Prayer Updates

Leo & Florence Hung
Please remember the preparation works for the Japanese ministry in Hong Kong. May the Lord guide the mentors, translators, and participants. Thank God that Florence’s right hand tendon surgery went smoothly, pray for a speedy and smooth recovery. (Hong Kong)
Clara Chan
May the Lord grant the spirit of unity to the September France short-term mission team, making them a blessing to the mission field. Also, pray for His guidance in balancing my ministry, family, and studies, so that God’s name be glorified. (Hong Kong)
Jennifer Kwok
May the Lord protect all the supporting co-workers who will be traveling to Macau during this year’s typhoon season. Pray that I can have a restful mid-July to mid-September furlough, and can enjoy fellowship with family and believers, and visit supporting churches smoothly. Also pray for one elderly still hospitalized and two recovering at home to be strengthened in spirit. (Macau)
Derek & Sindy Leung
Please pray for the Hong Kong short-term mission team coming in mid-August to serve with us in unity. We’ll host a children’s summer day camp – may the Lord prepare hearts to receive the gospel, and guide all planning, travel, and follow-up. Also continue to pray for our online ministry with the Chinese church in Guayaquil. May God give grace and strength! (Taiwan)
Pearley Kwan
Please remember in prayer my monthly Japanese sermon preaching, which takes up a lot of preparation time. Pray that the Lord would grant me language ability to communicate smoothly and clearly. (Japan)
Xiao Na
Thankful for the opportunity to return to my hometown, together with my mother to take care of my father who is in rehab. Pray that God will restore my father’s confidence, motivate him to continue exercising, and help him regain independence soon. (South Korea)
David & Carol
As the new term begins, may the Lord help us to connect with and care for new students through camping activities and campus events. Also remember several seminary students on the field that their theological training and church internships will help them to grow both in knowledge and soul loving. (South Korea)
Kate
Please pray for my visa application, I hope to return to Indonesia in August for in-person teaching. I’ll be teaching five classes and hope God will prepare an assistant for me. Pray that I can support students in both learning and spiritual growth, and take part in teacher training or other ministries as the Lord leads. May He grant me strength each day to serve. (Indonesia)
Paul & Grace
Please pray that each teacher in the Indonesian community classes can build relationships with students through teaching and sharing the gospel. May God protect the short-term mission team’s September outreaching events in different cities and grant them a smooth journey. (Indonesia)
Stone & Yuk Lee
May the Holy Spirit dwell in every teacher, co-worker, student, and parent’s heart, so that the students may grow in wisdom, stature, and spirit. Pray for student enrolment, visionary teachers, and provision for the kindergarten’s financial needs. (Thailand)
Low Seng Huat & Woo Siew Mui
May the Lord use the short-term mission team’s visit in August, and move each serving individual’s heart. Pray that the Lord will open doors and provide all needed resources to reach out to more Thai villages. (Thailand)
Stanley Ha & Ivy Fung
Thank God for the increase in customers after our hotpot restaurant’s relocation. Pray for both financial and staff stability, so that we can continue serving in Daniel International School’s parenting activities to share our faith. (Thailand)
Jackson Saekow
Praise God, one of our juveniles we reached 10 years ago has not only accepted Christ but is now leading a church in Rayong, near where we work. It’s a joy to see God’s work bearing fruit. Please pray for Sister Teurn, my Thai coworker, that God would use her in serving the local youth. I’m grateful that around 50 people heard the gospel during the June mission activities. Please also pray for my upcoming trip in October. (Thailand)
Wen Yi Ho
In August, I will start a two-year weekend teacher licensing course. August 12 is Mother’s Day in Thailand, and our church will hold a gospel Sunday on August 10. Please pray for its preparation and more villagers to come. (Thailand)
Ding Ding & Dong Dong
Please remember in prayer the preparation for the new missionary training program starting in October. May God grant wisdom and guide all coordination efforts. (Thailand)
Annie Fong
Thank God for bringing four new students to our boarding facility. Some freshmen are still adjusting to university life, struggling with homesickness, phone use, and staying up late at nights. Pray for them to have self-discipline and better time management. May they hunger for God’s Word and grow in spirit each and every day. (Thailand)
Jonah
Pray for wisdom and faith for our youngest daughter to pass her Primary Six Examination in August. Pray for my mother who has been taking refuge in Thailand, pray for both physical and mental health for her. May our whole family continue to experience the Lord’s grace. (Myanmar)
