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Prayer Guides for

Assemblies of God
Church Ministries,
U. S. Missions,
& World Missions
Prayer Guides for
Assemblies of God
Church Ministries,
U. S. Missions,
& World Missions

© 2007 by Gospel Publishing House,


1445 N. Boonville Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65802.
All Rights Reserved. Permission to replicate for personal or church use only.

Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®.


NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by
permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
“Ways To Pray”
A Prayer Guide for
Church Ministries,
U. S. Missions,
& World Missions
Welcome to the “Ways to Pray” prayer guide for
Assemblies of God Church Ministries, U. S. Missions, and
World Missions. With so many things to pray about in these
vital arenas of ministry, sometimes it is difficult to know
where to begin. We trust the guidelines provided in this book-
let will assist you in your times of prayer and intercession for
the ministries, missionaries, and missionary endeavors of our
Fellowship in the United States and
around the world.
Please use these guides in your personal times of prayer and
as a resource for prayer ministry teams in your church. Your
prayers will make a powerful difference as God’s hand moves
on behalf of those who are dedicated to fulfilling Christ’s
mandate to “Go into all the world and preach the good news
to all creation” (Mark 16:15, NIV).

These prayer guides are provided by the National Prayer Center in


partnership with Assemblies of God Church Ministries,
and U. S. and World Missions.
Table of Contents
Guide to Praying for Church Ministries
Your Pastor
Your Church Family
Evangelists
Boys & Girls Missionary Crusade (BGMC)
Children’s Ministries
Christian School Services
Honorbound / Men’s Ministries
Light for the Lost
Music Ministries
National Girls Ministries
Royal Rangers
Senior Adult Ministries
Single Adult / Young Adult Ministries
Speed the Light
Sunday School
Women’s Ministries
Youth

Guide to Praying for U. S. Missions


The U. S. Missions Field
Chaplaincy Ministry: Healthcare Chaplains
Chaplaincy Ministry: Military Chaplains
Chaplaincy Ministry: Police / Fire Chaplains
Chaplaincy Ministry: Prison Chaplains
Chaplaincy Ministry: The Shapes Mentoring Project
Chaplaincy Ministry: Specialized Chaplains
Chi Alpha
Church Planting
Intercultural Ministries: Blind and Visually Impaired
Intercultural Ministries: Deaf Culture Ministries
Intercultural Ministries: Jewish Ministries
Intercultural Ministries: KidCare America /
Thrive Student Centers

(continued)
Table of Contents (Continued)
Guide to Praying for U. S. Missions (Cont.)
Intercultural Ministries: Mission America
Placement Service (MAPS)
Intercultural Ministries: Muslim Ministries
Intercultural Ministries: Native American Ministries
Intercultural Ministries: Special Touch Ministries
Teen Challenge

Guide to Praying for World Missions
The Calling of Laborers
The Missionary Family
Guidance and Protection
Africa
Asia / Pacific
Eurasia
Europe
Latin America
Northern Asia
International Ministries: Book of Hope
International Ministries: Center for Ministry
to Muslims
International Ministries: Global Teen Challenge
International Ministries: Global University
International Ministries: Healthcare Ministries
International Ministries: International
Media Ministries
International Ministries: Life Publishers
International Ministries: Royal Rangers International

Guide to Praying for Compassion Ministries


Aged Ministers Assistance
Convoy of Hope
Family Services Agency
Healthcare Ministries
Rural Compassion
(continued)
Table of Contents (Continued)
Guide to Praying for Assemblies of God
Higher Education
Alliance for Assemblies of God Higher Education
Our Institutes, Colleges, Universities, and Seminary
AG Students in Secular Colleges and Universities
AG Students in Secular High Schools
Prayer Guides for
Church Ministries
Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Your Pastor
• Pray for a powerful anointing of the Spirit on your
pastor.

• Pray for wisdom as your pastor attends to the


administrative duties of the church.

• Pray that your pastor will be refreshed in mind and


spirit through the study of God’s Word and prayer.

• Pray that your pastor will be blessed with good


health.

• Pray for God’s wisdom, guidance, and anointing


upon your pastor in preparing messages each week.

• Pray that your pastor will be undergirded by the Holy


Spirit in times of loneliness or discouragement.

• Pray that your pastor’s reputation in the community


will be marked by respect and integrity.

• Pray that your pastor’s heart and mind will be guarded


against impure thoughts and deeds.
• Pray that signs and wonders will follow the anointed
proclamation of the Word.

• Pray that your pastor’s relationships with family and


friends will be strong and enriching.

• Pray that your pastor will boldly proclaim truth, even


if it’s unpopular.

• Pray that good relationships will be built between


your pastor and pastors of other churches in the
community and district.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Your Church Family
• Pray for a spirit of joy and unity to reign throughout
the church family.

• Pray for strong commitments to serve in various


volunteer ministries in the church.

• Pray for enthusiastic participation in worship and


praise.

• Pray that attendees will not only hear the Word,


but internalize it and apply it to their lives.

• Pray that the gifts of the Spirit will operate freely.

• Pray that the congregation will openly welcome and


accept visitors.

• Pray for God’s help and anointing upon those who


serve in volunteer ministries.

• Pray that church members will be faithful in


supporting the church through tithes and
offerings.
• Pray for physical healing for those who are ill.

• Pray for strong marriage and family relationships.

• Pray that children, youth, and adults will accept


Christ as Savior and receive the baptism in the
Holy Spirit.

• Pray that many believers will actively witness to the


lost in the community.

• Pray that members of the church will be known


throughout the community for their integrity.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Evangelists
• Pray for God’s hand of blessing, care, and protection
upon Assemblies of God evangelists and their families
serving across the United States and overseas.

• Pray that God will continue to speak to children,


young people, and adults about serving as evangelists
in our nation and around the world.

• Pray for God’s help, blessing, and guidance upon new


evangelists as they begin the process of establishing a
new evangelistic ministry.

• Pray for new evangelists, their marriages, and their


children, as they adjust to traveling and new schedules.

• Pray for strength and health among evangelist families


who continuously travel and have busy schedules.

• Pray for wisdom and understanding for evangelists


who deal with unique customs and cultures while
evangelizing in intercultural and overseas
environments.

• Pray that churches will come alongside of new and


veteran evangelists with prayer and financial support.
• P
 ray that doors will open in parts of the country and the
world where people have not yet heard the gospel.

• P
 ray for a mighty move of the Holy Spirit upon people, that
they will come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

• P
 ray that God will protect evangelists as they travel and serve
in difficult and sensitive parts of the country or world.

