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Prayer Requests
January 2026
“How wonderful it is, how pleasant, for God's people to live together in harmony!”
Psalm 133:1, Good News Translation
Newcomers
1. Lord, we pray for volunteers of the NS Resettlement Store, and for those who rely on its services. Thank You for this organization, and may it continue to do good in our community for many, many years to come.
2. Repeat prayer from yesterday.
3. Father, as sojourners on this earth, and knowing that You yourself were a refugee in a foreign land, we pray that we the church would open our hearts and homes to newcomers in our communities. May we welcome them home to Canada and be Your hands and feet for their needs.
4. God, we continue to pray with and support our sisters with Baptist Women of North America as they stand up against the injustice perpetrated against immigrants and those thought to be immigrants in the United States. We know Your love and care is for all people, and we stand with them during this difficult and dangerous time.
5. Lord, be with newcomers to our communities as they make a life for themselves here. We know that learning a new language, new customs, and navigating a new system of government is a difficult and long journey. As they begin new jobs, start businesses, send their children to school, and join our neighbourhoods, be their peace, comfort, and strength.
6. God, You call us to pray for those in power. We pray for the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the representative for Halifax West. We pray, Lord, that You would guide her in her decision-making, in her interaction with her constituents, and in her daily work. May she be compassionate and fair, and may her work make life better for newcomers for many years to come.
7. Father, we pray especially for children who are newcomers to our land. Many of them may have difficult memories to process. Many are missing friends and loved ones. They may be angry or scared. As our Comforter and Strength, draw near to them. Bring friends and support systems into their lives. May they experience Your presence and love in a profound way.
CBM Missions
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8. Repeat prayer from yesterday.
9. Lord, we pray with our Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) partners in Lebanon as they navigate ministry challenges amid continuing regional uncertainty. May You continue to expand the impact of the church in that region.
10. Father, we pray for Xiaodan and Philipp Fröhlich in Marburg, Germany as they prepare for the Youth Easter Camp 2026. We pray for clear communication, love and unity between and among the full-time staff and the volunteers. We pray that God will use the camp to lead young second-generation Chinese to Christ and strengthen their faith.
11. God, we pray for the missionaries and CBM partners in Latin American and the Caribbean, as each one is facing challenges and moving through crises, though in different contexts. May the church find a perspective of service even in these difficult times.
12. We pray for Kabuganaan Philippines Ministries, CBM’s partner in the Philippines, as the 2026 projects start. God, we pray for them as they support the education of children and youth, initiating sustainable livelihoods for women in Libas, creation care initiative, and providing training for lay leaders of the churches. We pray for wisdom, provision, unity, and lasting impact in all these efforts.
13. Father, it has already been over 18 months since many church buildings were closed in Rwanda due to new government regulations. We pray that the churches will be able to meet the requirements before the deadline of March 15, 2026 so that they can reopen. We pray for the church leaders and members as they continue to preach the Gospel, despite setbacks.
14. Thank You, Lord, that the Almaty Bible Institute, Kazakhstan, is celebrating 35 years of teaching ministry this year. We pray that You would continue to help them equip ministers for multi-faith and multi-cultural contexts.
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15. Repeat prayer from yesterday.
16. We pray for CBM global staff Emad Botros as he teaches two courses at Carey Seminary in Cairo starting in February. We pray that You would guide his teaching, grant wisdom and clarity, and prepare the hearts of the students to receive, grow, and be shaped through God’s Word, so that their learning may bear fruit in their lives and ministries.
17. God, thank you for the work of Hortense and Jean-Marie Atitso in Togo. We pray as they begin their new ministry with CBM, You would provide richly for them in all that they need. May their efforts bear fruit, and their family thrive in this new reality.
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Home Ministries
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18. Father, we pray for the work of the pregnancy and wellness centres in our communities. We pray for their provision, for Your hand of protection over the staff, volunteers, and families who benefit from their services. May they be a beacon of compassion from You.
19. God, we pray for the students at Acadia Divinity College and Crandall University this month. As they approach the end of the educational year, renew their passion for learning, and their strength to continue in their studies.
20. God, we pray for our youth and young adults as they face the epidemic of vaping use that is growing across the country. Help them to make wise decisions, and to find joy and peace through Your Word, Your people, and Your creation, so that they aren’t tempted to start a habit that could impact their lives for decades.
21. We thank You, Lord, for the generational impact of Kingswood Camp. As they prepare for the summer, be with the staff, campers, and families who will be impacted by their Kingdom work. We pray for protection over the children attending, and that they would create memories that lead them to You.
22. Repeat prayer from yesterday.
23. Lord, we are excited to be drawing nearer to another year of fellowship at interMISSION. We pray that preparations would continue smoothly, and that You would provide a way for all who wish to attend.
24. Thank you for the work of TREY (Trauma Recovery for Exploited Youth) Nova Scotia. We pray that You will bless their efforts. In particular, be with Executive Director Amber Davidson, as she promotes survivor-centred recovery across the Maritimes.
Community Needs
25. God, as we draw near to spring, we pray for all those who may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder in our communities. May they feel a renewed sense of hope, and joy with approaching sunshine. Bring people into their lives who can walk alongside them.
26. We continue to pray for the unhoused in our communities. May our churches be places of refuge and help for them, and may we heed the call to reach out wherever needed.
27. Lord, many of our neighbours may be struggling with the impact of inflation on their finances. We pray that You would provide for all their needs. We pray in particular for children, that You would ensure none of them go hungry.
28. God, we pray for the families of those involved in the shooting in Tumbler Ridge, BC on February 10th, 2026. In this horrific time, bring peace to their hearts, and may their community come around them to collectively heal. We pray that the police and local leaders would be wise in their decisions on what to do next. Protect our young people from further harm.
29. Repeat prayer from yesterday.
30. God, in this time of continued unemployment in Atlantic Canada, amidst a cost of living crisis, we pray that You would provide for Your people. Bring the right jobs to those in need. And may those of us who have more than enough to give be generous with our time and resources.
31. Jesus, as we prepare for Easter and many among us practice a Lenten fast, quiet our hearts and minds to listen to Your truth. Thank You for Your sacrifice for us. Guide us in Your way of life.