Updated September 1, 2026
September 2026 Prayer Requests:
“Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” –Matthew 9:38
Gogos are getting ready to make their Mbeya fertilizer this month. 90 Simiyoni gogos just finished!
Thank you Lord . . .
For the successful Why Wait Teachers’ Training in Zomba for 53 teachers from 12 schools. We thank You, Lord, for Your guidance, protection, provision, and for the teachers who were equipped to impact young people with biblical truth and instill a hunger to know You. Thank You for the passion and commitment of Why Wait teachers, who continue to show willingness to learn, teach, and make a lasting difference in the lives of students.
For the 687 children (339 girls and 348 boys) who graduated from SAFE CBCCs (preschools) to primary school this year. Thank you for each child and for the caregivers who meet for devotions each week, and for those on a village evangelism team. Loving Jesus is the best gift we can give these children.
For the caregivers (preschool teachers) preparing to welcome over 2,000 little ones on September 14 when the school year begins. Thank you, Lord, for these teachers who pray for the children and have devotions every week after the children go home.
For the 90 gogos who were already able to make their Mbeya fertilizer at Simyoni village. Each gogo has produced 2 bags of NPK and UREA, along with their prayers for a good harvest this year.
For the noticeable behavioral changes among the children who participate in devotional sessions at SAFE Haven. The Bible stories and testimonies shared during these times are helping them grow more mindful of God’s grace, mercy, and love.
For the vibrant Gogo groups and the Evangelism and Discipleship teams, who remain steadfast in fellowship and service to the Lord.
For Lameck’s (SAFE’s Evangelism & Discipleship Officer), children Asantesana, who successfully passed his Primary School exams and was selected to Likangala Secondary School, and Ruth, who excelled in her Junior Certificate of Education exam. We give glory to God for their achievements and His faithfulness.
For Chimwemwe Saidi, Rexer Dandaula, and Pemphero Isaac, the prayer leaders at Chilwa Reformatory Center. We thank Him for using them as His instruments among young inmate offenders. May God grant them wisdom and discernment as they lead fellow inmates in Bible studies too.
For the successful approval of the 2026/2027 budget. This provision affirms His faithfulness and strengthens our commitment to advancing the fulfillment of the Great Commission in Malawi and God’s love for the poor.
For all the prayer partners and supporters of the SAFE ministry. This work is possible because God is using you for His purpose, and we are deeply grateful..
Pray for . . .
Pray for the Why Wait? teachers’ training for schools in Machinga at Lake Chilwa early this month. Pray for the teachers' hearts and minds to be open to hear from the Lord, and for Cathy Cheonga and Atukuzwe to have endurance and discernment as they instruct this new group of teachers.
Pray that the spark and determination God ignited during the Zomba teacher training of 53 teachers will continue to grow, extending beyond classrooms to influence students, families, communities, and fellow teachers for Jesus Christ.
Pray for the children from our communities, and from schools where Why Wait? is implemented, who have been selected to various secondary schools. We pray that they will adjust well to their new environments and especially pray for those placed in schools that do not teach Why Wait? life skills, asking that they remain steadfast in the biblical values they learned during primary school.
Pray for the upcoming Evangelism and Discipleship Leadership Training for village chiefs in the Northern region. Pray for safe travels and for transformation in the lives of these influential leaders.
Pray for the community meetings with parents and guardians, organized by caregivers and preschool committees, on registering and enrolling children in the CBCCs. These meetings are vital for ensuring that children in the village communities surrounding SAFE’s 20 CBCCs are enrolled and supported.
Pray for good health and God’s protection for the little children who walk to preschool when school starts on September 14. Lord, shield them from accidents and snakebites along the way. Pray too, for all students and teachers as they resume school in September. Ask for safe journeys, good health, protection, peaceful learning environments, and a successful start to the new term.
Pray for smooth procurement and timely distribution of fertilizer to the Gogos, and for God to guide the preparation of Mbeya fertilizer for the coming planting season in November/December. Also, pray for the Gogos as they take responsibility for securing the other materials needed. Guide their efforts, open doors of provision, and grant them wisdom and strength as they trust in God, who provides their love, joy, unity, and gratefulness.
Pray for the Lord to grant wisdom and discernment to Camilla, the SAFE Haven officer overseeing the recruitment of new volunteers in November. May the right candidates be chosen to serve as faithful advocates of God’s love and truth to the children.
Pray for the Lord to bless and protect the children at SAFE Haven. Also, pray for God’s intervention in SAFE Haven's development so more children’s lives can be changed there.
Pray for SAFE’s new Executive Director, Aaron Gondwe, and for SAFE’s Malawi and U.S. Boards, that God continues to guide them with His wisdom and discernment.
Pray for the SAFE staff and their families in Malawi . . .
Praying for the health and safety of our SAFE staff and volunteers who faithfully teach, love, and serve the young and old in Jesus’ name in the villages, schools, prisons, and at SAFE Haven.
Aaron Gondwe, Executive Director
Precious Ntibula, Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
Catherine Cheonga, Why Wait? National Coordinator
Atukuzwe Nghlovu, Why Wait? Officer
Lameck Kananji, Evangelism & Discipleship Officer
Brenda Lisimba, Community Development Officer (Southern Village Communities)
Michael Mvundula Khumalo, Community Development Officer (Kachindamoto)
Timaleni Biswick, Finance and Administration Manager (acting)
Sydney Kapindu, Driver/ Mechanic Logistics Officer
Gloria Gama, Community Development Officer (Northern Village Communities)
Camilla Simango, SAFE Haven Officer
The strength of prayer lies not in the one who prays, but in the One who listens!