• P
 ray for a powerful anointing of the Holy Spirit upon
evangelists as the Word of God is preached and taught.

• P
 ray for God’s guidance upon the evangelist leaders at the
local, district, and national levels.

• P
 ray for favor within communities where evangelism is
taking place.

• P
 ray that the financial needs of evangelists and their families
will be met.

• P
 ray that churches will find creative and compelling ways to
evangelize their communities.

• L
 earn more about our Assemblies of God evangelists by
visiting http://evangelists.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”
Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
BGMC: Boys & Girls Missionary Crusade
• P
 ray that God will help churches and BGMC leaders to have
creative ideas for raising funds for missions.

• P
 ray that the funds raised will be used effectively and wisely
to impact lives for Christ around the world.

• Pray that each child will have a heart and vision for missions.

• P
 ray that God will raise up more churches to take part in
teaching missions to their children and raising funds for
BGMC.

• P
 ray that God would move 100,000 children to take the
BGMC challenge and make a pledge for BGMC.

• P
 ray that God will bless those who have a part in giving to
BGMC.

• Learn more about BGMC by visiting www.bgmc.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Children’s Ministries
• P
 ray for a powerful move of God among children in our
churches.

• P
 ray that children’s lives will be established upon a firm
foundation of Bible teaching.

• P
 ray for children’s ministries leaders, that they will find
creative and compelling ways to communicate God’s Word
and its application to children’s lives.

• P
 ray for protection of children against many harmful
influences conveyed through electronic media and other
means.

• P
 ray for missions and outreach programs for children such as
Boys and Girls Missionary Crusade (BGMC) and KidsQuest
USA, that they will have a powerful impact.

• P
 ray that the Junior Bible Quiz ministry will contribute
powerfully to the spiritual growth and discipleship of
children.

• P
 ray that many children will receive Jesus Christ as Savior
and experience the baptism in the Holy Spirit.
• P
 ray for a powerful anointing upon children’s evangelists as
they conduct church services and crusades.

• P
 ray for God’s help and guidance upon local, district, and
national children’s ministries.

• L
 earn more about children’s ministries by visiting
www.4kids.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Christian School Services
• P
 ray for growth in establishing Christian schools across the
United States.
• P
 ray that many qualified, Spirit-filled educators will become
involved with Christian schools.
• P
 ray that students will be both academically and spiritually
strengthened through their involvement in Christian schools.
• P
 ray that Christian schools will find favor among existing gov-
ernmental agencies and exert a positive impact in our society.
• P
 ray that Christian schools will be able to promote legisla-
tion and governmental regulations that are non-intrusive and
friendly toward the Spirit-filled community.
• P
 ray for the continued development of quality resources for
Christian schools.
• P
 ray for faculty, staff, and Christian school administrators at
all levels, that God will grant wisdom and guidance.
• L
 earn more about Christian School Services and the Association
of Christian Teachers and Schools by visiting www.acts.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Honorbound/Men’s Ministries
• P
 ray that men will capture a vision for godly leadership in the
home, church, and community.

• P
 ray that men will be godly husbands, fathers, and supporters
of their pastors.

• P
 ray that men will set an example of integrity in the
workplace and in the community.

• P
 ray that men will be soul winners in their various spheres
of influence.

• P
 ray that many men will find Christ as Savior and receive the
baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray that men in our churches will be full-fledged servants of
the Lord Jesus.

• P
 ray for a powerful impact through Men’s Ministries programs
in the local church and community.

• Pray that men will be leaders in worship.


• P
 ray that men will serve as powerful role models of spiritual
depth, vitality, and integrity before children and youth.

• P
 ray for leadership on the local, district, and national levels
as they endeavor to provide direction and resources for
Honorbound ministries.

• L
 earn more about Honorbound by visiting
www.honorbound.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Light for the Lost
• P
 ray for increased involvement in Light for the Lost across
our Fellowship.
• P
 ray that God’s blessing will rest upon the many men who
serve as LFTL Councilmen and contribute resources and time
to this ministry.
• P
 ray that many boys in the Royal Rangers program will
become Junior LFTL Councilmen and have opportunity to
share in this important ministry.
• P
 ray that funds will be raised to supply Bibles and other
literature to those who need to hear the message of Christ.
• P
 ray for an anointing upon literature that is distributed around
the world, that it will bring light to those lost in darkness.
• P
 ray for God’s blessing upon all who attend the leadership
conferences and district tours.

• P
 ray for LFTL leaders on the local, district, and national levels,
that God will grant them wisdom and guidance.
• Learn more about LFTL by visiting www.lftl.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Music Ministries
• P
 ray for a powerful anointing upon music ministries across
our churches, that hearts and minds will be lifted in praise
and adoration to God.

• P
 ray that worshipers will participate fully in the worship
service and experience the wonder of God’s presence.

• P
 ray for wisdom and guidance for music ministers and
worship leaders as they prepare for each service.

• P
 ray for a powerful anointing upon music ministers and
worship leaders as they lead congregations in worship
and praise.

• P
 ray that church members who have musical talents will offer
those talents unto the Lord.

• P
 ray that vocalists and musicians will pursue excellence in
their musical talents, offering their best to the Lord and to
His Church.

• P
 ray for the equipping of ministers in music with relevant,
inspiring resources.
• P
 ray for music leaders at all levels, locally and nationally,
that they will receive guidance and wisdom.

• L
 earn more about music ministries and how you can pray
even more specifically by visiting www.music.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
National Girls Ministries
• P
 ray that involvement in Girls Ministries groups will
continue to grow across the country.

• P
 ray that many girls will be won to Christ through Girls
Ministries.

• Pray that many girls will receive the baptism in the Holy
Spirit through Girls Ministries.

• P
 ray that Girls Ministries will enable girls to develop their
gifts and become godly young women.

• P
 ray for Girls Ministries leaders and workers, that they
will find compelling and creative ways to communicate
godly principles and truths to girls.

• P
 ray that Girls Ministries clubs will enable girls to experience
encouragement, support, and accountability through lasting
Christian relationships.

• P
 ray that discipleship tools and other helps will foster
effective training.
• P
 ray that girls will learn the importance of the Great
Commission and how they can help reach the world
for Christ.

• P
 ray for Girls Ministries leaders on the local, district, and
national levels, that God will give them wisdom and
guidance.

• L
 earn more about Girls Ministries by visiting
www.ngm.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Royal Rangers
• P
 ray that the ministry of Royal Rangers will continue to grow
nationally and globally.

• P
 ray for boys involved in Royal Rangers, that they will
develop and mature physically, mentally, socially, and
spiritually.

