SUDAN: With just over four months until the referendum in Sudan, there are still thorny issues to be resolved. Pray for a peaceful process. And pray for advocacy and support by the International Community to the people of Southern Sudan by accepting the outcome of the referendum.

SUDAN, Rokon Diocese: Pray for all the parishes in Rokon Diocese that they will know God’s blessing as they continue to work with the many people who have returned home after years of displacement. Pray for Bishop Loyo and all the clergy in the diocese that they will lead with wisdom and grace.

SUDAN, Maridi Diocese: Pray for the week of witness, which starts today in all parishes throughout the diocese, that all those who will go out from door to door will be protected by God.

SUDAN, Maridi Diocese: Thank God for the start of a Diploma Programme at Chaima Christian Institute. Pray for both the students and the teaching staff as they begin another term. Pray also that the construction work at Haddow Secondary School is completed in time for the new school term.

NEPAL, The Zimmerman Family: Pray for Zachary and Benjamin, now back at school (in KISC) after an enjoyable summer break. Pray that they would know God’s love and that He would bless them with fun, health, and learning as they grow up in Kathmandu.

NEPAL, The Zimmerman Family: Pray for Deirdre and Mark in their work, as they each seek to use their skills, experience and passions to help many of those most in need in Nepal. And pray for their friendships, for their church and for family life. Ask God to bless them and their family.

IRELAND, CMS Ireland Events: Pray for the mid-Africa conference, taking place this weekend in Newcastle, Co. Down. Pray that this will be a special time of blessing and encouragement for all who attend and that the weekend will help strengthen the partnerships with the Church in Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi.

IRELAND, CMS Ireland Events: Next week sees the return of our monthly prayer gatherings in Belfast and Dublin. Pray that those living nearby will come to these evenings and be blessed by the fellowship and the updates. And pray that as a whole Society – members, partners and staff – we will seek God first in all things.

IRELAND, CMS Ireland Events: Pray for the ‘momentum’ event, which takes place next week in Belfast, as we look back on another year of blessings and encouragement through our Mission Experience Teams Abroad (METAs) and short-term placements. Pray that God would continue to challenge and inspire all who were involved.

BURUNDI, Anglican Province of Burundi: Pray for the school refurbishment programme, funded by Irish Aid. Give thanks for the rebuilding and refurbishment of 7 schools through this programme. Pray for the staff and children now working within the schools – that through these institutions, Burundi would continue on its journey towards peace and stability.