Eleazar & Dorcas
Pray that the Lord will strengthen the eleven family missionary team to spread the gospel, give them a safe environment and provide all that they need. (Philippines)
Andrew
Thank God for our church brothers and sisters’ spiritual growth, may God strengthen their faith. Also give thanks for moving into our new home.(Vanuatu)
Mabel Yau
We are grateful that we attended the opening ceremony of UKCCM on July 5th, and reunited with co-workers and friends whom we met during the short-term mission trip two years ago. We are glad to see that most of them have settled down after struggling as new immigrants. We pray that the Lord will continue to bless us. (Canada)
Kim
Pray for the preparations of the short-term mission team, who will be traveling to Costa Rica from September 22nd to October 7th. Ask the Lord to use them to bless the local Chinese community. (Canada)
Olive
Thankful for the many who came to booth #323, may the seeds of the gospel grow in them. Please pray for the following trips and preparations: a Sunday School sharing at a Chinese church in Seattle at the end of August; sharing at four different Chinese fellowship groups at a Chinese Alliance Church in Richmond, Canada in early September; and a joint fellowship sharing at a Chinese Alliance Church in Portland in mid-September. (USA Local Cross-Cultural)
Alex & Elisa Lau
From July 31 to August 2, we will have a youth winter camp organized by the youth for the first time. May the Lord stir their hearts to serve and raise up a new committed generation. Pray for our two-week pastoral training in Los Angeles in mid-August, as well as for our family’s health and for wisdom to balance ministry and family life. (Peru)
Larry & Louise Siu
Please pray for the establishment of a ministry site in Chancay, 80 km north of the church. We have also started a Tuesday night Bible group for restaurant owners who have not yet believed. Pray that seekers will come and the church will grow. Pray for wisdom to learn Spanish well and humility to serve the Lord. (Peru / Ecuador)
Fernando & Menye Chiu
Please pray for three female pastors from Hong Kong who will be teaching, preaching, and leading workshops in four Chinese churches in Venezuela from August 7 to 28. Vacation Bible School will be held from August 14 to 16, and a gospel medical outreach will take place on August 23 at the Chinese Association in Caracas. (Venezuela)
Harry & Lisa
We are grateful that we have adapted to the local climate and lifestyle. Please pray that God will open the way for us to successfully obtain a work visa. Pray that the Lord will give us the confidence to wait and keep the local church in serving with unity. (Arabian Peninsula)
Ban & Ling
Please remember the launching of this year’s international student ministry. Pray that our team will serve with their individual gifts—welcoming students, sharing the gospel, and making disciples. Also pray for good fellowship among participants in M city’s Mandarin group. (France)
Samuel & Mary
Please pray for our consulting pastor – he was diagnosed of having a nasal tumour last month and had completed a surgery thereafter. Pray for a full recovery and God’s peace upon him. Also pray for strength and health for his wife. (Germany)
Bridget
After finished two phases of Chinese cardiovascular medicine in March and May, I will take the third phase from late July to August. Pray for the Lord’s healing – cleansing all the vascular waste and fat from my body. I hope the heart CT scan in September will show normal results so I can return to serve as before.
Wheat
Please remember my mom as she tries to adjust a three-month stay at a care centre. Pray for opportunities to witness among staff and students, and to serve in a suitable role at the local church.
Peace
Returning to the U.S. in mid-August for furlough, pray for fruitful church visits and a spiritual mentor to deepen my walk with Him. Returning to the field in September – may the Lord grant wisdom and strength to serve faithfully.
As One
Please remember our partnership with two ministry teams – for mutual adjustment and relationship building. Pray for grace and strength as my wife and I care for our son, and for better time management.
Stella
May the Lord grant wisdom to handle complex relationships in the field. Pray for His protection over our son who is studying abroad – his path after graduation and his continued pursuit of faith.
Fisherman
Thank God for a smooth trip to the “Plateau Sea” and the “Hometown of Ramen” for training, and for gaining insight of the local gospel needs. Pray for the spiritual growth of believers from various ethnic groups and for the wider spread of the gospel.
Cedar & Manna
Pray for the training program for university students, so that the students can experience God and have their lives transformed. Pray for peace in our service, both in and out, and for all our needs to be met.
Anointed Perceptive Dove
Pray for the Lord’s grace on the pastors and missionaries we serve. Pray that the Lord will provide for our daily needs, and that our bodies, minds, hearts, families, and ministry will glorify His name.