Updated DecemBER 2, 2024
December 2024 Prayer Requests:
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”
—Matthew 5:6
“The world today is hungry not only for bread… but hungry for love…” — Mother Teresa.
Thank you Lord . . .
For the successful procurement and distribution of CBCC teaching and learning materials for term one.
For the 85 caregivers and 44 cooks faithfully caring for over 2,000 children registered in the 20 SAFE CBCCs (preschools) each school day.
For the successful Evangelism and Discipleship training organized for the chiefs of villages at Thowolo, Luzi, and Chipayika in the northern region. 59 chiefs have been trained in Evangelism and discipleship this year.
For the wonderful, dedicated primary school teachers who were trained and volunteered to lead Bible Mailbox Clubs in 18 schools. Thank you for the 3,307 students involved and growing in their relationship with the Lord.
For SAFE’s Prison Ministry. Where God’s love is shared with the inmates, and they see Him change their lives. In 2024, 809 prison inmates were in discipleship programs, 210 were in Bible studies, and 60 inmates and 26 teachers for the prison were trained in Evangelism and Discipleship.
For the Why Wait? monitoring activities that took place in the northern and central region schools. We are seeing progress in student’s lives as new teachers and schools are implementing Why Wait? life skills lessons after their training.
For saving Jon Lewis’ life when robbers broke into SAFE offices. Jon and the security guard had their feet and hands tied with strings. The two were left unhurt, though some of Jon’s belongings were taken away by the robbers.
For the successful Mbeya Compost fertilizer-making for the gogos in our sponsored villages. They are facing a fertilizer shortage due to the war in Ukraine. This alternative fertilizer is slowly improving their gardens.
When Kachindamoto received a heavy storm in November that damaged some properties, including houses, there was no loss of life or casualties.
For all the dedicated interns and volunteers facilitating children’s activities at SAFE Haven.
Ongoing praise for the faithful SAFE/Gogo groups, churches, and supporters who pray for the SAFE ministries in Malawi and give to support SAFE's mission to change lives in vulnerable communities as they share God's love and truth in words and action.
Praying for. . .
Pray for good rains as the rainy season begins, rain that will nourish crops without harming maize gardens or homes. Ask God to protect the maize planted this month and bring forth a good harvest in April to relieve the “Hungry Time” many are facing in the months ahead.
Pray for those in Malawi experiencing severe food shortages that are expected to persist until the next harvest in April. The SAFE team is assessing the needs of the 2,250 Gogos and over 2,000 children.
Pray for the Why Wait? radio program that reaches out to learners through a weekly radio program.
Pray for Cathy Cheonga and Atukuzwe as they continue monitoring Why Wait? teachers and their classes in Zomba and Machinga districts. Pray for these teachers to learn more and be encouraged.
Pray for the Bible Mail Box Club meetings in 18 schools and The Jesus Film showings planned for all of Zomba’s schools. Pray the Lord uses these activities to transform student’s lives.
Pray for Kachindamoto and Northern Region communities as they go through training sessions for CBO, CBCC, Gogo, Chiefs, and Parenting Committee Groups.
Pray for the repairs needed at our SAFE office in Zomba and for replacing items stolen during a nighttime break-in and robbery.
Pray for the many chiefs who attended the Evangelism and Discipleship training days that took place in three northern region communities. Pray that these chiefs stay grounded in the word of God and will make a difference in their village communities.
Pray for former inmates from Mikuyu 1, Mikuyu 2, and Domasi Prisons who were Bible Mailbox Club members and are now leading Bible clubs and fellowship groups in their villages. Pray for these ministries to bear fruit and for God to bless ongoing evangelism efforts in the communities, bringing many to salvation.
Pray for those who are coming to receive Jesus Christ through our evangelism teams in the villages. They are being set free to live new lives and also share their love for Jesus with others.
Pray for the third SAFE Haven students who have been selected for the STEPS program this year. The goal is to enhance their English proficiency, which will help them gain admission to secondary school.
Pray for the development and transformation of the children at SAFE Haven and for more children to be reached. May the activities serve as a means for their spiritual and moral growth.
Ongoing Prayer Items . . .
Pray for God to direct the plans and people involved in SAFE Haven’s site development. Pray for smooth discussions with the city as we determine the most cost-effective approach.
Pray for Malawi as they prepare for their 2025 Tripartite Elections
Pray for the SAFE staff and their families in Malawi…
Praying for 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.
Benjamin Khoswe, Executive Director and Director of Finance
Mary Phiri, Community Development Director
Precious Ntibula, Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
Catherine Cheonga, Why Wait? National Coordinator
Atukuzwe Nghlovu, Why Wait? Officer
Lameck Kananji, Evangelism & Discipleship Officer
Aaron Gondwe, Education, Evangelism & Discipleship Manager
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)
Symon Harawa, SAFE Haven Officer