• P
 ray that Royal Rangers leaders and workers will creatively
and powerfully minister to boys.

• P
 ray that Royal Rangers leaders will be strong role models
for boys and help shape them into responsible, godly young
men.

• P
 ray that many boys will be won to Christ through their
involvement in Royal Rangers.

• Pray that boys will receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray that boys’ lives will be strengthened and discipled by
camping events and other activities sponsored by Royal
Rangers.
• P
 ray for protection upon leaders and boys who attend the
various events.

• P
 ray for all Royal Rangers leaders at the local, district, and
national levels, that they will receive God’s guidance and
wisdom.

• L
 earn more about Royal Rangers and how you can pray even
more specifically by visiting www.royalrangers.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Senior Adult Ministries
• P
 ray that effective senior adult ministries will grow across
our Fellowship.

• P
 ray that senior adults will come to know Christ as Savior
and be baptized in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray that senior adults will find meaningful and fulfilling
ways to minister in the local church.

• P
 ray that opportunities will be provided for senior adults to
convey their experiences and spiritual journeys to younger
members of the church.

• P
 ray that younger members of congregations and communi-
ties will value and learn from the wisdom and experience of
senior adults.

• Pray for strength and wellbeing among senior adults.

• P
 ray for wisdom for senior adults as they deal with financial,
medical, and estate-planning matters.

• P
 ray that senior adults will engage in activities that will foster
spiritual growth, education, evangelism, and fellowship.
• P
 ray for senior adult ministers in local churches, that they
will find creative and meaningful ways to engage senior
adults in church and community ministries.

• P
 ray for senior adult leadership on the local, district, and
national levels, that God will grant them wisdom and
guidance.

• L
 earn more about senior adults ministries and how you can
pray even more specifically by visiting www.sam.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Single Adult/Young Adult Ministries
• P
 ray that single adult and young adult ministries will grow
across our Fellowship.

• P
 ray that single adults and young adults will fully engage in
church life.

• P
 ray that many single adults and young adults will find Christ
as Savior and receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray that our churches will provide compelling ministries and
activities for single adults and young adults.

• P
 ray for single adults and young adults as they deal with
relationship issues.

• P
 ray for single adults and young adults as they seek
meaningful jobs and careers.

• P
 ray for young adults who marry, that God will be at the
center of their lives together.

• P
 ray for the many single parents who carry the heavy burden
of job and family responsibilities.
• P
 ray for discretion and discernment among young adults who
are targets of postmodern philosophies and ideologies.

• P
 ray that single adults will feel support and acceptance
among married adults.

• P
 ray for single adult and young adult leaders on the local,
district, and national levels, that God will give them wisdom
and guidance.

• L
 earn more about single adult and young adult ministries by
visiting www.singles.ag.org and www.youngadults.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Speed the Light
• Pray that God will bless fund-raising efforts for Speed the Light.
• P
 ray that youth leaders and groups will find creative and
compelling ways to raise funds for Speed the Light.
• Pray that fund-raising goals will be met to purchase vehicles and
equipment needed on the mission fields at home and abroad.
• P
 ray that youth will capture a vision for the importance of
missions through their involvement with Speed the Light.
• P
 ray that arrangements for purchasing vehicles and equipment
will be favorable, making the best use of the money raised.
• P
 ray that the vehicles and equipment purchased for missions
will be a tremendous help and blessing to the missionaries
who receive them.
• P
 ray for God’s blessing upon individual students and groups
who spend time and energy raising funds for Speed the Light.
• P
 ray for leadership on the local, district, and national levels,
that God will provide wisdom and guidance.
• Learn more about Speed the Light by visiting www.stl.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Sunday School Ministries
• P
 ray for the growth of Sunday School ministries in our
churches.

• P
 ray for a renewed hunger and passion in our churches for
the study of God’s Word.

• P
 ray for the anointing of the Holy Spirit upon Sunday
School superintendents, teachers, and other Christian
education volunteers who serve our churches each week.

• P
 ray that church members will respond to the call to
volunteer ministry in the Sunday School program.

• P
 ray that as God’s Word is taught it will come alive to
students of all ages.

• P
 ray that children, youth, and adults will come to Christ as
a result of learning God’s Word.

• P
 ray that students of all ages will seek and receive the
baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• Pray that students will apply what they learn to everyday life.
• P
 ray for leadership on the local, district, and national levels
as they provide direction and resources for Sunday School
ministries.

• L
 earn more about Sunday School and how you can pray even
more specifically by visiting www.sundayschool.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Women’s Ministries
• P
 ray that women in the local church will be mobilized to
reach out to other women in the community and in the
church.

• P
 ray that women will discover and become involved with
the many opportunities for ministry in the local church.

• P
 ray that women will be soul winners in their spheres of
influence.

• P
 ray that many women will be reached for Christ and
baptized in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray for God’s anointing upon Women’s Ministries groups
in the local church.

• P
 ray that many women will match their gifts to meeting
needs in the church and community.

• P
 ray for leadership in Women’s Ministries on the local,
district, and national levels.

• L
 earn more about Women’s Ministries and how to pray even
more specifically by visiting www.womensministries.ag.org.
Touch the World Fund
(Women’s Ministries Missions Fund)

• P
 ray for more women to understand that the Touch the World
Fund (TTWF) is the missions arm of Women’s Ministries.

• P
 ray for increased involvement in Touch the World Fund
across our Fellowship.

• P
 ray for Women’s Ministries district directors who help
promote and contribute resources and time to this missions
fund.

• P
 ray that funds will be raised to provide for indoor equipment
and furnishings for Assemblies of God World and U. S.
Missions Bible schools and other needs.

• Pray for local Women’s Ministries and churches to be


inspired to give to the annual Touch the World Day offering
each September, to be sent to the national Women’s Ministries
Department, so many requests will be met.

• P
 ray for mission leaders on the local, district, and national
levels, that God will grant them wisdom and guidance.

• Learn more about TTWF by visiting


www.womensministries.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for Church Ministries:
Youth Ministries
• P
 ray for a mighty move of the Holy Spirit among youth in
our churches and communities.

• P
 ray that outreaches at churches, on school campuses,
and in other venues will reach many young people for
Christ.

• P
 ray that The Seven Project outreaches on high school
campuses will have a powerful impact on students.

• P
 ray that effective discipleship efforts will help youth grow
in Christ.

• Pray that many youth will be baptized in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray that Christian students will be bold witnesses on their
school campuses.

