Latest Prayers by WEC International

Women in Central Asia: Pray that poor women who are abused would know they are created in the image of God and highly valued by Him (Genesis 1:26-27). Pray that more of us who have a voice will affirm and advocate for the dignity of women and demonstrate Proverbs 31 to the world: ‘Open our mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute... defend the rights of the poor and needy.’

Pilgrimage in Japan: A WEC team are researching and developing resources about Christian pilgrimage tracing the journey of 16th century Jesuit Christians through Honshu to Nagasaki where they were martyred. Pray for more team members to share stories, inspiring interest in the gospel they gave their lives for.

Matt & Margaret in France: There is an evident move of the Holy Spirit in Matt and Margaret’s church. Each Sunday they put out more chairs. They ask: ‘Pray for a family who came to church recently, to see what an evangelical church was like. They were thrilled with the welcome, and hardly ever miss a meeting. They now plan to marry. Do pray for them to be kept by His power.’

Researching in the Republic: Seven WEC members have formed a research team to investigate whether the Lord is calling WEC to minister in the Republic of Ireland. Pray that through visits and discussions with church and community leaders in Ireland, prayer and research into the country’s spiritual climate and perceived needs, the research team can help WEC leadership to discern whether now might be the season for a WEC team to work there.

Komering in Indonesia: These people originated from the Komering River area of south-east Sumatra and subdivide themselves into 'upstream' and 'downstream' communities. Many depend upon rain cisterns or river irrigation for rice cultivation. Changing religion from Islam is very difficult; marriages between a Komering and a non-Muslim is forbidden. They will often call a shaman to heal sick people or to cast out demons. Pray for development projects in the area to open doors for the gospel.

Madurese in Indonesia: The Madura people are the third largest people group in Indonesia (around 7.7 million), living mostly on East Java and Madura Island. An insightful Madura saying is, 'It is better to die than to be humiliated', and they are renowned as fierce fighters and hard workers, but also for Satay kebabs. They are Sunni Muslim, yet many resort to using amulets, magic spells, or prayers to ancestors in their efforts to find security. Pray for them to hear and understand the gospel.

Jambi in Indonesia: Jambi Province on the island of Sumatra has a population of roughly 3.5 million. The largest indigenous people group there are the 1.05 million Jambi Malayu. Their rite of passage to adulthood is often to file the young person's teeth to align them. Most are fishermen, but only a handful follow Jesus. Pray that the trans-migrant churches in Jambi would take up the challenge to share Christ to their Jambi neighbours.

Komering in Indonesia: These people originated from the Komering River area of south-east Sumatra, and subdivide themselves into 'upstream' and 'downstream' communities. Many depend upon rain cisterns or river irrigation for rice cultivation. Changing religion from Islam is very difficult; marriages between a Komering and a non-Muslim is forbidden. They will often call a shaman to heal sick people or to cast out demons. Pray for development projects in the area to open doors for the gospel.

Minangkabau in Indonesia: There are around 6.91 million Minang people spread across Indonesia and they are 99.7% Muslim. Their name reflects an ancient fable about outwitting a Javanese fighting water buffalo. Today they are recognised as good traders of clothing and jewellery and excellent restaurant owners. Their society is matrilineal, meaning an uncle or brother-in-law will make a family’s decisions. Pray for whole families to turn to Christ.

Madurese in Indonesia: The Madura people are the third largest people group in Indonesia (around 7.7 million), living mostly on East Java and Madura Island. An insightful Madura saying is, 'It is better to die than to be humiliated', and they are renowned as fierce fighters and hard workers, but also for Satay kebabs. They are Sunni Muslim, yet many resort to using amulets, magic spells, or prayers to ancestors in their efforts to find security. Pray for them to hear and understand the gospel.

Musi Malay of Indonesia: The 690,000 Musi-speaking people originate from the Musi River valley area of South Sumatra. Traditionally farmers, hunters and fishermen, many today hold key education or government roles, while also growing rice or harvesting rubber. Until their wedding, a Muslim Musi man covers all his fiancée's expenses except food. Pray for Christians to live and work among them to share faith.