Updated OCTOber 1, 2026
October 2026 Prayer Requests:
“But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom1 you learned it…” --2 Timothy 3:14
Florance, Eness, and Mary were taught by Flora Chirwa (right) at Thowolo’s CBCC when they were preschoolers. They went to primary school and secondary school and did well because of the foundation laid. Now they are hoping to go to college.
Thank you Lord . . .
For a wonderful week of Evangelism and Discipleship Leadership Training for 15 village chiefs in Malawi’s Northern Region. We praise God for the continued transformation in the lives of these influential leaders. As they complete Level 4 and receive their certificates this week, we are especially thankful that 5 former participants previously trained are now teaching and discipling others—multiplying God’s work from one leader to another!
For the enthusiasm, commitment, and passion demonstrated by newly trained schools as they begin implementing the Why Wait? program. We also praise God for the training resources and classroom supplies that equip these teachers.
For the transformed lives of former inmates who are now leading Bible study groups in their communities, including Gannet Chidule of Thyolo District, Cassim Phiri of Namadzi in Chiradzulu District, and Alfred Machinga of Machinga District.
For the successful Mbeya fertilizer-making program. Nearly 99% of over 2,000 gogos actively participated in and successfully completed the process, contributing towards improved household food security and support for CBCC feeding programs.
For the more than 90 caregivers (preschool teachers) who have prepared and welcomed the children back for the new school year across 20 village CBCCs! Thank you, Lord, for the little lives You are preparing for life with Your love, truth, and wisdom.
For the completed new latrine at Mwaiwandigwela CBCC! We praise God that the children now have this important facility as they begin the school year. Although they are meeting outdoors while the preschool building is being completed, the caregivers are faithfully adapting and finding creative ways to continue teaching the children.
For the opportunities at SAFE Haven to provide tutoring, sports, arts, public speaking, Why Wait? Life Skills, and other programs for children and youth. We praise God for their growing academic, social, emotional, spiritual, and creative development, and for the positive changes seen through devotional times as they learn more about God’s grace, mercy, and love.
For the success of SAFE’s Open Day, held in Zomba to share SAFE’s programs and impact with parents and community leaders. We are grateful for our staff and the children’s testimonies of the positive transformation God is bringing to children, families, and the communities through SAFE’s ministry.
For the 28 elderly Gogo members in Kachindamoto who received piglets through the Pass-It-On Pig Project. We praise God for a program that provides nutritional and financial benefits while also producing manure for Mbeya fertilizer.
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 15 village chiefs who recently completed their 4th-level Evangelism and Discipleship training. Pray that the knowledge and skills gained through the training will empower them to become effective ambassadors of the Gospel and Holy Spirit-led leaders, strengthening village communities and churches.
Pray for the Jesus Film showings in schools, prisons, and community gatherings. These sessions use visual storytelling to present the message of hope, inspire faith, and nurture discipleship among children, youth, and adults, benefiting families, village communities, and churches.
Pray for a spiritual hunger among chiefs, schoolchildren, teachers, community members, and prison inmates, that many hearts may be drawn to Christ and surrender to His Lordship as the Good News is proclaimed.
Pray for strength, good health, and protection from disease for all gogos who care for orphaned and vulnerable children.
Pray for favorable, timely rains during the upcoming growing season, so the gogos can enjoy abundant harvests and improved food security for their families and CBCC feeding programs.
Pray for the Mwaiwandigwela CBCC as restoration work continues this month. Pray for the safety of the children and caregivers as classes are held outside until the work is completed.
Pray for caregivers and children as the school year begins, especially the children graduating from CBCCs and beginning primary school. Pray that God will give them confidence, protection, and a smooth transition into their new schools.
Pray for the primary students who attended Scripture Union Camp and are members of the Bible Mailbox Clubs. Pray that what they learned will take root in their hearts and strengthen their faith. May God give them courage and wisdom to step into leadership roles and be a light for Christ in their schools.
Pray for inmates who are leading prayer groups and fellowships within the 5 prisons where SAFE is ministering. Pray that God will fill them with His Spirit, grant them wisdom, and enable them to lead according to His will.
Pray for the Likangala Park Development plans, asking God to provide partnerships, wisdom, resources, and guidance as SAFE Haven is developed into a safe, welcoming, and productive community park while staying aligned with our mission to reach the youth for Jesus Christ.
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 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 our faithful partners in the U.S. and Australia who pray, give, and find creative ways to raise support for SAFE. Pray that God will give them courage, wisdom, and joy as they serve, and that He will faithfully meet their own needs as they pour out so generously for others.
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!