• P
 ray for life-changing impact among youth who are involved
in missions outreaches such as Speed the Light and
Ambassadors in Mission.
• P
 ray for youth leaders in our churches, that they will find
creative and compelling ways to reach and disciple students
for Christ.

• P
 ray for all youth leaders on the local, district, and national
levels, that God will anoint and guide them in their ministries.

• L
 earn more about youth ministries by visiting
www.youth.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Prayer Guides for
U. S. Missions
Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
The U. S. Missions Field
• P
 ray for a powerful move of God across the United States
of America, the third largest mission field in the world.

• P
 ray for a dynamic move of the Holy Spirit throughout
Assemblies of God churches in the United States.

• P
 ray for U. S. missionaries and chaplains serving in the
many key facets of ministry across our nation:
* Chaplaincy Ministries
* Chi Alpha Campus Ministries
* Church Planting
* Intercultural Ministries
* U. S. MAPS
* Teen Challenge

• P
 ray for God’s guidance and anointing upon national and
local leadership in these areas of ministry.

• P
 ray that churches across our Fellowship will support,
equip, and encourage our U. S. missionaries.

• P
 ray for the growth and influence of the Church across
our nation.
• P
 ray for a resurgence of biblical moral and ethical values
across our land.

• P
 ray that the godly principles upon which our nation was
founded will be brought to the forefront and become our
guiding principles once again.

• F
 or more information about U. S. Missions, visit
www.usmissions.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Chaplaincy Ministries: Healthcare Chaplains
• P
 ray for God’s wisdom and anointing upon our healthcare
chaplains.

• P
 ray that our chaplains will be a help and comfort to patients
facing serious illness or surgery.

• P
 ray for chaplains who must convey news to family members
of a love one’s terminal illness or death.

• P
 ray for sensitivity as healthcare chaplains deal with people
from diverse religious backgrounds.

• P
 ray that our chaplains will be powerful witnesses for Christ
and lead many people to salvation.

• F
 or more information about Chaplaincy Ministries, visit
www.chaplaincy.ag.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Chaplaincy Ministries: Military Chaplains
• P
 ray for God’s wisdom and anointing upon our military
chaplains at home and abroad.

• P
 ray for strength and courage amid the rigors of military
service.

• P
 ray for discernment and understanding as our chaplains
serve soldiers from diverse religious backgrounds.

• Pray for protection upon our chaplains serving in harm’s way.

• P
 ray that our chaplains will be a help and comfort in times of
stress and danger.

• P
 ray that our military chaplains will be able to lead many
soldiers to Christ.

• F
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Chaplaincy Ministries: Police/Fire Chaplains
• P
 ray for God’s wisdom and anointing upon our chaplains who
serve alongside law enforcement officers and firefighters.

• P
 ray that our chaplains will be a source of help and comfort
to officers during times of danger and stress.

• P
 ray that police/fire chaplains will earn the trust of those they
are serving and provide effective spiritual leadership.

• Pray for protection upon police/fire chaplains.

• P
 ray that our police/fire chaplains will be able to lead many
people to Christ.

• F
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Chaplaincy Ministries: Prison Chaplains
• Pray for God’s wisdom and anointing on our prison chaplains.

• P
 ray that chaplains will find ways to penetrate the darkness of
prison life with the light of God’s love, mercy, and grace.

• P
 ray for sensitivity as chaplains deal with prisoners from
diverse religious backgrounds.

• P
 ray for protection upon our chaplains as they minister to
prisoners.

• P
 ray that many prisoners will be won to Christ and discipled by
prison chaplains.

• F
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Chaplaincy Ministries: The Shapes Mentoring Program
• P
 ray that God will lead new mentors to the Shapes program who
have a heart for children with incarcerated parents and a desire to
change a child’s life for eternity.

• P
 ray that God will connect the Shapes staff and mentors with
children in Greene and Christian counties in Missouri who
would benefit from a mentoring relationship.

• Pray that God would allow funding for the program to continue and
even increase so this ministry can reach even more children.

• P
 ray for God’s blessing as Shapes forms partnerships with faith
and community groups in order to help children in need.

• P
 ray that the mentoring relationships will help the children grow
up with a sense of hope and value.

• Pray that God will equip the mentors with strength and wisdom.

• P
 ray that God would allow this ministry to grow and expand
throughout Missouri and eventually across the country.

• F
 or more information on The Shapes Mentoring Program,
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Chaplaincy Ministries: Specialized Chaplains
• P
 ray for God’s wisdom and anointing upon industrial/
workplace chaplains, and other chaplains who minister
to motorcycle groups and at race tracks, rodeos, and
truck stops.

• P
 ray for specialized chaplains as they seek to build
relationships with people in their areas of ministry.

• P
 ray that many will receive Christ through the ministry of
our chaplains.

• Pray for God’s protection upon our specialized chaplains.

• F
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Chi Alpha Ministries
• P
 ray for a powerful move of God’s Holy Spirit on university
and college campuses across the U. S. and globally.

• P
 ray for God’s anointing and wisdom upon Chi Alpha
directors.

• P
 ray that many students will find Christ as Savior through
Chi Alpha campus ministries.

• P
 ray for sensitivity and wisdom among Chi Alpha teams as
they interact with students from different nations as well as
various ethnic and religious backgrounds.

• Pray for God’s blessing upon Chi Alpha students who


participate in short-range and long-range missions trips
to assist missionaries on the field.

• P
 ray that Assemblies of God churches in university and
college communities and elsewhere will support Chi Alpha
ministries.

• P
 ray that Chi Alpha leaders will find creative and compelling
ways to minister to students.
• P
 ray for the growth and expansion of Chi Alpha campus
ministries across the U. S. and internationally.

• P
 ray that godly men and women will respond to God’s call to
serve in Chi Alpha ministry.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Intercultural Ministries:
Ministry to the Blind and Visually Impaired
• Pray that the Blind will find freedom in salvation, joy in
belonging, fulfillment in living, and honor in serving.

• P
 ray that many believers among the Blind will receive the
baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray for the provision of quality teaching and discipleship
resources for the Blind.

• P
 ray that Blind-friendly congregations will welcome blind
members and help them feel at home.

• P
 ray that the Blind will find meaningful ways to serve in the
church and community.

• P
 ray for God’s blessing and anointing upon those who
minister to the Blind.

• P
 ray for ministries like the Adrienne Resource Center for
Blind Children and the Whitney Library for the Blind,
that God will provide needed resources for their work.
• P
 ray for leadership on the local, district, and national levels,
that God will provide wisdom and guidance.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Intercultural Ministries:
Deaf Culture Ministries
• P
 ray that many Deaf will receive Jesus Christ as Savior and
experience the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray for increased opportunities for Deaf to join with one
another in worship, edification, and fellowship.

