Updated JULY 1, 2026
July 2026 Prayer Requests:
“Tell your children of it, and let your children tell their children, and their children to another generation.” – Joel 1:3
Mary Phiri representing SAFE at the Day of the African Child in Malawi
Thank you Lord . . .
For the gogos in the southern region who have contributed enough maize to each CBCC (preschool), ensuring ample supplies of porridge for the children.
For the successful procurement and smooth distribution of feeding supplies and teaching and learning materials for the CBCCs. The May Vision Team brought some of the needed materials for the preschools.
For SAFE’s 100 grateful preschool teachers who are newly registered as ECD teachers with the Teachers Council of Malawi. One teacher wrote: “I am failing to count all the favors I have been receiving from you. The Bible says, “Odala aliamene achitila ena chifundo , chifukwa Mulungu adzawachitira chifundo.” (“Blessed are those who are merciful, for God will show them mercy.”)
For the gratitude shown by the Lake Chilwa Gogos, who wanted to say thank you for the assistance they receive. They spoke of the blessing to children supported by the CBCC and the renovation of the preschool, and for teaching them how to make Mbeya fertilizer. They shared, "This skill will stay with us for years to come. Please thank our sponsors—we are now able to feed ourselves."
For the successful Why Wait? monitoring in schools across the Central and Southern regions and for the faithful teachers leading the program. We are also grateful for the distribution of Bibles to schools, ensuring that God’s Word continues to reach and inspire many young lives.
For the crusade held in Kachindamoto, where teams of three went door to door throughout the villages, sharing the Four Spiritual Laws and praying with people. Bible study groups faithfully prayed, children recited Scripture, and others danced in praise to the Lord. During the evening outreach, 485 people gathered to hear the Gospel and watch The Jesus Film, and 201 people made decisions to follow Jesus Christ.
For the opportunity to participate in the Day of the African Child, where SAFE showcased Kondanani CBCC. Brenda, SAFE's Community Development Officer for the Southern Villages, shared SAFE's ministry with the Member of Parliament, while children and caregivers demonstrated how the BUILD curriculum equips children to read, write, and hide God's Word in their hearts.
For the STEPS graduates at SAFE Haven—Innocent, Patience, Liveness, Trinity, Bright, Saudah, Noel, and Odala for completing the program to prepare them to take their Grade 8 National Leaving Certificate Examinations.
For the May Vision Team’s extra funds, which they want to direct toward the much-needed renovation of the Mwaiwandigwela CBCC (preschool), as well as new pit latrines and a playground. Also, for provisions that will enable maintenance work in the northern region preschools at Thowolo 1, Thowolo 2, Lisungu, and Mughogho CBCCs, as well as improvements to the Thowolo kitchen and the Lisungu pit latrines.
For Our Savior’s Church and their desire to provide solar water pumps for the Gogos of Kachindamoto. Gogos walk long distances to rivers, carrying buckets to water vegetables. Solar pumps could draw water from Lake Malawi without fuel costs, enhancing food security and easing their burden.
For a Bible study group in Kachindamoto who came to the rescue of Gogo Elenata when her house caught fire, and everything burned except a few clothes. The Bible study group renovated her house, provided her with food, and encouraged her spiritually.
For all the prayer partners and supporters of SAFE ministry. This work is possible because God is using you for His purpose, and we are deeply grateful.
Pray for . . .
Pray earnestly for the SAFE staff as they will be navigating a significant leadership transition following the retirements of Ben Khoswe and Mary Phiri, who have served SAFE so faithfully for 20 years. Ask the Lord to unite their hearts, strengthen their faith, grant them wisdom and courage, and equip each one to serve with humility and confidence as He faithfully leads SAFE into the future.
Pray for the 34 students from after-school Bible Mailbox Clubs who will have the rare opportunity to attend this year's Scripture Union Camp, thanks to scholarships provided by SAFE donors. We also thank God that Lameck (SAFE’s Evangelism & Discipleship Officer) will show Christian films to the children during the camp, which will take place July 24-26. May God’s presence guide and bless every activity, ensuring that the camp becomes a time of growth, fellowship, and spiritual renewal for all participants.
Pray for the teachers at Domasi Government Primary School as they begin teaching Why Wait? before receiving the full four-day training. Ask God to strengthen their passion, faithfulness, and commitment as they faithfully invest in the lives of their students.
Continue to pray for the Muslim children who attend the Bible Mailbox Clubs and watch the Jesus films. Ask God to touch their hearts and draw them to salvation.
Continue praying for the inmates who lead prayers in the prison cells. Ask God to give them wisdom and fill them with His Spirit, so that they may lead according to His will.
Pray for Gogo Enelesi Luka and Gogo Catherine Tanthwe, among the earliest gogos at Makungula, who are currently ill, and for Mama Nyengo Chirwa, the coordinator of Thowolo CBO, who has been struggling with stomach pain. Pray for all the gogos’ protection and health throughout this month, which is expected to be especially cold.
Pray for the 22 Bible study group leaders in Kachindamoto, asking God to keep them dedicated, faithful, humble, and committed to following up with those who have received Jesus at the crusade they held.
Pray that every program and activity at SAFE Haven will leave a lasting, positive discipling impact on the children’s lives.
Continued prayers . . .
For God’s hand in the transition to a new Executive Director. Benjamin Khoswe is retiring as of June 30, after 20 years of faithful service to Jesus Christ and SAFE. Well done, Ben!
For God’s guidance as the new budget is finalized for the fiscal year beginning July 1, in the face of 24.6% inflation in the country, which especially affects the poor.
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.
Benjamin Khoswe, Retiring Executive Director
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)
Camilla Simango, SAFE Haven Officer
The strength of prayer lies not in the one who prays, but in the One who listens!