full Month ]
- Supported Worker: The City Mission
- Country: United States of America
- Details: Last month, construction began on the Transitional Housing Project, which will give 16 graduates of Laura’s Home the ability to remain on campus with their families and receive supportive services while they work to increase their annual income to afford independent housing. This project will also allow The City Mission to welcome more women and children into Laura's Home. Pray for the support needed to fund all the ministries of The City Mission. Bolivia (Latin America). Population: 12,567,366 Believers: 16.2%. Evangelical Christians have grown greatly in number and in influence, but face challenges. Some follow false ... more >
- Supported Worker: E & J in North Africa
- Details: Last month, when their neighbors finished fasting, E and J shared favorite cookies with them. Please pray that these interactions will gain favor for them and for the message of grace. Several of their brothers and sisters in the church are under a lot of pressure from their families and communities. Pray for two women whose families are confining them to their homes. Ask that our Father will hold them fast and that they will be wise, joyful, and bold, knowing that their hope is not in vain. In April, E made another trip to the “C” region with some ... more >
- Supported Worker: Parkside Heights Church
- Country: United States of America
- Details: Parkside Heights youth will have a retreat May 11-12, in Burton, Ohio. Pray that all who attend will be encouraged as they spend time in God’s Word and enjoy activities and meals together. They are thankful for the many college students who have become part of their church family and will miss them as they leave for the summer or graduate. Please pray for the students’ continued spiritual growth and that they will have open doors to share the gospel with family and friends. Bermuda (North America). Population: 63,935 Believers: 24.3%. Bermuda is an earthly paradise, and Christianity ... more >
- Supported Worker: Amy Cottle
- Country: Thailand
- Details: Amy asks for prayer for the church plant during the university term break. Attendance will be down without the students. Pray that this will be a time for more people in the community to come and hear about Jesus. Pray for Khian, and her adult son Joke, to come to saving faith. Khian is a widow, and her son has a past drug addiction. Belgium (Europe). Population: 11,715,774 Believers: 1.2%. The secular worldview seems to have triumphed in Belgium. Atheists and non-religious now number 31% of society. While almost half of the population consider themselves Catholic, only ... more >
- Supported Worker: Wes & Nancy Collins
- Countries: Guatemala, Peru, United States of America
- Details: Continue to pray for Byron and the LAMP ministry in Guatemala, that many would hear and respond to God’s Word. Wes and Nancy are dealing with ongoing health issues. Wes has Parkinson’s disease, and Nancy will have mitral heart valve surgery on May 9. Pray for successful surgery and recovery for Nancy and for Wes’ Parkinson’s disease to stay stable. They thank God for his faithfulness and blessings even amid these issues. Belarus (Europe). Population: 9,455,037 Believers: 1.3%. Evangelical Christians are increasing despite concerted opposition and intensifying persecution. The state steadfastly maintains laws that forbid meeting in ... more >
- Supported Worker: Chris and Leanne Harrington
- Country: Japan
- Details: The people of Noto Peninsula on the west coast of Japan are still in recovery after the New Year’s earthquake. A teammate, Tina Lin, has relocated there for at least two to three months to help a local church’s recovery efforts. Please pray that this recovery effort would lead to relationships and opportunities to share Christ. Chris will hand over his SEND leadership responsibilities as they prepare to return to America for a one-year Home Assignment. Pray for a smooth transition and specifically for Paul Suzuki as he leads the mission there. Barbados (Caribbean). Population: 282,309 Believers: 34.2 ... more >
- Supported Workers: Goran (& Beth) Tomic, Matt (& Laura) Pheneger, Jon (& Ruthie)
- Country: United States of America
- Details: Please pray for follow-up with those who were trained in soccer ministry in Brazil (in March) and in Kenya (in April). There is a soccer team tour going to Cyprus this month. Pray for God to raise up a good leadership team for Ambassadors ministry there. Also, this month, Goran will spend a week in Serbia and Croatia meeting with leaders and pastors from various denominations. Pray for wisdom and for fruitful ministry and team building to result. Bangladesh (Asia). Population: 174,701,211 Believers: 0.4%. Pray for leadership for the churches. Earlier movements brought thousands of people into ... more >