For more information about our presbytery, please visit our website.
Featured Church/Mission: Christ the Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Portland, Maine (Pastor Doug Warren)
Please join us in praising God for these answered prayers:
1. We have a new office space on a main street going into Portland that will allow our staff to have a place to work and also provide a meeting place for small groups and ministry outreach.
2. God continues to bring visitors to the worship service and we have been thrilled with some new families returning and expressing interest in serving Christ with CTR.
3. We have a group of communicants going through a class and study guide in preparation for their first communion.
Please continue to boldly ask God for the following:
1. Wisdom for our elders and deacons as they spend time this summer seeking the Lord’s guidance and clarified direction.
2. Good attendance and significant fruit from our two summer camps. Explorer Camp is July 19-23 and VBS is August 2- 6. Both are being held at Lyseth Elementary School.
3. Physical healing and relief for several in our congregation struggling with disease and sleep disorders.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Keene, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the people of Keene and for the spiritual and material prosperity of people in the western part of New Hampshire.
2. Pray for the reformation of the church in Keene and for God’s blessing upon the evangelical churches there.
3. Pray for God’s provision of a church planter to establish a new church in Keene.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: Keene State College, Keene, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of Keene State College during their summer break and for the school’s impact on the state through the large number of public school teachers who study there.
2. Pray for the campus ministries at Keene State, including the work of Campus Crusade for Christ.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The committee as it evaluates a strong candidate for the church planting position and for his own consideration of God’s calling.
2. Ongoing efforts to connect with potential prayer and financial partners for the work in Burlington.
NNEP:
Meeting: Pray for God’s blessing upon the preparations for the next NNEP presbytery meeting (schedule for July 17).
General Assembly: Pray for the ongoing PCA General Assembly (6/29-7/2) and for the safe return of those attending from NNEP.
Mike Viera: Pray for Mike as he continues to serve with the Army reserves in Afghanistan and for his wife and children at home.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Prayer Update - June 16, 2010
For more information about our presbytery, please visit our website.
Featured Church/Mission: Exeter Presbyterian Church, Exeter, New Hampshire (Pastor Steve Magee)
1. Pray for fruitful engagement in our communities and especially in our extended families.
2. Pray for perseverance in proclaiming from the Scriptures the message of Christ, the cross, and the resurrection.
3. Pray for growth in faith, hope, and love as a congregation.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Raymond, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the people of the growing town of Raymond and especially for the spiritual growth of the many young families in town.
2. Pray for the progress of the church in Raymond and the surrounding communities.
3. Pray that God would raise up men equipped to plant churches in the small towns of northern New England.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: Colby College (Waterville, Maine)
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of Colby College during their summer break.
2. Pray for the campus ministries at Colby, including Intervarsity Christian Fellowship and Campus Crusade for Christ. Pray for a strong evangelical witness among the student population there.
3. Pray for the encouragement of Christian students at the school and the evangelical churches in the community.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The committee as it evaluates a strong candidate for the church planting position and for his own consideration of God’s calling.
2. Ongoing efforts to connect with potential prayer and financial partners for the work in Burlington.
NNEP:
Herb Shipman: Pray for strong prayer and financial support for Herb’s ministry among the dairy farmers in the second half of the year. Give thanks for the spiritual fruit that God has brought about through his labors.
Mike Viera: Pray for Mike as he continues to serve with the Army reserves in Afghanistan and for his wife and children at home.
Featured Church/Mission: Exeter Presbyterian Church, Exeter, New Hampshire (Pastor Steve Magee)
1. Pray for fruitful engagement in our communities and especially in our extended families.
2. Pray for perseverance in proclaiming from the Scriptures the message of Christ, the cross, and the resurrection.
3. Pray for growth in faith, hope, and love as a congregation.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Raymond, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the people of the growing town of Raymond and especially for the spiritual growth of the many young families in town.
2. Pray for the progress of the church in Raymond and the surrounding communities.
3. Pray that God would raise up men equipped to plant churches in the small towns of northern New England.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: Colby College (Waterville, Maine)
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of Colby College during their summer break.
