Updated May 1, 2025
May 2025 Prayer Requests:
“Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you…?” -Matthew 25:37a
One of our sponsored gogos who has lost her maize crop to a drought in Kachindamoto
Thank you Lord . . .
For the 2,237 gogos, continuing to meet in their respective village communities to encourage one another, share the word of God, share experiences and challenges as they care for orphans and vulnerable children.
That the crusade that was planned to share Christ had to be changed because of a funeral. Instead, we had the opportunity to show the Jesus Film. We thank God for the successful two days of the Jesus Film showing at Hangalawe (Luzi) community and Thumbi Primary School soccer ground. We continue to praise Him for the 330 people who came to watch the films and for the 77 people who gave their lives to Jesus.
For the feeding program in SAFE preschools, which provides meals for children from poor households. The children’s 3rd term began last week. 2,484 (girls- 1,260 and boys- 1,224) are registered. God’s provision brings nourishment and hope to these children. Praise God for the good health and well-being of the caregiver teachers and children in our impact areas. God’s loving care and protection surround them.
For the WhyWait teachers who are being trained to help students who are being abused and offer guidance and support. With the skills gained from the Why Wait? training, they can provide a safe and non-judgmental space for the students to share their concerns. One student who had anonymously shared his suicidal thoughts in the Why Wait? Box was even brave enough to share his story openly with his teacher.
For the discussions with Youth Net and Counselling Community Radio Station about entering into a partnership to explore ways our Why Wait? program could be aired on their radio station for free. Partnering with YONECO will enhance our capacity to support victims of child abuse and strengthen our collective impact.
Tithandizane (Kachindamoto) Evangelism Committee: continue to have Sunday prayer meetings and reach out to children through a children’s ministry initiative they started. Children are gathered and taught the word of God through singing, playing games, and doing scripture recitals.
For the salvation experienced by students and inmates in schools and prisons due to the showings of the Story of Jesus for Children and the Walking with Jesus films.
For the remarkable change in the lives of the prison officers at Mpsyupsyu, Domasi, Mikuyu 1 and 2 prisons, as well as the Chilwa Reformatory Centre, resulting from their engagement with the film showings and participation in Bible Mailbox Club activities. These officers participate alongside the prisoners during film screenings in their roles as security personnel while also hearing the gospel message.
For the wonderful container renovation work in progress at SAFE Haven by Jon Lewis. We hope to see the container wearing a new face soon. Pray for grace for Jon as he continues his work for SAFE.
For the chiefs we trained in evangelism and discipleship that are now implementing what they have learned. They are sharing the gospel within their communities. We ask that these chiefs continue to be faithful and passionate about sharing His message of love and redemption.
For the LOVE CARES Malawi Walkabout in progress this month to raise awareness and funds for SAFE’s children’s programs.
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 the gogos in Kachindamoto that they will not lose heart but continue to trust in God’s promise to provide for their needs. SAFE assisted 498 gogos with Mbeya fertilizer this growing season. But a long drought has caused 264 out of the gogo’s maize fields to fail. Pray for the much-needed late rains. Though maize hasn’t thrived, we continue to pray that the other crops such as cassava and potatoes will survive.
Pray for wisdom for gogo leaders, village heads, and policymakers to develop effective solutions to address food shortages and promote irrigation agriculture, as we have good water sources in Kachindamoto.
Pray for all the registered gogos as they are about to start contributing maize to their village CBCCs (preschools). Pray they will not be afraid to give, as most of them may not harvest enough to feed themselves all this year.
Pray for gogo Enelesi Luka and gogo Catherine Tandwe (the first gogos from Makungula). They are not feeling well.
Pray for the funding to enlarge Makungula CBCC to accommodate the increasing number of children enrolled.
Pray for God’s protection and blessing for the Why Wait? team as they go to the northern region to monitor Why Wait in the schools.
Pray for God to grant us wisdom as we pray and prepare for the Why Wait? Radio program opportunity, which will be recorded in four schools.
Pray for the Prison Ministry’s Training starting May 28. Pray for Lameck and Aaron that they may be filled with God’s wisdom, compassion, and authority as they equip and empower the prison training participants to, in turn, teach others.
Pray for the Bible Mailbox Club members who are Muslims at some of the primary schools. Pray that God draws them to Himself and that they come to know Him as their Lord and Savior.
Pray for the standard 8 children who are reached with SAFE programs of Bible Mailbox Club, SAFE Haven, and Why Wait? as they prepare for their national examinations beginning May 21st.
Pray for the beneficiaries of SAFE’s programs and projects that they will experience the deep change only Jesus gives and be empowered to live for Him and be a channel of His love to others.
Pray for Emil and Stacy Meyer’s trip to Malawi to work with SAFE. Pray that God will keep them safe, and that no baggage is lost or stolen. They arrive in the country on Friday, May 2, and fly back to the USA on Sunday, May 11.
Pray for good participation by walkers and donors in our 2025 LOVE CARES Malawi Walkabout fundraiser this month. The proceeds will benefit children and youth in Malawi.
Ongoing Prayer Items . . .
Pray for the upcoming general elections in Malawi on September 16, 2025. Pray for a peaceful, free, and fair electoral process. Pray politicians prioritize the needs and welfare of the people they serve.
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