• P
 ray that Deaf believers will be active members in churches
and evangelize other Deaf.

• Pray for the establishment of Deaf churches and ministries.

• P
 ray for God’s blessing and anointing upon pastors and workers
in Deaf churches.

• P
 ray for the development of compelling and creative
resources for Deaf ministries.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Intercultural Ministries: Jewish Ministries
• Pray for open doors of ministry to the Jews in the United States.

• P
 ray for sensitivity, discernment, and understanding among
people ministering to Jews.

• P
 ray that many Jews will receive Jesus Christ as Messiah and
receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray for Messianic Jews, that they will have a powerful
influence among their people.

• P
 ray that anti-Semitic attitudes and actions will be held in
check by Christ’s power.

• Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

• P
 ray for leadership in Jewish ministry on local, district, and
national levels, that God will grant wisdom and guidance.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Intercultural Ministries:
KidCare America/Thrive Student Centers
• P
 ray for God’s blessing on these mentoring programs for
elementary, middle school, and high school students.

• P
 ray that many more godly adults will invest their lives as
mentors, counselors, and tutors to children and youth.

• P
 ray that at-risk students will become all God intended them
to be through these mentoring programs.

• P
 ray that many students will find Christ as Savior as a result
of these after-school programs.

• P
 ray that more churches will open their doors to become centers
for reaching children and youth through after-school programs.

• P
 ray that positive outcomes such as better grades, less absentee-
ism, behavioral changes, and increased social skills will be evident
among children and youth who are involved in these programs.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Mission America Placement Service (MAPS)
• P
 ray that a growing number of men and women will
respond to the need to assist with MAPS projects across
the nation.

• P
 ray for God’s strength and guidance for RV volunteers and
construction teams as they devote their skills to constructing
or renovating churches, Assemblies of God colleges, and other
facilities.

• P
 ray for God’s guidance and anointing upon RV volunteers
who are involved with evangelism outreaches.

• P
 ray that many people will find Jesus Christ as Savior as a
result of evangelism outreaches.

• P
 ray for God’s anointing upon Summer Associates from our
colleges and universities who serve with nationally appointed
U. S. missionaries for 8 to 12 weeks in various ministries
across the nation.

• P
 ray that the volunteers and associates will be a help and a
blessing to pastors, college and university leaders, and U. S.
missionaries they serve, as well as others they contact, during
their time of service.
• P
 ray for God’s protection upon all volunteers and associates
as they travel to and participate in various ministries across
the nation.

• Pray for God’s help and anointing upon Missionary Associ-


ates who devote their talents and abilities to serve alongside
nationally appointed U. S. missionaries for 1 to 2 years.

• P
 ray that necessary funds will be raised to complete MAPS
projects.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Intercultural Ministries: Muslim Ministries
• P
 ray for open doors to minister to Muslims in the United
States.

• P
 ray for a greater understanding among Christians about
the Islam religion and how they can share their faith with
Muslims.

• P
 ray for God’s wisdom and guidance upon people who are
reaching out to Muslims.

• P
 ray that many Muslims will accept Christ as Savior and
receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray for Muslims who come to Christ, that they will become
established in the Christian faith.

• P
 ray for leadership on the local, district, and national levels,
that God will provide wisdom and guidance.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Intercultural Ministries:
Native American Ministries
• P
 ray for the salvation of many Native Americans, and that
they will receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray that Native Americans will be reached on every reservation
and in every urban center where they live.

• P
 ray that new Native American churches will be planted on
reservations and in urban centers.

• P
 ray for God’s blessing and anointing on missionaries to
Native Americans and Native American pastors and workers.

• P
 ray for networking among Native Americans that will promote
unity, partnership, and fellowship among other believers.

• P
 ray for effective discipleship of Native American believers
so they will become mature in Christ.

• P
 ray that many Native Americans will become active
evangelists, reaching others for Christ.

• Learn more by visiting www.agnaf.org.

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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Special Touch Ministry
(to people with disabilities)
• P
 ray for growth in church ministries to people with
disabilities.

• P
 ray that many people with disabilities will come to know
Christ as Savior and receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

• P
 ray for wisdom, creativity, and a loving spirit among those
who minister to people with disabilities.

• P
 ray for openness toward and acceptance of people with
disabilities.

• P
 ray that awareness and training programs will help the
Church better understand the special needs of people with
disabilities.

• P
 ray for creative and compelling teaching and discipleship
resources for people with disabilities.

• P
 ray for God’s blessing upon retreats and other special events
that minister to people with disabilities.
• P
 ray for leadership at the local, district, and national levels,
that God will provide wisdom and guidance.

• L
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Guide To Praying for U. S. Missions:
Teen Challenge
• P
 ray for God’s blessing upon the numerous Teen
Challenge centers across the United States.

• P
 ray that many youth and adults caught in alcohol or drug
addictions will turn to Teen Challenge for help and be
delivered from the cycle of addiction.

• P
 ray that youth and adults will receive Jesus Christ as Savior
through the ministry of Teen Challenge.

• P
 ray that residents who receive Christ as Savior will be
discipled and established in the Christian faith.

• P
 ray for God’s guidance and wisdom upon the directors of
Teen Challenge centers as well as upon those who assist
them.

• P
 ray that teens and adults delivered from addictions will be
able to restore broken relationships and return to society as
productive, responsible citizens.

• P
 ray that Teen Challenge centers will receive sufficient
financial support to sustain the constant demand for their
ministries.
• P
 ray for wisdom and guidance for Teen Challenge directors
and workers, that they will be able to effectively minister to
all who come for help.

• Pray that government agencies will continue to appreciate


the effectiveness of Teen Challenge in breaking alcohol and
drug addiction.

• P
 ray for Teen Challenge leaders on the local and national
levels, that God will provide wisdom and guidance.

• L
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Prayer Guides for
World Missions
Guide To Praying for World Missions:
The Calling of Laborers
• P
 ray for God’s hand of blessing, care, and protection on the
Assemblies of God world missions family serving around the
world.

• P
 ray that God will continue to speak to children, youth, and
adults about serving on the mission field.

• P
 ray for a growing vision and passion across our Fellowship
to reach people for Christ worldwide.

• P
 ray for God’s help, blessing, and guidance upon new
candidate missionaries as they begin the process of going
to the field.

• P
 ray for strength and anointing on itinerating missionaries
as they travel across the U. S. and share their burden and
vision.