2. Pray for the campus ministries at Colby, including Intervarsity Christian Fellowship and Campus Crusade for Christ. Pray for a strong evangelical witness among the student population there.
3. Pray for the encouragement of Christian students at the school and the evangelical churches in the community.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The committee as it evaluates a strong candidate for the church planting position and for his own consideration of God’s calling.
2. Ongoing efforts to connect with potential prayer and financial partners for the work in Burlington.
NNEP:
Herb Shipman: Pray for strong prayer and financial support for Herb’s ministry among the dairy farmers in the second half of the year. Give thanks for the spiritual fruit that God has brought about through his labors.
Mike Viera: Pray for Mike as he continues to serve with the Army reserves in Afghanistan and for his wife and children at home.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Prayer Update - June 2, 2010
For more information about our presbytery, please visit our website.
Featured Church/Mission: Church of the Redeemer, Manchester, New Hampshire (Pastor Jon Taylor)
1. We praise God for a successful semester of English as a Second Language and for the families impacted by this ministry.
2. Please pray for Pastor Jon Taylor as he takes some time away from the pulpit this summer for prayer, planning and family time.
3. Pray for our Summer Kids' Club in Sheriden-Emmett Park July 26 - 30, both for children who attended Pioneer Clubs to come as well as many new children from the neighborhood to hear the gospel.
4. Pray for wisdom for our session as we exercise discipline and attempt to lead CTR in worship, discipleship and mission.
5. Pray for several people at CTR who are seeking God (and being sought) and considering professing their faith.
6. Praise God for providing financially for us in a difficult economy.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Berlin, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the work of God’s Spirit in the north country of New Hampshire and especially in the town of Berlin.
2. Pray for good economic opportunities for the people of Berlin and the surrounding region.
3. Pray for the resources necessary for the planting of churches in the rural regions of northern New England.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: Bates College
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of Bates College as they take their break between academic years.
2. Pray for the Intervarsity Christian Fellowship group at Bates and for a strong evangelical witness among the student population there.
3. Pray for the encouragement of Christian students at the school.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The committee’s meeting next Wednesday (June 9), as we consider our next steps in the Burlington project and the overall church planting vision of the committee.
2. The committee’s contacts with and evaluations of new candidates for the lead positions in Burlington.
NNEP:
Herb Shipman: Pray for strong prayer and financial support for Herb’s ministry among the dairy farmers in the second half of the year. Give thanks for the spiritual fruit that God has brought about through his labors.
Mike Viera: Pray for Mike as he continues to serve with the Army reserves in Afghanistan and for his wife and children at home.
Featured Church/Mission: Church of the Redeemer, Manchester, New Hampshire (Pastor Jon Taylor)
1. We praise God for a successful semester of English as a Second Language and for the families impacted by this ministry.
2. Please pray for Pastor Jon Taylor as he takes some time away from the pulpit this summer for prayer, planning and family time.
3. Pray for our Summer Kids' Club in Sheriden-Emmett Park July 26 - 30, both for children who attended Pioneer Clubs to come as well as many new children from the neighborhood to hear the gospel.
4. Pray for wisdom for our session as we exercise discipline and attempt to lead CTR in worship, discipleship and mission.
5. Pray for several people at CTR who are seeking God (and being sought) and considering professing their faith.
6. Praise God for providing financially for us in a difficult economy.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Berlin, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the work of God’s Spirit in the north country of New Hampshire and especially in the town of Berlin.
2. Pray for good economic opportunities for the people of Berlin and the surrounding region.
3. Pray for the resources necessary for the planting of churches in the rural regions of northern New England.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: Bates College
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of Bates College as they take their break between academic years.
2. Pray for the Intervarsity Christian Fellowship group at Bates and for a strong evangelical witness among the student population there.
3. Pray for the encouragement of Christian students at the school.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The committee’s meeting next Wednesday (June 9), as we consider our next steps in the Burlington project and the overall church planting vision of the committee.
