Watchman Wire

Pray →God of Deliverance, we lift up Seminarian Kelvin Ochai, taken from the Bishop’s residence in Benue State, Nigeria. In this time of uncertainty and fear, we ask You to be his fortress and deliverer. You are the One who breaks the chains and sets captives free — move swiftly to secure his release and bring him safely back to those who love him. Strengthen the hearts of the Diocese of Otukpo, and let their cries rise to You as incense. May the peace that surpasses all understanding guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Reveal Jesus to those responsible for this abduction, that they might turn from darkness to light. For Your name’s sake, uphold the church in Nigeria with courage and faith, trusting in Your steadfast love. Amen.

Pray →God of Resurrection and New Beginnings, we lift up Mozambique in the wake of Bishop Osório Citora Afonso's martyrdom. You have promised that unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. Let his blood become the seed of a renewed and vibrant Church in Quelimane. Strengthen the believers of Mozambique to stand firm in faith and love, even amid mourning. Reveal Jesus to those who have taken up arms, and let His peace disarm their hearts. Transform the pain of this loss into a testimony of grace that draws many to Your light. In these days of sorrow, let the Church rise as a beacon of hope, and may Your Spirit work mightily in Mozambique for the glory of Your name. Amen.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift up the Zion Church in China, where Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and others remain in custody following a government crackdown. In this time of trial, sustain those unjustly detained and their families, and let Your Spirit bring freedom where there is oppression. Where Your Spirit is, there is freedom—manifest this truth in mighty ways among Your people. Reveal Jesus to the authorities and officials who resist Your name, turning their hearts toward the light of Your truth. Strengthen the believers of Zion Church to stand firm in love and truth, and let their testimony shine brightly in a land of many challenges. For Your name's sake, let justice roll down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream. In the name of Jesus, our hope and deliverer, Amen.

Pray →God of all comfort, we lift up Odisha where division and hostility toward Your Church are being celebrated. You see the tensions and hear the cries of Your people, and You do not sleep. Establish Your peace in this land, and let Your presence be a refuge for believers who face mounting pressure. Reveal Jesus to those who seek to silence Your name, and let His love transform hearts hardened against the Gospel. Strengthen the Church in Odisha to stand firm in truth and grace, bearing witness to a kingdom that is unshakable. Let the light of Christ shine in the darkest places, drawing many to the hope found in Him alone. For the honor of Your name, we pray. Amen.

Pray →God of Justice and Compassion, we lift up the community of Mangina in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, reeling from the attacks by the Allied Democratic Forces. You see the anguish of families torn apart and the blood of those who have died crying from the ground. Strengthen the believers in Mangina, that they may be steadfast in faith and hope. Comfort those who mourn, and let Your peace surpass their understanding. Disarm the hands of those who bring violence, and reveal Jesus to the militants and officials alike. May Your light shine in the darkness, and let Your justice roll down like waters, bringing healing to this land. For the sake of Your holy name and the healing of their land, we ask in Jesus' name. Amen.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we bring before You the grieving hearts in South Wollo, Amhara Region, as they mourn the loss of their beloved community members in the Arsema Monastery. You are near to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit — be their refuge and strength in this dark hour, a very present help in trouble. Grant them the grace to forgive those who have caused this harm, for You have called us to bless those who persecute us, and to overcome evil with good. Let the light of Your love shine through their pain, so that even those who have struck against them might encounter the kindness of Christ. Reveal Jesus as the true peace in Ethiopia, and strengthen the church there to be a beacon of hope and reconciliation. All honor and glory be Yours, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →God of Justice and Comfort, we lift up the Early Rain Covenant Church and all unregistered congregations in Chengdu facing renewed raids and surveillance. You know the plans You have for Your people, plans to give them hope and a future, even in the face of oppression. Grant courage and steadfastness to these believers, that they may not be shaken by intimidation but stand firm in Your truth. Reveal Jesus to the officials carrying out these orders, and turn their hearts toward mercy and understanding. Let the light of the Gospel shine brighter in the darkness, spreading hope and truth across Sichuan Province. Establish Your Church in China for the glory of Your name, that many may come to know the One who is the way, the truth, and the life. We ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Pray →Faithful Shepherd, we lift up the pastor of Beijing Zion Church and his family, standing under pressure and facing manipulation by authorities. In Your mercy, sustain him as he bears the weight of this trial, and let integrity strengthen his heart as a shield. You have promised that the darkness will not overcome the light — shine Your truth through the shadows cast upon him and his children. Reveal Jesus to those who have sought to coerce and intimidate, and let the light of Your Gospel shine into the corridors of power in Beijing. Guard the believers of Zion Church with Your peace, and let their witness remain steadfast in the face of such trials. We trust in Your steadfast love and ask this through Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Good Shepherd, we lift to You the testimony of Andrew Brunson, who endured two years of silence and imprisonment in Turkey. Even in the valley of deep darkness, You were with him, though unseen, guiding his steps and guarding his soul. Establish Your peace in his heart and strengthen his faith, that he may continue to walk in Your paths of righteousness. Reveal Jesus to those in Turkey who are far from You, including those who held him captive. Let Andrew's testimony shine as a light, drawing the lost toward Your truth. Sustain the believers in Turkey, and let Your rod and staff comfort them in their trials. For the glory of Your name, we trust in Your unfailing goodness. Amen.

