Praise God! During services at a new church plant in Togo, 15 people gave their lives to Christ this past weekend. Thank Him for the lives being transformed and for the growth of this ministry. Pray these new believers will grow strong in their faith.

Bishop Lubunga W'Ehusha asks for our continued prayers regarding the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The virus is still spreading rapidly and is now in a sixth province. Please pray for God's mercy to bring an end to this epidemic.

Please pray for those affected by severe rainfall and flooding in Taiwan, especially in areas at risk of landslides. Thank God for His protection so far, and ask Him to continue watching over families, communities and churches, providing safety, strength and peace as they endure ongoing storms and prepare for a typhoon.

Please pray for Bryan as he leads a Bible Survey module for pastoral candidates in Creative Access-VN this week. Ask God to use this time of teaching to deepen the pastors’ understanding of Scripture as one unified story revealing His character and faithfulness. Pray for meaningful conversations as students encourage one another, share their stories, and build lasting relationships. Ask the Father to use this training to strengthen and equip each participant for faithful and effective ministry.

Please pray for the FM ministry in Thessaloniki, Greece, as they reach and disciple Iranian believers and seekers. Thank God for a powerful worship service this past weekend and pray the Holy Spirit will continue to transform lives with the freedom and hope found in Christ.

Pray for the quick resolution of some issues related to Kristi Lancaster's visa for Spain.

As you continue to remember those in Venezuela and Colombia following the major earthquakes in these countries, please pray for:

• wisdom for our leaders on the ground
• the difficult decisions that must be made
• the faithful stewardship of relief funds, now and throughout the long road of recovery ahead

Please pray for the Middle East, remembering the promise of Psalm 147:3: “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Thank God for the ways He is bringing restoration, freedom and hope through the love of Christ. Pray that those suffering from pain, loss and uncertainty will experience God's healing presence, and that ministries across the region will continue to share Christ's love and compassion faithfully.

Please pray for ICCM as it partners with the church through schools in many countries to provide quality education, safe environments and opportunities for children to discover their God-given potential. Ask God to continue using these efforts to bring hope, transform lives and build stronger communities.

Learn more about ICCM

Please pray for Set Free leaders around the world who rely on phones and computers to support ministry, communicate with partners, and serve vulnerable communities. Ask God to provide the updated technology they need, so they can continue sharing Christ’s hope, healing and freedom without interruption.

Learn more about the Set Free Movement

VISA

Pray God will call those who can fulfill the following VISA needs:

• A team of people to assist with ministry to children at the FMC in Millalen, Chile. Click here to learn more.
• Impact Middle East is seeking an IT specialist to visit one of our ministry locations to help set up firewalls and security systems. Please ask the Lord to provide someone to fill this need. If you or someone you know would be interested, please contact Katie Barr at katie@impactmiddleeast.org.

Learn more about opportunities to serve.

Please read these newsletters for current prayer needs from our missionary team:

Kevin Austin (Set Free Movement)

Ricardo & Beth Gomez

Ruthie

HEARTBEAT

PDF versions of the September 2026 Heartbeat and Prayer Guide are available here:

September Heartbeat (PDF)

September Prayer Guide (PDF)

TEAM LEADER TRAINING (October 2 - 3, 2026, Indianapolis, Indiana)

Helping churches prepare short-term ministry teams through practical training, cross-cultural best practices, and biblical principles that foster lasting ministry impact.

Click here to download an informational flyer.

Click here to register.

Affiliate Partners

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In Better Hands (newsletter)

Schools for Africa (newsletter)

Men's Ministries International