Pray for MUEVE (IFES Venezuela) and give thanks for the way God used a simple invitation from one classmate, Nattanaelys, to another, Josué which eventually lead to Josué coming to know Jesus.
Pray also for a swift and peaceful resolution to the political conflict in Venezuela.
Pray for the students at UTAS Launceston and University Fellowship of Christians to be disciplined as exams approaches and major assignments are due; that they will remember to rely on God to overcome any hurdles in studies and life.
Pray for Uni Bible Study at Charles Sturt University, Albury-Wodonga and praise God for a new sister in Christ! A UBS student read Uncover John with her, and she has decided to follow Jesus. Pray that she will continue to learn more about Jesus and how to live her life as a follower of Him.
Pray that in line with the AFES Mission statement we will together present students on our campuses mature in Jesus (by God’s strength).
Pray for the Sydney University Evangelical Union as members continue to read the Bible with people they have met during their mission weeks earlier in the semester. Pray that God might bear much fruit through these relationships.
AFES Evangelism || “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart’, Jesus said, ‘I have overcome the world.’” John 16:33 | Praise God for Christ’s triumph over this evil world. Pray that we would have patience to reflect Jesus as we suffer in this world, and be bold to speak of Jesus no matter what the consequences.
Pray for the Murdoch Christians United at Murdoch University, WA End of Semester dinner and AGM on 4 November; that they would end the semester well and set a good foundation for the next year.
Praise God for the recent debate Monash University, Clayton’s Christian Union with the Monash Philosophy Society and for the packed-out attendance! Please pray for further discussion and that God would work in the hearts of the students who attended that he may draw them to himself.
Pray for Campus Bible Study at University of NSW and for heightened mission as it continues on campus especially following Flex-week; that many Bible triplets or couples reading with non-believers will continue and be fruitful.
Pray for the Christians at University at Australian Catholic University, Melbourne as they wrap up the semester with assignments, placements and exams.
Please pray for Credo at the University of Technology Sydney as students head into the summer break; that it would be a restful time, but also a time to grow in their love of Jesus and increasingly a time to share this with others off campus.
Praise God for Christian Union, Macquarie University, Sydney’s Jazz and Jesus Event where there was a great turnout of new people coming along to hang out and hear God’s word and a testimony.
AFES FOCUS || Pray for those organising and attending the FOCUS tracks at NTE2024 in the Regions.
Pray for CEF (IFES Taiwan) staff preparing the National Bible Camp in January, with its focus on teaching students how to inductively engage with Scripture through studies in the book of Acts: for a smooth launch to the website and registration system and that most importantly, students will learn how to read the Bible for themselves and come to know God better.
AFES Evangelism || “This is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ who [God] sent.” John 17:3 | Pray that millions will come to know Jesus and find eternal life this year.
Pray for the special breakfast event run by the University Fellowship of Christians at the University of Tasmania, Hobart on 12 November; that the event would be well-attended and that guest speaker Stephen Driscoll would provoke thoughts and questions on the topic of AI in life and ministry.
Praise God for the people He is bringing to UBS CSU Albury-Wodonga: there have been 8 people attending the group for the past few weeks!
Pray that AFES will double our reach in calling people to turn back to Jesus in repentance and faith by 2025.
Please pray for Campus Bible Ministries students at Western Sydney University, Penrith as they prepare for their final examinations; that they will prioritise their faith and study well, knowing that their lives are ultimately secure under Christ.
Pray that Melbourne University Christian Union students will grow in their desire to see their campus and city and everyone in it transformed by the gospel, first becoming more deeply rooted in God’s love themselves.
Pray for CU and FOCUS Monash Uni Clayton students as NTE2024 In the Regions – Victoria approaches; that many would attend and be encouraged and equipped in their faith to go out and make disciple-making disciples of Christ.
Pray that God will provide energy for CBS at UNSW students and staff during the last few weeks of term so that they will keep loving and serving others as they seek to see the gospel of Jesus proclaimed around campus.
Please pray for the ACU Christians at Uni as we aim to recruit more members to attend and show a true interest in NTE.
Pray that in line with AFES’ second value, we will constantly shape all our methods, our ministries, and our mission by the Scriptures.
AFES Evangelism || “As you sent me, so I have sent them… for their sake I consecrate myself, that they also may be sanctified in truth. I don’t ask just for these, but also for those who will believe through their word.” John 17:19-20 | Praise God for sending Jesus with his word, who sent his disciples with his word, who sent us with his word.
Pray for the EU Sydney Uni as students prepare for their summer mission trips around NSW in early December; that God might grant them humility to learn from their experiences and an eagerness to proclaim the gospel boldly at each mission location.
Pray that CU Mac Uni would be growing their presence on campus with more regular stalls. Pray for creativity in thinking about ways that they can reach people and pray CU will continue to have a good relationship with the uni. Pray that God will be working through their activities and that conversations would be fruitful and glorifying to God.
Please pray that recent converts who have joined GCS Griffith Uni Brisbane group would not lose sight of Jesus but steadily grow in their love for Him and their faith in his word. Thank God for his kindness in bringing them to GCS, and pray that we might continue praying earnestly for more students to come to faith in God’s glorious son.
Pray for MCU Murdoch Uni WA students as they prepare for NTE2024 In the Regions – WA starting on 23 November as well as Mission afterwards, that they would be equipped and trained so that they can serve well.
Pray for PSFC (IFES Fiji) and give thanks for the their recent annual conference – the first for five years due to COVID – where students gathered to study the Book of Jonah under the theme of ‘God’s Global Grace’. Pray that they will each discern how to live out God’s call to be ambassadors of mercy and grace.
Pray for Melbourne Uni CU as they head to the NTE2024 In the Regions – Victoria from 24-28 November; that they would be built up in God’s word and encouraged in faith.
AFES Evangelism || “The High Priest questioned Jesus about his teaching. Jesus answered, ‘I’ve spoken openly to the world… I’ve not spoken in secret. Why do you ask me? Ask those who have heard what I said to them; they know what I said.” John 18:18-21 | Pray thousands will ask us who’ve heard what Jesus taught and said that they might meet Jesus too.
Pray for Pray for LIVF (IFES Lebanon) and all in the Middle East where war is ongoing, universities closed, many people fleeing, losing homes and lands. The attacks have disrupted the lives of all, without distinction. Thousands have been killed, tens of thousands injured, and over a million displaced. Lives and livelihoods have been destroyed. Pray for Christian students and staff to show love and hospitality to their neighbours, regardless of their background and for the cessation of war in Gaza, Israel, and Lebanon – and all across the Middle East.
Please pray for Credo UTS CoMission at Merrylands East Presbyterian Church from 28 November – 1 December: for boldness in love as they share the gospel with the multicultural community there, and for mutual encouragement in the church during their time serving.
Pray that AFES will double our numbers offering themselves for Missionary Service by 2025.
Please pray for CBM WSU Penrith as they run their end-of-year dinner on 29 of November. Pray that the evening will be an enjoyable and encouraging one, particularly for our graduating members as they say farewell.
AFES FOCUS || Pray for FOCUS to help prepare international students for returning home.