International Prayer Focus

Pray for Hong Kong and Macau Territory

Praise God for:

• the reactivation of our ministries across Hong Kong, Macau and China.

Please pray for:

• increased stability and peace within the region
• the strengthening and realigning of the Army’s ministries in the wake of the emigration of personnel to other countries
• candidates and 'second career' officers
• the refining of the Territorial Strategic Plan 2025-2030.

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Pray for Rwanda and Burundi Territory

We give thanks to God for:

• completion of first phase of the officers training college
• territories that have agreed to support us in the construction of pre-schools in our territory
• the success of all planned events that were accomplished last year.

Please pray for:

• legal issues in Burundi district to be sorted out
• good health for officers, employees and all Salvationists, and spiritual awakening among all
• funds for the second phase of the construction of the officers training college
• a smooth transition for the change of leadership at territorial headquarters and the officer training college
• God to open new opportunities in our territory.

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Pray for Canada and Bermuda Territory

We praise and thank God for:

• the souls being saved into the Kingdom and for the recommitment of lives to Christ being made throughout our territory.

Please pray:

• for continued renewal and revival:
  • that the Holy Spirit would continue to breathe renewed life into individuals and into our ministries across our territory
  • that Salvationists would experience the power of the Holy Spirit in all its fullness and live lives of holiness and compassionate love for others.
• for continued strengthening and spiritual health:
  • that continued emphasis on strengthening a disciple-making culture that grows authentic followers of Christ that will help our ministry units be places of holiness and spiritual vibrancy, and help our communities of faith flourish, having transformative influence in the neighbourhoods where The Salvation Army is present
  • that the evidence of the continued pastoral care over our officers will bring new strength, healing, renewed purpose, and a deeper joy in their calling.
• for the harvest of candidates:
  • that hearts would be open and courageously willing to follow God’s call, and with his strength, trust in his guidance and the assurance of his presence
  • that officers would be filled with a joy and boldness and a greater discernment to intentionally engage in meaningful conversations with individuals regarding officership
  • that God would open the floodgates of candidates for his service in this territory and throughout the Salvation Army world.
• for the continual efforts in forging stronger partnerships:
  • that with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we would seek knowledge, discernment and understanding of spiritual and social issues, developing solutions and partnerships with Kingdom-oriented individuals, groups and organisations, to best support and serve our mission
  • for our 2024 Partners in Mission Self-Denial Campaign and that as a territory we will be reminded of the importance of sacrificial giving. With a goal of 2.4 million dollars, we pray earnestly for the surpassing of this target. May our collective efforts ensure the expansive presence of The Salvation Army worldwide.

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Pray for United Kingdom and Ireland Territory

• Together24 will take place in Newport, Wales, 12 – 14 July. We pray for this territorial congress which will include the commissioning of new officers and celebrate 150 years of Salvation Army mission and ministry in Wales.
• We praise God for the good attendances at recent Design for Life and Exploring Leadership events. We pray for all Salvationists to consider God’s call to spiritual leadership and opportunities to serve.
• The Anti-Trafficking and Modern Slavery Department has done vital work to fight for social justice and offer compassionate care since 2011. We pray for the developing partnerships with other Salvation Army territories across Europe, Africa, the South Pacific and East Asia and united work in protection and prevention.
• We praise God for his faithfulness during the past year of structural change and huge challenges for the territory. We pray that God will continue to lead and inspire us, to call and equip his people to minister in the name of Jesus in every expression of Salvation Army mission.

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