Needs for daily living, dependable employment, and consistent education are critical in Sudan. Catastrophic food shortages are escalating. Those who were attempting to feed the needy have been forbidden to continue. Employees who had sufficient jobs have not been paid in months. Schools and universities are closed. Students have no opportunity to proceed with their studies. "But I am poor and needy; hasten to me, O God! You are my help and my deliverer; O LORD, do not delay!" (Psalm 70:5 ESV). Pray for those in the population who are in great need. Pray for the people to look to the Lord and see His deliverance and help. Pray for peace in Sudan.

"This month, our prayer focus is for the women of Southern Taiwan. Socio-economic and political changes have reshaped the roles of women in many ways here. For the past eight years, Taiwan has had a female president, and many women are in places of great influence. However, the traditional role of being the main caretaker in a multi-generational home is still the norm. Taiwanese women work hard. They are the caretakers in the home. They are the ones shaping the beliefs of young children, informing the morals of teenagers, and giving direction to the next generation. Pray that our churches will find creative ways to reach women from all walks of life and share in their joys and burdens, letting them know that they are loved and valued. Our prayer is that as women open their hearts to God's truth, their changed lives will speak loudly to their husbands, and they will instruct their children in the ways of the Lord. May these women be the bridge to their parents' and grandparents' generation so that entire families will know, love, and honor God."

(nigh-ROH-bee) - This month, a Kenyan team will be traveling to Uganda for a coach and referee training. This door was opened as a result of a "vision trip" last year. Please pray for boldness, a solid foundation, and favor from those who will be trained.

Julie and Abner are a married couple with children. Julie is a long-time believer, but Abner continues in a different faith. Abner has been hospitalized for a couple of months with tuberculosis and will be held there until he is no longer contagious. Life is very difficult for Julie right now. They are struggling financially, and she is exhausted. One of her biggest struggles has always been anxiety. Pray that Julie will be able to bring everything to the Father "by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving" and then rest in the "peace of God" (Philippians 4:6-7 ESV). Also pray that Abner will come to Christ, realizing that "there is salvation in no one else" (Acts 4:12 ESV).

Starting this month, we are planning an English corner with Chinese students at a local church in one of the Melting Cities. These students have not yet accepted the gospel. Since they have expressed a need for English study, we were prompted to start this activity for them. Please pray that through this English corner, we will build good relationships with new students and have great opportunities to share the gospel. Many students coming from China to study abroad tend to be passive or critical about believing in God. We hope that as they attend these activities and naturally become familiar with the church, they will develop a curiosity about who Jesus is. Please pray for wisdom for the teachers who are leading the English corner. Pray that they will have the passion to look upon the young souls of China with God's heart and have the courage to share the gospel effectively at the right time.