• P
 ray that churches will come alongside new and veteran
missionaries with prayer and financial support.

• P
 ray for the many missionary associates and short-term
workers as they assist missions endeavors around the world.
• P
 ray for missionaries involved in technical support,
construction, medical assistance, media, teaching, and
other vital ministries.

• P
 ray for missions leaders at the local, district, and national
levels, asking God to provide wisdom and direction in the
decisions they make.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
The Missionary Family
• P
 ray for new missionaries on the field as they adjust to being
away from family, friends, and things familiar.

• P
 ray for missionary children and youth, that they will adjust to
the various cultures and feel at home.

• P
 ray for missionary kids who return to the U. S. after high
school graduation and have to stay (often without family) to
begin their college education or vocation.

• P
 ray for missionary parents who have to leave their
college-age children in the States alone and return to
the field without them (especially those parents who
enter the “empty nest” stage).

• P
 ray for strength and comfort for missionaries whose family
members (especially parents, grandparents, and siblings)
have suffered serious illnesses and tragedies.

• P
 ray for the comfort of the Holy Spirit upon missionaries
who lose loved ones while far away from home.
• P
 ray for missionaries as they minister in evangelism, church
planting, training of national leaders, and compassion
ministries, that the Lord will empower them as they face
the challenges of ministering cross-culturally.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
Guidance and Protection
• P
 ray for wisdom and understanding as missionaries deal
with unique customs and cultures.

• P
 ray for new missionaries as they learn unfamiliar languages,
that they will quickly learn to communicate the message of
Christ’s love and hope.

• P
 ray for strength and healing among the missionary families
who often are exposed to disease.

• P
 ray for a mighty move of the Holy Spirit that will cause
millions of people to come to Christ.

• P
 ray for a hedge of God’s protection around missionaries
serving in difficult and sensitive parts of the world.

• P
 ray for favor with government agencies so the gospel can be
proclaimed and the Church established.

• P
 ray for a powerful anointing upon the preached Word around
the world.

• L
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visiting www.worldmissions.ag.org.
• F
 ind specific ways to pray for the missionary family and the
countries where they serve by clicking on the “Intercessor”
link below Intercessor & World Report.

• B
 ecome a member of the AG World Missions CaringConnec-
tion PrayerNet by e-mailing worldmissionsprayer@ag.org for
information about how you can receive daily requests from
missionaries and join in prayer with over 900 other intercessors
for these current needs.
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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
Africa
• P
 ray that God will move in the hearts of believers in the U. S.
and elsewhere to make a new commitment of time and finances
to prayerfully support the work of missions in Africa.
• P
 ray for the millions suffering from AIDS in Africa, including
the countless children afflicted with the disease.
• P
 ray for students preparing for ministry in Bible training centers
across Africa. Ask God to anoint their instructors as they become
equipped to lead the Church there for years to come.
• P
 ray for the many efforts across Africa to bring help and hope to
those affected by disease, malnutrition, and civil war.
• P
 ray for Cry Africa, the HIV/AIDS initiative for sub-Saharan
Africa, as they minister physical aid and spiritual guidance to
those impacted by the AIDS epidemic in that region.
• P
 ray for the “Edward the Elephant” comic book outreach to
children across Africa, which instructs them on issues regarding
AIDS as well as shows them how to accept Christ.
• P
 ray that the Christians in Africa will receive a fresh outpouring
of the Holy Spirit that will spark a new revival on the continent.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
Asia/Pacific
• P
 ray for the countless individuals suffering with disease or
poverty throughout this region of the world.

• P
 ray for the Asia Pacific Theological Seminary in Baguio,
Philippines, that God will anoint and provide financially
for the faculty as well as students intent on reaching their
native countries for Christ.

• P
 ray for God’s protection and encouragement on missionaries
and national workers in remote regions and islands.

• P
 ray for safe passage for missionaries and national workers
who must travel extensively in their ministry endeavors.

• Pray that God will protect Christians from the dangers of disease
and civil unrest that are present in many parts of this region.

• P
 ray for the work of Asia’s Little Ones as this ministry meets
the physical and spiritual needs of children throughout Asia.

• P
 ray for media ministries in the region, that God will grant
them favor and provision as they proclaim hope in Christ
through broadcasting and printed materials.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
Eurasia
• P
 ray that God will move on the hearts of believers in
the U. S. and elsewhere to support missions efforts in
Eurasia through prayer as well as finances.

• P
 ray for national workers preparing for ministry in their home
countries. Ask God to give them wisdom and anointing as they
proclaim His Word.

• P
 ray that God will grant guidance and protection to Christians
in Eurasia. Ask Him to help them stay committed to their faith
in spite of persecution and sacrifice.

• P
 ray that God’s anointing and protection will rest on the mis-
sionaries who minister in Eurasia. Ask God to protect them
from the dangers of disease, persecution, and civil unrest.

• P
 ray for those who minister in Eurasia using mass media.
Ask God to grant them favor, protection, and finances as
they proclaim His Word.

• P
 ray that the Christians in Eurasia will experience a mighty
outpouring of the Spirit that renews their commitment to God
and enables them to serve Him more effectively.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
Europe
• P
 ray that God will move on the hearts of believers in the
U. S. and elsewhere to support missions efforts in Europe
through prayer as well as finances.

• S
 eek God regarding the secular humanism that grips much
of Europe. Pray that God will soften people’s hearts to be
receptive to the message of Christ.

• P
 ray for the ministry of Save Europe’s Children, which
reaches out to meet the physical and spiritual needs of
Europe’s neglected and abandoned children.

• A
 sk God to provide for the ministry of Students for Christ–
Europe as they proclaim Christ to college and university students
across Europe who desperately need to hear of His salvation.

• Pray for God’s provision and protection on the many


missionaries who serve all across the European continent.

• P
 ray for the faculty and students in the Christian colleges
and seminaries across Europe. Ask God to provide for
them financially and also to give them wisdom as they
confront their culture with the message of Christ.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
Latin America
• P
 ray that God will move on the hearts of believers in the U. S.
and elsewhere to make a new commitment of time and finances
to prayerfully support the work of missions in Latin America.

• P
 ray for the ministry of Latin America Childcare as they
transform the lives of needy children with the good news of
Jesus Christ through education and ministries of compassion.

• P
 ray for Christian colleges and seminaries in Latin America as
they educate and train students who desire to reach their nations
with the gospel. Ask God to provide financially for faculty and
students as He blesses them with a fresh anointing of the Spirit.

