The Kenya General Conference meets October 1-3. Pray for God’s presence and guidance throughout the sessions. Ask Him to give church leaders wisdom, insight and courage as they make important decisions, including electing a bishop. Pray for unity, clarity and perseverance as the church seeks to advance God's mission throughout Kenya.

Pray for missionaries Mark and Lena as they travel to Creative Access-MY and Sri Lanka in the next several days. Ask the Father to give them fruitful connections with leaders there.

Missionary David Clemente travels to Perth, Australia, on October 1. Join him in prayer as he introduces Gethsemane Leadership Training for the brothers and sisters in the Perth Free Methodist Church.

Praise God for His presence during Area Director Josh Fajardo's recent meetings with pastors and church leaders in Parma, Italy. Give thanks for the meaningful times of sharing, prayer, fellowship and hospitality. Pray for God’s continued guidance as they consider next steps in developing this partnership. Ask Him to strengthen relationships, build unity, and open doors for fruitful ministry in Italy.

Pray for Area Director Ricardo Gomez and his family following the passing of his father, Alirio Gomez Galvis, on September 26. Ask the Lord to surround the entire family with His comforting presence, peace and strength as they mourn and celebrate his life and faith.

Jordan is a land of biblical history and today a land of renewed hope. As Impact Middle East workers serve refugees and equip believers, God is using His Church to bring the love of Christ to those who desperately need it. Continue praying for lives to be transformed through the power of the gospel.

Pray for ICCM Director Tricia Mason, who is visiting ICCM schools in Creative Access-RA over the next week.

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On October 2, Zsuzsa Mecseri-McNamara will speak with social work students in Hungary about human trafficking, exploitation and prevention. Pray that her presentation raises awareness and equips these future professionals to recognize vulnerability and respond with wisdom and compassion.

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Pray for these who are serving:

• Pastor Thomas and Noni Ramundo are once again serving at Great Commission Bible School in Malawi, September 27- October 27.
• Rachel Kinley, production engineer for Wunders, is visiting ministries in Kenya along with her daughter, Vivian, and friend Abhaya Webb, October 1-14.
• Suzanne Fleming and Neva Krug, from McPherson, Kansas, will be assisting with nutrition training in Travesia, Honduras, October 5-8.
• Teagan Smith, niece of Dee Dee Galloway, is assisting with ministries in Bulgaria through October 20.
• Akierra Back assists with In Better Hands ministries in Thailand through November 11.

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

Kevin Austin (Set Free Movement)

David Clemente

Rodrigo & Tanya Rosado

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