PrayerConnect (September - December 2015)

PRAYER connect September 2015 to December 2015

A prayer letter of the Methodist Missions Society  Not for circulation  For Mission Partners and Volunteers only

I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours.

Mark 11:24 (NLT)

dear prayer partners

PRAYER – Secret to Success

Nehemiah responded to God’s call and rallied the people together by declaring: “Come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, and we will no longer be in disgrace.” Nehemiah 2:17b (NIV) That call galvanised the people and they did the project with their whole heart, hands and gut. Yet, throughout the entire building project, Nehemiah encountered multiple obstacles – intimidation, mockery, exhaustion, and fear, just to name a few. Nonetheless, Nehemiah overcame these adversaries and rebuilt the wall in 52 days (Nehemiah 6:15). Soon after, worship and reading of God’s word restarted.

The secret to Nehemiah’s success was PRAYER! Nehemiah prayed and interceded for the people.

“Lord, let your ear be attentive to the prayer of this your servant and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name. Give your servant success today by granting him favor in the presence of this man.” Nehemiah 1:11 (NIV) As you thumb through this issue of PrayerConnect, do pray for God’s favour in all our seven mission fields.

Rev Philip Lim Executive Director Methodist Missions Society Cover photo by Kimberley Yap (Living Hope MC), winner of MMS Photo Contest #4 (Love)

2. Pray for God’s direction in the lives of 10 COSY HOSTEL youths who will be leaving the hostel for either tertiary education or vocational training.

Engineering), Ratana Chhim (Law), Chorvy Keo (Khmer Language), and Socheat Po (Management). Pray that

Chorvy can enter the teachers’ training college.

Thank God the other 3 have started work.

4. Pray for the spiritual growth of Emmaus Women’s Centre girls to grow in love and knowledge of God. Pray for good health for all staff and girls.

ONDAY

3. Praise God for the four PCOSIIP youths who have completed their university education this year: Reaksmey Ouk (Electrical

CAMBODIA

1. Pray for God’s spiritual and physical protection on all COSI children and staff. Pray that they will experience the love, joy, peace and wisdom from God.

5. Pray for the Christian teachers in Methodist School of Cambodia to rise up and shine for Christ in the school and be a testimony to the students.

6. Pray for the 50 youths in Methodist Hostel and 20 in Joy Hostel to encounter Christ as they receive the ministry of God’s word and fellowship amongst the Christian students in the hostels.

7. Pray for the missionaries & National pastors that God will bless and protect them, and give them strength to fight the spiritual warfare and be faithful in making disciples and growing the church.

2. Pray for God’s guidance and wisdom to be upon the committee members as they discuss the merger of the two preaching points in NC. Pray for a suitable venue for the future combined preaching point.

UESDAY

EAST ASIA

1. Pray for God to provide for the financial needs to furnish the new Guest House and the new church premise at HS. Pray for more young people to go to church. Pray for good health for the elderly members.

3. Pray for God’s guidance and wisdom be upon the field worker of the JD project. Pray that the community outreach ministry and ICF can be developed smoothly.

4. Pray for the workers of the West ministry be continually strengthened and that the ministry will continue to grow.

5. Pray for God’s protection and spiritual growth for all our workers and local workers.

6. Pray for more disciples to be made in all our preaching points.

EDNESDAY

2. Pray for God’s guidance and blessings for our committed and caring teachers and staff members as they work with the young children.

3. Pray that the re-registration of INSPIRE will proceed smoothly.

4. Thank God for the funds raised for the SMS Building Project.

5. Pray for wisdom and discernment for our Project Team as we prepare to award the contract for the Construction of the new school building.

6. Pray that all hindrances will be removed and all Processes related to the project will proceed smoothly.

7. Pray for a retired principal or senior teacher to take over the management of the SMS Laos once the new school building is ready.

8. Pray for God’s good hand to be on the Lao Government for the welfare of its people and the prosperity of the country.

LAOS

1. Thank God for His provision to the work of the Singapore Mission School (SMS) and INSPIRE.

2. Pray for the 7th Annual Meeting in Kathmandu in October 2015. Pray that God will provide the direction and wisdom for our leaders as they plan for the new church year.

HURSDAY

NEPAL

1. Pray for the Vijayee Methodist Church building project in Ilam district. Thank God for the successful fund raising. Pray for the leaders as they plan for the construction of the new church building.

3. Pray for the mission teams from our partner churches that will be conducting the Medical Camps from September to December 2015 in Kavre, Tanahun and Ilam.

4. Pray for the Rebuilding Programme. Pray for our Pastors and leaders as they plan and prepare to assist in reconstruction of sturdy houses for those who were affected and suffered losses to lives and properties during the Nepal earthquake.