• P
 ray for those who suffer physically and emotionally through
the impact of natural disasters in the region. Ask God to bring
hope through the ministry and caring of Christians.

• P
 ray for individuals caught in the trap of witchcraft, that they
will accept Christ and receive His gift of eternal life.

• P
 ray that God will provide resources for Christian Education
and evangelism to believers in Latin America as they prepare
to reach their region for Christ.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
Northern Asia
• P
 ray that God will move on the hearts of believers in the U. S.
and elsewhere to support missions efforts in Northern Asia
through prayer as well as finances.

• P
 ray for national workers as they prepare for ministry in their
home countries. Ask God to give them wisdom and anointing
as they proclaim His Word.

• A
 sk God to guide and protect Christians in Northern
Asia, praying that they will stay committed to Christ in
spite of persecution and sacrifice.

• P
 ray for God’s anointing and protection on the missionaries
in Northern Asia.

• P
 ray that God will move on the people of Northern Asia,
softening their hearts to the message of salvation through Christ.

• P
 ray that Christians in Northern Asia will experience a mighty
outpouring of the Holy Spirit that renews their commitment to
God and enables them to serve Him more effectively.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries: Book of Hope
• P
 ray for God’s blessing upon the administration and staff of
Book of Hope as they work to provide God’s Word to all the
children and youth of the world.

• P
 ray that God’s Word can be presented in understandable and
relevant ways to the children and youth of the world.

• P
 ray that doors will open for distribution of the gospel in
parts of the world yet to be reached.

• P
 ray that through GodMan, a computer-generated photo-
realistic version of the Book of Hope, children who are
unable to read will receive the gospel.

• L
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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries:
Center for Ministry to Muslims
• P
 ray for the Center for Ministry to Muslims, which functions
wherever it can train, equip, and advise missionaries and
national ministers who live with or near Muslims.

• C
 onsider making Friday, the Islamic weekend, a special day of
prayer and fasting for the Muslim world.

• A
 sk God to fill your heart with a deep, genuine, sacrificial love
for Muslims.

• A
 sk God to enlighten the hearts of Muslims who are searching
for spiritual truth, that they will know and experience Christ.

• P
 ray that God will send qualified workers into Muslim
countries and equip them with the literature, materials,
and resources they need.

• P
 ray for Muslims who have recently come to Christ, that
God will keep them strong in faith despite any hardships or
difficulties they might face.

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries:
Global Teen Challenge
• P
 ray for God’s blessing and anointing upon the leadership
and staff of Global Teen Challenge as they seek to equip,
motivate, and encourage national pastors, missionaries, and
laypeople for ministry to people bound by life-controlling
addictions.

• Pray that funds will be available to build, renovate, and


sustain Teen Challenge centers globally.

• P
 ray that people who come to Global Teen Challenge will
find Christ and be released from their addictions to lead
Christ-honoring and fulfilled lives.

• P
 ray that evangelism campaigns by Global Teen Challenge
will be effective in reaching people in need of God’s help.

• L
 earn more about Global Teen Challenge by visiting
www.globaltc.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries:
Global University
• P
 ray for God’s help and anointing on the faculty, staff, and
administration of Global University as they prepare training
resources for pastors and laypeople and around the world.

• P
 ray for the creativity of the Holy Spirit upon the developers
of resources that minister effectively to people of all cultures
and backgrounds.

• P
 ray for the ministry of Project Timothy, that many trained
leaders will be placed in churches worldwide to help lead,
encourage, and disciple believers.

• P
 ray that resources offered through Global Reach will help
many students as they explore the great questions of life that
relate to God, Christian life and service, the home, ethics,
community, and other themes.

• L
 earn more about Global University by visiting
www.globaluniversity.edu.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries:
HealthCare Ministries
• P
 ray for the staff and administration of HealthCare Ministries
as they use medicine to care for the suffering and reach people
for Christ.

• P
 ray that this ministry will open doors of witness in places
otherwise closed to a gospel witness.

• P
 ray for God’s protection upon HealthCare Ministries teams
as they encounter difficult and dangerous circumstances.

• P
 ray that medical professionals will prayerfully consider
utilizing their time and talents to assist this ministry.

• Learn more by visiting www.healthcareministries.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries:
International Media Ministries
• P
 ray for the leadership and staff of International Media
Ministries as they spread the gospel through television,
cassettes, movies, music, and CDs.

• A
 sk God to bless efforts to share Christ through media
communications.

• P
 ray for the mission of IMM to teach, provide evangelism
and discipleship tools, partner with churches in media
production, and vision cast with national churches to
present the gospel effectively.

• P
 ray for God’s protection upon IMM teams as they travel to
various locations around the world.

• L
 earn more about International Media ministries by visiting
www.imm.edu.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries:
Life Publishers
• Pray for the leadership and staff of LIFE publishers as they
prepare training resources for schools across Russia and
Eastern Europe.

• P
 ray that the power of the printed page will reach people for
Christ and disciple them in the Christian faith.

• P
 ray for favor among agencies in the various countries in
which gospel literature is distributed.

• P
 ray that more resources will be made available in the
languages of the countries of Russia and Eastern Europe.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for World Missions:
International Ministries:
Royal Rangers International
• P
 ray for God’s help and anointing upon the leadership of
Royal Rangers International as they seek to help reach the
nearly 2 billion children under the age of 18 that populate
our world.

• P
 ray for the RRI “Ready” Evangelism Force committed to
reaching today’s boys and shaping them into godly men of the
future through the power of the gospel.

• P
 ray for Eurocamp and other ministries designed to help
young boys in their spiritual, physical, mental, and social
development.

• P
 ray for God’s help and direction as plans unfold for RRI Global
Leaders Encounter, slated for July 2010 in the United States.

• L
 earn more about Royal Rangers International by visiting
www.royalrangersinternational.com.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Prayer Guides for
AG Missions:
Compassion
Ministries
Guide To Praying for AG Missions:
Compassion Ministries:
Aged Ministers Assistance
• P
 ray for the hundreds of retired ministers and spouses who
AMA helps to meet needs of shelter, food, and medical
expenses.

• P
 ray that God will move on the hearts of individuals to
support aged ministers through prayer, encouragement,
and tangible means.

• P
 ray that aged ministers struggling to provide food and
other basics will become aware of the ministry of AMA.

• Learn more by visiting www.ag.org/ama.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for AG Missions:
Compassion Ministries:
Convoy of Hope
• P
 ray for the administration, staff, and volunteers of Convoy
of Hope as they endeavor to help meet the needs of those in
poverty and in crisis around the world.