2. The committee’s contacts with and evaluations of new candidates for the lead positions in Burlington.
NNEP:
Herb Shipman: Pray for strong prayer and financial support for Herb’s ministry among the dairy farmers in the second half of the year. Give thanks for the spiritual fruit that God has brought about through his labors.
Mike Viera: Pray for Mike as he continues to serve with the Army reserves in Afghanistan and for his wife and children at home.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Prayer Update - May 20, 2010
For more information about our presbytery, please visit our website.
Featured Church/Mission: Faith Presbyterian Church, Lancaster, New Hampshire (Pastor Mike Kooy)
1. We praise God that Kent and Sandy Gordon (members of Faith Presbyterian Church) returned home safely from their six month missions trip to India working as Bible translators.
2. Pray for our Day Camp, June 21-24, at Shiloh. Pray that the Lord would bring us children and families who are lost and need to hear the Gospel message. Pray that the Holy Spirit would change hearts and lives through this day camp. Ask the Lord for protection and health for the campers and staff.
3. Pray that the Lord would help our members invite their families and friends to church. Ask the Lord to make us bold witnesses for Christ and that He would gather in His elect in our community.
4. Shiloh Retreat Ministries: pray that the Lord would fill their summer camp program and would continue to fill their calendar with retreats for the rest of 2010.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Montpelier, Vermont
1. Pray for the work of God’s Spirit among the people of Vermont’s capital city.
2. Pray for the leaders of the Vermont government including Governor Jim Douglas.
3. Pray for God’s blessing upon the church in northern Vermont.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: University of Maine, Orono, Maine
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff at the main campus of the University of Maine in the summer ahead and for the town of Orono.
2. Pray for the campus ministries at the University of Maine, including Campus Crusade for Christ, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, and the Maine Christian Association.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The committee as we resume our search for candidates for the two lead positions in the work. The lead church planting candidate has removed himself from consideration.
2. Pray for progress in sharing the vision with possible prayer and financial partners and for wisdom in how to move ahead in these areas.
NNEP:
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves and for his wife and three children.
Featured Church/Mission: Faith Presbyterian Church, Lancaster, New Hampshire (Pastor Mike Kooy)
1. We praise God that Kent and Sandy Gordon (members of Faith Presbyterian Church) returned home safely from their six month missions trip to India working as Bible translators.
2. Pray for our Day Camp, June 21-24, at Shiloh. Pray that the Lord would bring us children and families who are lost and need to hear the Gospel message. Pray that the Holy Spirit would change hearts and lives through this day camp. Ask the Lord for protection and health for the campers and staff.
3. Pray that the Lord would help our members invite their families and friends to church. Ask the Lord to make us bold witnesses for Christ and that He would gather in His elect in our community.
4. Shiloh Retreat Ministries: pray that the Lord would fill their summer camp program and would continue to fill their calendar with retreats for the rest of 2010.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Montpelier, Vermont
1. Pray for the work of God’s Spirit among the people of Vermont’s capital city.
2. Pray for the leaders of the Vermont government including Governor Jim Douglas.
3. Pray for God’s blessing upon the church in northern Vermont.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: University of Maine, Orono, Maine
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff at the main campus of the University of Maine in the summer ahead and for the town of Orono.
2. Pray for the campus ministries at the University of Maine, including Campus Crusade for Christ, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, and the Maine Christian Association.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The committee as we resume our search for candidates for the two lead positions in the work. The lead church planting candidate has removed himself from consideration.
2. Pray for progress in sharing the vision with possible prayer and financial partners and for wisdom in how to move ahead in these areas.
NNEP:
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves and for his wife and three children.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Prayer Update - May 5, 2010
For more information about our presbytery, please visit our website.