5. Pray for Nepal as they prepare their New Constitution. Pray that the process will be safe and peaceful, and that the Constitution will provide for the rights of religious freedom.

6. Pray that God will raise up new missionaries to Nepal to help GS & JT as the ministry is expanding fast. Pray for somebody preferably with experience in youth mentoring and knowledge in accounting.

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STEP 3

RIDAY DAY

THAILAND

1. Revival Conference: 30 pastors & leaders attending conference at Phu Khiao (7-9 Oct). Ps John is leading the team. Pray for renewal & refreshing of inner spirits to align with God’s calling & purpose.

2. Nong Bua Lamphu MC: Pray for Ps Boy & Roong, who have taken the PIC roles. Pray that they will get to know the congregation and church leaders quickly. Pray for God’s blessing upon the works of their hands. Pray for great teamwork with the church staff & leaders. Pray for the mission trips in Oct, Nov & Dec. 3. Payakapum MC: Pray for Ps Ping & Mildred who are first-time parents.

Pray that Ping can balance his paternal role & his pastoral duties. Pray for temporary help so that the church ministry may continue smoothly.

4. Nong Gothong & Sup Charoen PP: Pray for a full-time worker to continue the ministry after Ps Boy & Roong were transferred out. Pray for the new seminary student currently helping the ministry. Pray for the church members to continue to pursue God fervently daily.

5. Vineyard Methodist School: Pray as VMS explores ways to free up space for outdoor activities for the children. Pray for wisdom to maximise the use of space.

6. Shineforth MC: Pray for the 3 church interns who have started seminary studies Pray for proper guidance & character development so as to serve the Lord fervently.

7. Tung Yeow OP: Pray for a new ministry worker. Pray for the land acquisition for hostel and multi-purpose hall.

8. Term Fun Home: Pray for good health for Angela, John and the 12 children under their care. Pray for excellence in their studies and service to the Lord.

9. Sanphranet, Genesis, Water of Life, Santi, Payakondee & Others: Pray for all pastors, staff, and members to grow deeper in faith to expand God’s work and to trust God for providence and supplies.

2. Pray for the impending commencement of our Medical and Health Care Programme as we await the final approval from the Government.

ATURDAY

TIMOR-LESTE

1. Thank God for the smooth construction of the Gleno Student Hostel. Pray for our missionaries as they prepare for the first intake of students and as the hostel begins its operation in January 2016.

3. Pray for our Methodist School project. Pray that God will grant wisdom and direction to our leaders and our missionaries.

4. Pray for our new missionary family, David and Jessie and their three children as they begin their faith journey. Pray that God will guide and continue to bless their new season of living in Timor-Leste.

5. Pray for the Timor-Leste government. Pray that they will continue to provide for our ministry needs as we continue to serve the Timorese people.

2. Pray for good and close cooperation between ICF and the host church, Hoa Hung Church.

VIETNAM

1. Thank God that the International Christian Fellowship (ICF) celebrated its 5th Anniversary on 21 June 2015. Praise God for His protection, providence and blessings over these five years.

4. Pray that MMS will continue to have good relationship with the Vietnam NGO Authority.

5. Pray for a smooth renewal of our NGO license in Vietnam which is expiring end of 2015.

6. Pray for a smooth application of work visa and clearance for Rev Leslie Lim.

NDAY

3. Pray that the members of ICF will take ownership and to come forward to serve faithfully.

Testimony

100% Pass!

All glory to God! Our Grade 9 students of Methodist School of Cambodia (MSC) managed to secure a 100% pass for the government’s National Examination (similar to Singapore’s ‘O’ Level). It was a year of hard work paid off with the excellent results from the students.

The academic year started in October 2014 with the students preparing for their examination. Although the students knew that it is a crucial year for them, a handful did not put in effort and did badly for the first semester (mid-year) examinations. That was a wake-up call to those students.

The students were reminded that if they did not pull their socks and do well in their second semester (final) examinations, they would not be allowed to sit for the Grade 9 National Examination. This is a law from Ministry of Education Youth and Sports (MOEYS). With that understanding, they hit the books, put in the effort to study hard, and did well for their second semester examinations. The students themselves requested for remedial classes to prepare for the examinations. It was wonderful to see them taking responsibility for their own studies and wanting to do well.

We thank the dedication of the teachers who put in the extra effort in guiding, encouraging, counselling and teaching them. It was truly the love for the students from the teachers that we were able to see the students do well in their studies.

Thank you for your support and prayer for the school, teachers and students.

Truly the students have indeed kept to the motto of the school - “Rise and Shine” for God. All glory to God!

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