• P
 ray that God will keep Convoy workers safe from disease
and injury as they minister in disaster areas.

• P
 ray that the ministry of Convoy will grow and expand to
meet the needs of poor and hurting people.

• P
 ray that God will protect drivers and volunteers as they
travel to Convoy of Hope outreaches.

• Learn more by visiting www.convoyofhope.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for AG Missions:
Compassion Ministries:
Family Services Agency
• P
 ray that God will lead loving Christian parents seeking
adoption to the ministry of Highlands Child Placement
Services and Maternity Home.

• Pray that Hillcrest Children’s Home will provide home for


the homeless, love for the unloved, and security for the
neglected.

• P
 ray that God will move on the hearts of Christians and
churches to help meet the physical needs of the newborns,
children, and mothers at Highlands and Hillcrest.

• Learn more by visiting www.agfamilyservices.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for AG Missions:
Compassion Ministries:
HealthCare Ministries
• P
 ray for the staff and administration of HealthCare Ministries
as they use medicine to care for the suffering and reach people
for Christ.

• P
 ray that this ministry will open doors of witness in places
otherwise closed to a gospel witness.

• P
 ray for God’s protection upon HealthCare Ministries teams
as they encounter difficult and dangerous circumstances.

• P
 ray that medical professionals will prayerfully consider
utilizing their time and talents to assist this ministry.

• Learn more by visiting www.healthcareministries.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Guide To Praying for AG Missions:
Compassion Ministries:
Rural Compassion
• P
 ray for the administration and staff of Rural Compassion as
they help break and prevent cycles of physical, emotional,
intellectual, and spiritual poverty in rural areas.

• P
 ray for the approximately 2.5 million rural children in the
United States who suffer in deep poverty, lacking even basic
needs like education and health care.

• P
 ray for those children trapped in the destructive cycle of
drug abuse in rural areas.

• P
 ray that God will move on the hearts of Christians and
churches in rural areas to reach out even more to meet
physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs in their
own communities.

• Learn more by visiting www.ruralcompassion.org.

For this and other prayer guides, go to www.prayer.ag.org


and click on “Ways to Pray.”

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Prayer Guides for
Assemblies of God
Higher Education
Guide to Praying for Educational Institutions:
Alliance for Assemblies of God Higher Education
• Pray that the Alliance for AG Higher Education will
be effective in promoting Assemblies of God higher
education in our churches.

• Pray that the Alliance will develop new, effective ways


to raise and secure funds for our institutions of higher
education.

• Pray that the Alliance will receive godly wisdom


to evaluate and endorse the teachings, instructional
programs, and administration of our colleges and
universities.

• Pray that God will give the Alliance wisdom and


effectiveness in recruiting Assemblies of God
students to attend AG colleges and institutions.

• Pray that God will guide and empower the


Alliance in administrating higher education
to prepare students for effective leadership in
our ever-changing Fellowship and culture.

• For more information on the Alliance for AG Higher


education, see www.colleges.ag.org.

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Guide to Praying for Educational Institutions:
Our Institutes, Colleges, Universities,
and Seminary
• Pray that God will provide anointed and called
faculty, staff, and administrators for our schools.

• Pray that individual believers, churches, and


districts will support our schools financially.

• Pray that church members, parents, and prospec-


tive students will recognize the spiritual and
educational value of being trained in Assemblies
of God institutions of higher education.

• Pray that our schools will grow in spiritual fervor and


academic excellence, as well as attendance.

• Pray that our schools will develop church leaders


who will maintain biblical and doctrinal purity as
they prepare to lead churches, evangelize the lost,
and disciple believers in an ever-changing world.

• Pray that God will protect students as they travel


from home to attend school as well as travel in music,
drama, sports, and other groups for the schools.

• Pray that our schools will develop business leaders


and other professionals who will serve effectively in
the public sector.
Our AG Colleges, Universities, and Seminary
• As you pray for our institutions of higher education,
consider keeping each specific school in focus:

Seminary
○ Assemblies of God Theological Seminary,
Springfield, MO
Colleges and Universities
○ American Indian College, Phoenix, AZ
○ Bethany University, Scotts Valley, CA
○ Caribbean Theological College, Bayamón, PR
○ Central Bible College, Springfield, MO
○ Evangel University, Springfield, MO
○ Global University, Springfield, MO
○ Latin American Bible Institute–CA, La Puente, CA
○ L
 atin American Bible Institute–TX,
San Antonio, TX
○ Native American Bible College, Shannon, NC
○ North Central University, Minneapolis, MN
○ Northwest University, Kirkland, WA
○ Southeastern University, Lakeland, FL
○ Southwestern
 Assemblies of God University,
Waxahachie, TX
○ Trinity Bible College, Ellendale, ND
○ Valley Forge Christian College, Phoenixville, PA
○ Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, CA
○ Western Bible College, Phoenix, AZ
○ Zion Bible College, Barrington, RI

• For more information, visit www.colleges.ag.org.

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Guide to Praying for Educational Institutions:
AG Students in Secular Colleges and Universities
• Pray that AG youth will seek God’s plan for their lives,
whether it be in full-time ministry or secular careers.

• Pray that AG college students will seek out Christian


fellowship and support through Chi Alpha and other
Christian ministries as they study on secular campuses.

• Pray that they will stand strong against the voices of


secularism in the classroom and on campus.

• Pray that they will overcome the powerful forces of


temptation every young person faces when he or she
ventures away from home for the first time.

• Pray that they will present a strong testimony and voice


for the gospel in their classrooms and dorm rooms.

• Pray that they will commit themselves to a church in


their new city or neighborhood, then be a blessing to
that congregation in whatever way God enables them.

• Pray that God will provide for them financially, and allow
them to emerge from their studies with minimal debt.

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Guide to Praying for Educational Institutions:
AG Students in Secular High Schools
• Pray that Christian students will find spiritual strength
and support through friendship and fellowship with
each other.

• Pray that they will have the courage and wisdom to


proclaim and defend their faith in the classroom and
on campus.

• Pray that they will reject the tempations and pressures


of secular values and honor God standard of ethics
and morality.

• Pray that God will grant students the strength to reject


the temptations of sexual sin, substance abuse, and
other peer pressures especially common to the teen
years.

• P
 ray that God will give students a clear, powerful vision
of His special plan for their lives, and guide them as they
prepare to fulfill that plan.
Missionaries and Ministries
Prayer List
Consider developing this list to include missionaries and ministries supported by
yourself and/or your church. Talk to your pastor or church missions coordinator
for specific information on these individuals and organizations.

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