Updated FEBRuary 1, 2026
January 2026 Prayer Requests:
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up". -- Galatians 6:9
Preschoolers are hard at work pretending to prepare food.
Thank you Lord . . .
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.
For providing us with rains that nourish the land without damaging our crops or properties, and for its positive impact on farming and food security for the gogos and others living in the rural villages.
For the procurement of teaching and learning materials for Term 2 for the Northern, Southern, and Kachindamoto CBCCs (preschools) to ensure children are well-equipped for their learning journey.
For the successful Early Childhood Development training that was conducted for 13 caregivers at Thowolo CBCC (preschool) from January 12–23. This training not only equipped caregivers with essential ECD skills but also strengthened collaboration between SAFE and the Ministry, paving the way for greater recognition and support of caregivers in vulnerable communities.
For the wonderful provision of additional Bibles for schools, which will enrich learners both academically and spiritually, and ensure students and teachers have access to God’s Word for study.
For the opportunity to expand the Why Wait? Life Skills program in Zomba. Malemia and Domasi Primary Schools have expressed interest in introducing the curriculum. Malemia received starter packs of guides and student books in December, and Domasi will engage with its new leadership in this second term.
For SAFE’s fruitful partnership with Life Ministry/Jesus Film, and for the training and film equipment that Life Ministry provided in January, which will help touch countless lives for His glory.
For the testimonies of transformed lives among schoolchildren, prison inmates, community chiefs, and the gogos -- all evidence of God’s mighty work.
For blessing SAFE Haven with 3 new volunteers, who have been recruited and oriented, ready to serve for 6 months with dedication.
For the ongoing progress in schools and opportunities to reach students this second term through evangelism and discipleship in after-school clubs.
For the village chiefs who are faithfully attending evangelism meetings in their communities and showing openness to the Gospel.
Praying for. . .
Pray for continued favorable rains during this growing season -- rains that will nourish our crops
without causing damage to plants or property.
Pray for the Gogo Groups in villages to keep loving and encouraging one another, grow spiritually strong, and help carry each other’s burdens. Pray for the Lord to bless the Gogos with health, protection, and renewed strength for their farming activities.
Pray for the CBCCs in Kondanani, Simioni, Tadziwana, Kawiya, Chiyambi, and Chisomo that the. Building maintenance needed for these preschool centers is completed successfully and on time.
Pray that God will safeguard the preschool children, granting them good health and freedom from hazards -- especially malaria in mosquito-prone areas.
Pray for Cathy and Atukuzwe’s February Why Wait? monitoring school visits, including mentoring for teachers who replaced those transferred to other schools, and the addition of two new schools, Malemia and Domasi Primary Schools. Pray that those teachers and students will fully embrace the Why Wait? Life Skills program. Reports show a dire need for this curriculum in their schools.
Pray for Matt Herbst, who wants to introduce the Why Wait? Program into six public schools in Zolozolo, where he runs a small Bible school. Pray that the schools will be receptive to the training SAFE would like to offer there.
Pray for the Holy Spirit to work powerfully in both students and teachers as they engage with Why Wait? Truth for Youth Life Skills lessons. May their minds be renewed, their values strengthened, and their lives transformed through these lessons, bringing lasting impact to schools and communities.
Pray for Miriam Charley, a Standard 3 pupil at Mulunguzi Primary School in Zomba District, who is growing strong in God’s grace through the Mailbox Club. May her faith continue to flourish.
Pray for the new SAFE Haven volunteers, Mastano, Mary, and Rhoda. They are each dedicated. Christians and work with the kids who come each week for sports, games, tutoring, art, devotions, and the STEPs English proficiency program. They need to develop a deep understanding of SAFE's mission at SAFE Haven to effectively engage and disciple the children.
Pray for inmates awaiting trial, whose cases remain unheard. Ask God to motivate those responsible to act quickly so that justice is served. Meanwhile, pray that they will find the Lord while they wait.
Pray for the ongoing growth and discipleship of new believers, that their faith may be firmly rooted in Christ. Pray that God will stir a deep hunger and love for Jesus in the hearts of chiefs, gogos, inmates, schoolchildren, and teachers.
Continued Prayers . . .
Pray for the development of Likangala Park and SAFE Haven. We believe that God has wonderful plans for the children of Zomba City, and we ask for His favor throughout the project.
Pray for SAFE communities and the Gogos amid the continued rise in the cost of living. Ask God to sustain them with His provision, creativity, and strength.
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)
Camilla Simango, SAFE Haven Officer
Prayer isn't the only thing we can do, but prayer is the most important.