Updated APRIL 1, 2025
April 2025 Prayer Requests:
“Feed my lambs.” – John 21:15
Caring for the young and vulnerable in our villages
Thank you Lord . . .
For the successful distribution of stationary to schools for the Why Wait? programs. We pray that this will bless the students and enable them to learn, grow, and succeed in their studies. The stationary will also be a source of encouragement and motivation for the teachers who work tirelessly to shape these young minds.
We thank God that even teachers are experiencing personal transformation, growth, and renewal as they implement the Why Wait? Life skills program. We pray the Lord continues to deepen their faith, strengthen their character, and equip them to be more effective ambassadors of God’s message of salvation.
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.
That members of Evangelism and Discipleship Teams can use the tools we provide, such as Talking Bibles for witnessing.
For the Bible Mailbox Club, testimonies from Ndangopuma Primary School that shared about students who were once very troublesome but have now changed.
For watching over Precious’ mother when she was hit by a car on March 2nd. May she know that she is loved and cared for, not only by her family and friends but also by God, her Heavenly Father. We pray for her continued recovery and may God’s presence comfort her and her loved ones.
For providing a new caregiver at Tayamba CBCC (preschool). We are grateful for God’s timing which has allowed us to continue caring for the children without any interruption.
For guiding SAFE in developing the 2025/26 Annual Work Plan and Budget. May this plan be a tool in advancing His kingdom and fulfilling our mission! We ask Him to grant us wisdom and strength to implement it effectively, and may our efforts bring glory to His name.
For giving the Northern Region much-needed rainfall after weeks of dry spell. His faithfulness and love are a blessing to us.
For establishing a strong Evangelism and Discipleship committee for Kachindamoto. Their plan to conduct follow-up visits to Bible study groups was successful. In February, thirteen out of twenty Bible study groups were visited.
For two new prisons, Mpsyupsu Prison and Chilwa Reformatory Centre (for young offenders), where SAFE began showing The Jesus Films in March and can now reach inmates through discipleship programs and Bible studies.
For the repair work taking place at our SAFE headquarters in Zomba, which has suffered damage from water erosion over the years.
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 God’s mercy to give much-needed rain in Kachindamoto. There has been no rain for weeks. We desperately need rain to revive our wilting maize crop and replenish our parched gardens. Pray for the gogos and farmers that they will not lose heart but continue to trust in God’s promise to provide for their needs. Pray that they will be blessed with wisdom, resilience, and joy for their work.
Pray for all our caregivers as they prepare to assess our CBCC (preschool) children. The second term for 2024/25 is ending. Grant them wisdom, patience, and discernment as they evaluate the children’s progress. Let them also identify areas for further support. May this assessment be a valuable tool for understanding each child’s unique needs and strengths!
Pray also for the children so that they may feel supported throughout the assessment process. May they know that they are loved, valued, and cherished regardless of their abilities and challenges.
Pray for the Prison Ministry’s Training scheduled for April 2025. 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 all the detained inmates whose cases have not yet been heard in court. We pray that they are given a chance to be heard. Some spend years in cells without being tried. May God’s presence be their comfort, peace, and hope amid uncertainty and frustration.
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. Also, pray that the Holy Spirit speaks to their hearts, revealing the truth of God’s word and the love of Jesus Christ.
Pray for Why Wait? teachers that God grants them a hardworking and dedicated spirit as they implement the curriculum. May they realize that, Why Wait? is a vital tool for shaping a God-fearing and morally upright community. Pray they don’t lose their passion for imparting biblical truth to their students.
We pray that the attendees of the Evangelism Crusade at Hangalawe (Luzi) in the last week of March will remain open to God’s message and experience God’s presence, power, and love in a life-changing way. We also pray that this crusade will be a catalyst for revival and spiritual awakening in this community.
Pray for Jon Lewis and his team's safety as they work on SAFE Haven Ark’s renovation. Pray for God to grant wisdom and the necessary supplies to finish the work. (Termites consumed everything that was not metal.) Pray that it will be an even better place to serve kids' needs when it is finished.
Pray for the CHANCO Community Radio Station Administration to give us an opportunity to share the “Why Wait?” program with their listeners. We pray that the radio station will open up to partnering with SAFE to air this valuable program, which has the potential to transform lives and communities.
Pray for the beneficiaries of the SAFE programs and projects that they will experience positive change, growth, and development and be empowered to break free from poverty, inequality, and injustice.
Pray for great participation by walkers and donors in our 2025 LOVE CARES Malawi Walkabout fundraiser on May 3. 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