Pray →Faithful Shepherd, we lift up the pastor and his family abducted in South Kordofan, trusting in Your watchful care even in the darkest valleys. You are the One who leads Your people beside still waters and restores their souls. Guard and protect them, sustaining their faith and hope amidst fear and uncertainty. Reveal Jesus to their captors, softening hearts that are hardened by rebellion and strife. Strengthen the church in Sudan, that they may stand firm in the face of persecution, knowing that You are their stronghold and deliverer. May Your kingdom break through in this land, bringing justice and peace to replace division and conflict. For the sake of Your great name, we ask it. Amen.

Pray →God of the Brokenhearted, we lift up the communities of Northeast Nigeria, where violence and abductions have left deep wounds. You see the pain of the families who have lost daughters to extremism and know the trauma that lingers in their hearts. Bind up the broken hearts and bring comfort to those who mourn, as You are near to the crushed in spirit. Strengthen Gloria Puldu and others who advocate for the forgotten girls, that their voices may shine light in the darkness. Reveal Jesus to the captors and those who perpetuate violence, transforming hearts and bringing peace where despair has reigned. Let Your justice roll down like waters, renewing hope and restoring joy to these communities. For the sake of Your glory and in the name of Jesus, Amen.

Pray →God our Healer, we lift up the people of Gaza, where a Christian-run hospital has been struck and fear stalls aid. You are near to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit — draw close to the staff and patients overwhelmed by shock and distress. In Your mercy, establish peace where violence seeks to reign, and open a way for emergency responders to reach those in need. Reveal Jesus to the communities of Gaza as the true Healer and Hope amidst chaos and destruction. Protect the believers laboring in this region, and let Your peace guard their hearts and minds. You alone are their refuge and strength, and Your faithfulness reaches to the skies. We entrust this situation to You, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Eternal Refuge, we lift up Leah Sharibu and the missing Christian women and girls of Nigeria, who stand firm in faith amidst captivity. You are our light and salvation, and because of You, they need not fear. Shine Your light in the darkness of their captivity, and let them see Your goodness even in the land of the living. Strengthen their families with hope, and protect those who risk their lives to advocate for their freedom. Reveal Jesus to their captors and turn hearts of stone to hearts of flesh, that Your name may be glorified in Nigeria. To You, whose plans are unshakable and whose love endures forever, we entrust Leah and all who are missing. In the name of Jesus, our Deliverer, Amen.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we bring before You the memory of Fr. Crépin Martial Monga and the people of Zémio in the Central African Republic. You have promised that those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy — let this promise sustain his congregation and all who mourn his loss. Establish Your peace in this conflict-torn region, and let the seeds of faith that Fr. Monga planted bear fruit in abundance. Strengthen the church in CAR as a beacon of hope and reconciliation, and reveal Jesus to those who perpetrate violence, that they might turn from darkness to light. May the witness of Fr. Monga’s life and death serve to draw many into the embrace of Your love. We ask this in the name of Jesus, our Prince of Peace. Amen.