Featured Church/Mission: First Presbyterian Church, Concord, New Hampshire (Pastor Doug Domin)
1. Please pray for the young couples in our congregation as they learn how to live as followers of Christ.
2. Please pray for wisdom for the elders as they seek to disciple the new believers God has sent to us.
3. Please pray for Ted Ogley as he and his family make preparations for their move to NH and FPC.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: seacoast of southern Maine
1. Pray for the people of Saco, Biddeford, and Old Orchard Beach, located south of Portland on the Atlantic coast.
2. Pray for the reformation of the church in this region and for the raising up of those who would be involved in planting a PCA church in these communities.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: University of Southern Maine, Portland, Maine (main campus)
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of University of Southern Maine, part of Maine public university system, as they conclude the academic year.
2. Pray for the involvement of members of Christ the Redeemer Presbyterian (PCA) on campus and for the work of Campus Crusade for Christ and Intervarsity Christian Fellowship.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The visit of the lead candidate for the church planting position to Burlington tomorrow (5/6) and Friday (5/7). Pray for him and his wife as they consider God’s call upon them and for those who will be joining them for the visit.
2. Pray for wisdom in moving ahead in the search for a RUF candidate as the lead candidate appears likely to take another call.
3. Pray for progress in sharing the vision with possible prayer and financial partners and for wisdom in how to move ahead in these areas.
Other: Pray for the committee’s next meeting on May 19. Pray especially for wisdom as we consider potential ministry opportunities for a number of promising candidates.
NNEP:
Free Grace Presbyterian, Lewiston (Pastor Per Almquist): Give thanks for the beginning of morning worship for the mission church in Lewiston on May 2. Pray for good opportunities for follow-up with the number of visits who attended the service. Please contact linda.morris@freegrace.us if you would like more information or to be added to their regular prayer update email list.
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves and for his wife and three children.
Featured Church/Mission: First Presbyterian Church, Concord, New Hampshire (Pastor Doug Domin)
1. Please pray for the young couples in our congregation as they learn how to live as followers of Christ.
2. Please pray for wisdom for the elders as they seek to disciple the new believers God has sent to us.
3. Please pray for Ted Ogley as he and his family make preparations for their move to NH and FPC.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: seacoast of southern Maine
1. Pray for the people of Saco, Biddeford, and Old Orchard Beach, located south of Portland on the Atlantic coast.
2. Pray for the reformation of the church in this region and for the raising up of those who would be involved in planting a PCA church in these communities.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: University of Southern Maine, Portland, Maine (main campus)
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of University of Southern Maine, part of Maine public university system, as they conclude the academic year.
2. Pray for the involvement of members of Christ the Redeemer Presbyterian (PCA) on campus and for the work of Campus Crusade for Christ and Intervarsity Christian Fellowship.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The visit of the lead candidate for the church planting position to Burlington tomorrow (5/6) and Friday (5/7). Pray for him and his wife as they consider God’s call upon them and for those who will be joining them for the visit.
2. Pray for wisdom in moving ahead in the search for a RUF candidate as the lead candidate appears likely to take another call.
3. Pray for progress in sharing the vision with possible prayer and financial partners and for wisdom in how to move ahead in these areas.
Other: Pray for the committee’s next meeting on May 19. Pray especially for wisdom as we consider potential ministry opportunities for a number of promising candidates.
NNEP:
Free Grace Presbyterian, Lewiston (Pastor Per Almquist): Give thanks for the beginning of morning worship for the mission church in Lewiston on May 2. Pray for good opportunities for follow-up with the number of visits who attended the service. Please contact linda.morris@freegrace.us if you would like more information or to be added to their regular prayer update email list.
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves and for his wife and three children.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Prayer Update - April 21, 2010
For more information about our presbytery, please visit our website.
Featured Church/Mission: Grace Presbyterian Church, Laconia, New Hampshire (Pastor Andy Wilson)
1. Election of New Officers: Pray for the men who have been nominated to the offices of ruling elder and deacon as they complete their training and are examined by the Session. Pray for the Session and congregation as we move forward in the election process.
2. Covenant Children: Pray for the children who are going through the communicants class, that they would all make a mature and credible profession of a living faith in Christ.
