The Importance of a Commitment to Excellence, for the Glory of God
Every aspect of the work, no matter how big or small, has significance. This includes the training we conduct, the materials we produce, the facilities we use and the way we present ourselves. In every area we must strive for excellence to the glory of God!
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1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”
Praying for overseas ministry: Focus on Europe
Regional Director: Iulian and Anca Mangalagiu; Eastern Area Director: Igor and Victoria Dragunov; Northwest Area Director: Stephen and Grace Chambers; South Central Area Director: Darko Adamek
Pray for: for directors to lead well, for open doors to schools and villages, for the Lord’s guidance, six sensitive countries and challenges faced in these areas
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James 5:16 “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.”
Praying for US ministry: Focus on State Directors
Nebraska-Jonathan Musgrave, Nevada-Jennifer Arthur, New Hampshire-Jessica Spooner, New Jersey-Steve Devlin, New Mexico-Dee White, New York-Mary Hooker and Betsy Maddox, North Carolina-Bob Fowler, North Dakota-Doug Sikkink
Pray for: financial support necessary for each director to continue with CEF; for additional workers for each chapter, as needed; open doors in schools and churches/the ability to freely share the Gospel; a healthy balance between ministry and personal time
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Matthew 23:11-12 “But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.”
Praying for International Headquarters: Focus on Headquarters Staff, Production, and Education Department
Pray for: For the shared goal of reaching one million children, for His glory; for the production of curriculum for GNC as well as party clubs and summer ministry kits; summer CMI online courses and the students committing to training
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Philippians 4:6 “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
Praying for the State Office: Focus on Financial Support
Pray for needed support and fundraisers to continue to finance the ongoing needs of the chapters and the state offices
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1 Corinthians 15:57-58 “But thanks be to God, which gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.”
Praying for a chapter: Focus on CYIA team members around the state of WV
Eastern Panhandle, Huntington, Kanawha, Little Kanawha, New River Area, North Central
Pray for volunteers and staff leading training for summer ministry; for the funds needed to cover curriculum kits as well as team expenses (gas, food, lodging); for churches, individuals, and daycares willing to be hosts for summer ministry events; for training details as well as the passion and commitment of the summer team members
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Matthew 28:19-20 “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.”
Praying for the New River Chapter: Focus on relationship with Grace Baptist Church
Praying for: unity and a shared vision as we partner with Grace Baptist to share the space we have been given in order to reach the community with the Gospel; opportunities to partner with Grace Baptist in ministry; the leadership of Grace Baptist and Pastor Daniel
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