Updated SEPTEMBER 1, 2025

September 2025 Prayer Requests:

“All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.” –Isaiah 54:13

Thank you Lord . . .

• We give thanks to God for our CBCC Graduations and Growth: We thank God for the successful graduation of 777 children (398 girls and 379 boys) from SAFE Community Based Childcare Centers, as they transition to various primary schools. This marks a 2.5% increase from last year’s total of 758 graduates, reflecting consistent enrolment, strong retention, and the continued impact of our early childhood development efforts.

• For the successful construction of pit latrines at Simioni, Kondanani, and Kawiya Chiyambi CBCCs marks a vital step toward creating safer, healthier environments for our children and communities. We are also grateful for the repairs and improvements made to several CBCCs and their playgrounds, ensuring a safe and joyful space for children to play and grow.

• For the powerful prison outreach through The Jesus Film ministry across five prison centers in Zomba, reaching a total of 175 individuals. We celebrate the spiritual breakthrough as 55 accepted Jesus Christ—a remarkable 31% response rate. This event demonstrates God’s transforming power and the faithful work of SAFE’s Evangelism and Discipleship team.

• We praise God for all the impactful evangelism and discipleship activities that took place throughout August. We thank Him for every life that encountered the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ, and for the seeds of hope and transformation planted in hearts.

• For the Kawiya Gogo Groups’ Village Lunch Gathering: We thank God for the lively village lunch events hosted by the Kawiya Tadziwana, Tikondane, and Chiyambi Gogo Groups. These gatherings revived the spirit of communal eating, providing nourishment, fellowship, and inclusion—especially for orphanedand vulnerable children. We celebrate the Gogos’ leadership in restoring this cherished tradition and their warm hospitality toward SAFE staff.

• We thank God for the growing number of children engaging in SAFE Haven activities. Their presence is a testament to the impact and relevance of our programs in nurturing young lives.

• We praise God for our STEPS students at SAFE Haven who have successfully completed their course. This Zoom-based English learning initiative, focusing on Standard 7 and 8 learners, continues to empower students with vital English language skills and confidence.

• Ongoing thanks for SAFE’s faithful Prayer Partners and Supporters: Their dedication makes ministry possible, as God continues to use them for His divine purposes. May He bless them abundantly for their service and generosity.

Praying for. . .

• Pray for the successful procurement of fertilizer and other essential materials required for producing Mbeya fertilizer for gogos. May God provide the resources and guide the process to support sustainable agriculture and food security in our communities.

• Please pray for God’s protection over our children and caregivers in all our CBCCs during the holiday period. May He keep them safe, grant them rest and renewal, and prepare them for a fruitful return to their vital work with children and communities. Pray that God helps our children return to school (in September) with confidence and courage. May He guide them to learn with enthusiasm, grow in character, and thrive holistically—spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually.

• Pray for the family and friends of the late Senior Chief Theresa Kachindamoto. May God comfort them in their grief and strengthen them with peace. May her powerful legacy in championing girls’ education and empowerment continue to inspire others to carry forward her vision with courage and commitment. Pray that God guides the selection of a new chief with wisdom and discernment. May the process be peaceful, inclusive, and rooted in values that uplift the community and honor its traditions

• Please pray that God protects our Gogos as they carry out their daily tasks. May He bless them with good health, renewed strength, and safety in all they do, honoring their wisdom and tireless service to our communities. Pray that God provides for the needs of our Gogos, guiding them to access food, resources, and support. May He surround them with love, care, and community as they continue their vital work with strength and dignity.

• Please pray for the upcoming 'Why Wait?' secondary school curriculum review and update. May God guide every step of the planning and implementation process, granting biblical wisdom and clarity to address the challenges students are currently facing.

• Ongoing prayer for the Why Wait? teachers as they return for the next term on September 22. Pray that they embrace their true motivation, which is not in monetary rewards but in the visible transformation and academic growth of their students. May their dedication to this Life Skills curriculum be driven by the positive impact they are making in the lives of young people.

• Pray for our new SAFE Haven Officer, Camilla Simango. May God grant her wisdom and joy in her new role as she now guides the programs at SAFE’s Youth Center in Zomba.

• Pray for the village chiefs who have yet to join their fellow chiefs in fellowship and service to the Lord. May they be inspired by the example of active, faithful leaders and be drawn into deeper spiritual engagement within their communities.

• Pray for the Muslim children participating in Mailbox Club programs in primary schools. May God protect, guide, and continue transforming their lives and families with His love and truth.

• Pray for the salvation of inmates in all the prisons, including Mpsyupsyu and Chilwa Reformatory Centre. May the ongoing ministry bring light, healing, and lasting transformation to their lives. Pray for those who are waiting a very long time for their cases to even be heard.

• Pray for the upcoming crusade in Thyolo, organized by Gannet Chidule, a transformed ex-inmate. This three-day outreach in October seeks to bring hope and salvation to many in his village. May God prepare hearts and bless every aspect of the event.

Continued Prayers . . .

• Pray for the gogos in Kachindamoto and our northern village communities, whose harvests were poor. Pray that their needs for food will be met as we seek the Lord and His best plan to provide for them.

• Keep our beloved nation of Malawi in prayer for the 2025 Tripartite Elections on September 16, 2025. Ask God to grant wisdom, peace, and divine guidance throughout the process, and that decisions be directed by His will for the country’s future.

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, 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

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