3. Potential Members: Pray for several individuals who have recently started attending worship with us as they are invited to participate in an "Introduction to the Church" class.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Lakes Region, Maine
1. Pray for the people of the thirteen towns that make up the lakes region of central Maine, including Casco, Bridgton, Naples, and Raymond. Pray for good economic opportunities for the many involved in tourism-based industries.
2. Pray for the further establishment of the church in this region.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: Plymouth State University, Plymouth, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of Plymouth State University, part of the University System of New Hampshire.
2. Pray for the ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ to the students there.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The visits of the leading candidates for the churching planting and RUF positions to Burlington on May 6 & 7. Pray for a clear sense of call for both men and their wives and for the others from our presbytery who will be part of the meeting.
2. Wisdom in considering the possibility of expanding the team of men for Burlington to include a church planting apprentice who would be preparing for further church planting in Vermont.
3. The visit of Jeremy Smith of First Presbyterian, Jackson (MS), from May 1-3, to attend the first Sunday morning worship service of Free Grace Presbyterian (see below) and strengthen ties between his church and our presbytery.
4. The committee’s next regular meeting on 4/28 as we consider the next steps in prayer and financial support-raising.
NNEP:
Free Grace Presbyterian, Lewiston (Pastor Per Almquist): Pray for all those involved with Free Grace as they prepare for their first Sunday morning worship service on May 2. Pray for the preparations of their meeting space and the worship service itself.
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves and for his wife and three children.
Featured Church/Mission: Grace Presbyterian Church, Laconia, New Hampshire (Pastor Andy Wilson)
1. Election of New Officers: Pray for the men who have been nominated to the offices of ruling elder and deacon as they complete their training and are examined by the Session. Pray for the Session and congregation as we move forward in the election process.
2. Covenant Children: Pray for the children who are going through the communicants class, that they would all make a mature and credible profession of a living faith in Christ.
3. Potential Members: Pray for several individuals who have recently started attending worship with us as they are invited to participate in an "Introduction to the Church" class.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Lakes Region, Maine
1. Pray for the people of the thirteen towns that make up the lakes region of central Maine, including Casco, Bridgton, Naples, and Raymond. Pray for good economic opportunities for the many involved in tourism-based industries.
2. Pray for the further establishment of the church in this region.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: Plymouth State University, Plymouth, New Hampshire
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of Plymouth State University, part of the University System of New Hampshire.
2. Pray for the ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ to the students there.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. The visits of the leading candidates for the churching planting and RUF positions to Burlington on May 6 & 7. Pray for a clear sense of call for both men and their wives and for the others from our presbytery who will be part of the meeting.
2. Wisdom in considering the possibility of expanding the team of men for Burlington to include a church planting apprentice who would be preparing for further church planting in Vermont.
3. The visit of Jeremy Smith of First Presbyterian, Jackson (MS), from May 1-3, to attend the first Sunday morning worship service of Free Grace Presbyterian (see below) and strengthen ties between his church and our presbytery.
4. The committee’s next regular meeting on 4/28 as we consider the next steps in prayer and financial support-raising.
NNEP:
Free Grace Presbyterian, Lewiston (Pastor Per Almquist): Pray for all those involved with Free Grace as they prepare for their first Sunday morning worship service on May 2. Pray for the preparations of their meeting space and the worship service itself.
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves and for his wife and three children.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Prayer Update - April 7, 2010
For more information about our presbytery, please visit our website.
Featured Church/Mission: Christ Presbyterian Church, Nashua, New Hampshire (Pastor Jason Wakefield)
1. Pray for the progress of the church as a particular church again and especially for new RE Matt Oquist.
2. Pray for the funding of the ministry in the midst of a shortfall in outside support.
3. Pray for us as we look for a new facility. We need to find a place that will further our ministry.
4. Pray for new people to come and join the congregation.
5. Pray that we would continue to develop a global and local missions emphasis.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Augusta, Maine
1. Pray for the people of Augusta, including those serving in government positions in the state’s capital.
2. Pray for a strong evangelical witness among the existing churches in Augusta and the surrounding towns.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: University of Maine-Augusta, Augusta, Maine
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of the Augusta campus of the University of Maine.
2. Pray for good job opportunities for the graduates of the career-oriented programs at UM-Augusta.
3. Pray for the ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ to the students there.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. A second interview of a strong candidate for the church planter position coming up on 4/14. Pray for God’s direction on all sides as we consider whether this is the man who is being called to lead this work.
2. Continued progress in working with a strong candidate for the RUF position.
3. Wisdom in considering the possibility of expanding the team of men for Burlington to include a church planting apprentice who would be preparing for further church planting in Vermont.
4. Opportunities for committee members to connect with others who may be interested in this work as they attend conferences and permanent committee meetings this week.
5. The committee’s next regular meeting on 4/28 as we consider the next steps in prayer and financial support-raising.
6. Presentations scheduled for 4/11 in Exeter and 4/25 in Nashua.
NNEP:
Quarterly meeting: Pray for the elders of the presbytery as they gather to meet in Lancaster on April 17. Pray for safety in travel and God’s blessing upon the worship service and meeting.
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont. Give thanks for the recent newcomers to his Bible study and the evident work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of those attending.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves. Pray for his wife, Andrea, and three children as they deal with this time away from Mike (living in Vermont and attending Trinity Presbyterian until May).
Featured Church/Mission: Christ Presbyterian Church, Nashua, New Hampshire (Pastor Jason Wakefield)
1. Pray for the progress of the church as a particular church again and especially for new RE Matt Oquist.
2. Pray for the funding of the ministry in the midst of a shortfall in outside support.
3. Pray for us as we look for a new facility. We need to find a place that will further our ministry.
4. Pray for new people to come and join the congregation.
5. Pray that we would continue to develop a global and local missions emphasis.
Featured Potential Church Planting Site: Augusta, Maine
1. Pray for the people of Augusta, including those serving in government positions in the state’s capital.
2. Pray for a strong evangelical witness among the existing churches in Augusta and the surrounding towns.
Featured Potential College Ministry Site: University of Maine-Augusta, Augusta, Maine
1. Pray for the students, faculty, and staff of the Augusta campus of the University of Maine.
2. Pray for good job opportunities for the graduates of the career-oriented programs at UM-Augusta.
3. Pray for the ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ to the students there.
MNA Committee work:
Burlington: Continue to pray for the committee’s work toward preparing for a joint church planting/RUF work in Burlington, VT. Pray in particular for:
1. A second interview of a strong candidate for the church planter position coming up on 4/14. Pray for God’s direction on all sides as we consider whether this is the man who is being called to lead this work.
2. Continued progress in working with a strong candidate for the RUF position.
3. Wisdom in considering the possibility of expanding the team of men for Burlington to include a church planting apprentice who would be preparing for further church planting in Vermont.
4. Opportunities for committee members to connect with others who may be interested in this work as they attend conferences and permanent committee meetings this week.
5. The committee’s next regular meeting on 4/28 as we consider the next steps in prayer and financial support-raising.
6. Presentations scheduled for 4/11 in Exeter and 4/25 in Nashua.
NNEP:
Quarterly meeting: Pray for the elders of the presbytery as they gather to meet in Lancaster on April 17. Pray for safety in travel and God’s blessing upon the worship service and meeting.
Herb Shipman: Continue to pray for adequate support to be forthcoming to support Pastor Shipman in his work as an evangelist to the dairy farming community of northern Vermont. Give thanks for the recent newcomers to his Bible study and the evident work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of those attending.
Mike Viera: Continue to pray for Mike, a candidate under care in the presbytery, during his year-long deployment to Afghanistan as a member of the Army reserves. Pray for his wife, Andrea, and three children as they deal with this time away from Mike (living in Vermont and attending Trinity Presbyterian until May).
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