After the sudden death of her husband, Sister T carried out his vision to open an orphanage in 1998 and then a discipleship training center in 2012. Today over 200 children have been cared for at the Children’s Home. More than 20 of them went on to graduate from seminaries and now serve in Myanmar and Yunnan, China. Working with a few local churches, she has started mission work, pastoring and hosting children ministries in upper Myanmar. Sister T is supported by her children, their spouses, and a team of volunteers. Over the decades, she has experienced God’s unwavering grace that meets her various needs and sustains her ministries.
How could we pray?
1. Pray for the health of Sister T and her family. 2. Pray that seminary graduates will serve God wholeheartedly. 3. Pray for the safety and protection of the children and teachers from an outside force.
“When my children were young, my whole day was spent taking care of them. I would feed them, clothe them and have them play with other little ones in our apartment complex. My days were very busy, but sweet. I also somehow found time to squeeze in my prayers to Allah, five times a day. As the saying goes, ‘The days are long but the years are short.’ Now my children are in school most of the day. After getting them ready and dropping them off for school, I get to spend my “school hours” during the weekdays visiting friends and family, taking a walk in the park, and praying to Allah without interruption. On the weekends, the kids are involved in extracurricular classes like badminton and piano. The weekends are busy, but the days are sweet as I watch my children enjoy playing with friends.”
How could we pray?
Pray that Hui moms will develop friendships with Christians who will serve them.
S & J operate a travel agency that provides services to many foreign travelers in Myanmar. With the recent pandemic and coup, their business has been negatively affected. They are witnessing the current tense situations in the country where lives are under the threat of Covid-19, flooding, and the junta. They are organizing relief work to provide medicine, oxygen, food, and supplies to those who support local pastors and missionaries.
How could we pray?
1. Pray for safety for S&J, and their efforts of providing supplies to the needy. 2. Pray for their ministry work with the youth, who are sacrificing their lives to defend the weak and needy. 3. Pray for additional resources and funding to assist their work. 4. Pray that all satanic forces would come to an end.
Pyin Oo Lwin was founded by the British in 1896 as Maymyo. It was designed as a place to escape the Mandalay heat and later served as the summer capital for the British colonial administration until Myanmar’s independence in 1948. There are numerous colonial mansions and Christian churches remaining today, as well as beautiful gardens. Today Pyin Oo Lwin is a popular weekend and hot-season getaway. Its international flair also attracts many foreign travelers. In addition, there is a military academy and base there. The city’s population is estimated at 250,000, a diverse mix of Indian, Eurasian, Chinese, Chin, Kachin, Karen, Shan and Burmese.
How could we pray?
1. Pray for the military base in the city will have restraint and allow freedom in the city. 2. Pray for the awakening of the Spirit to draw those seeking peace close to God. 3. Pray for Christians to be bold to proclaim Jesus to their friends and neighbors.
Pyin Oo Lwin was founded by the British in 1896 as Maymyo. It was designed as a place to escape the Mandalay heat and later served as the summer capital for the British colonial administration until Myanmar’s independence in 1948. There are numerous colonial mansions and Christian churches remaining today, as well as beautiful gardens. Today Pyin Oo Lwin is a popular weekend and hot-season getaway. Its international flair also attracts many foreign travelers. In addition, there is a military academy and base there. The city’s population is estimated at 250,000, a diverse mix of Indian, Eurasian, Chinese, Chin, Kachin, Karen, Shan and Burmese.
How could we pray?
1. Pray for the military base in the city will have restraint and allow freedom in the city. 2. Pray for the awakening of the Spirit to draw those seeking peace close to God. 3. Pray for Christians to be bold to proclaim Jesus to their friends and neighbors.
B&E and Sister M are a team who have followed God’s calling to reach the Hui in Myanmar for Jesus. B&E were workers who were reaching the Hui in China. However, they have changed their focus to the Hui in Myanmar. Currently, this team is in Southwest China to acquire the Hui language and culture. Afterwards, they hope to start ministering to the Hui in Myanmar by God’s leading.
How could we pray?
Pray that B&E and Sister M can learn the Hui language and culture quickly. Pray that they would find connections within the Hui community to reach out to the ones in Myanmar.
B&E and Sister M are a team who have followed God’s calling to reach the Hui in Myanmar for Jesus. B&E were workers who were reaching the Hui in China. However, they have changed their focus to the Hui in Myanmar. Currently, this team is in Southwest China to acquire the Hui language and culture. Afterwards, they hope to start ministering to the Hui in Myanmar by God’s leading.
How could we pray?
Pray that B&E and Sister M can learn the Hui language and culture quickly. Pray that they would find connections within the Hui community to reach out to the ones in Myanmar.
Brother W, a reformed gangster-turned-evangelist, and his wife are now making their home as a place of worship in their neighborhood. God has miraculously transformed his life. He has been effective in bringing his neighbors that normally would not step into a church building.
How could we pray?
Pray that Brother W and his family can continue to touch the lives of others through his testimonies.
Brother W, a reformed gangster-turned-evangelist, and his wife are now making their home as a place of worship in their neighborhood. God has miraculously transformed his life. He has been effective in bringing his neighbors that normally would not step into a church building.
How could we pray?
Pray that Brother W and his family can continue to touch the lives of others through his testimonies.
The Chinese Mosque in Mandalay is considered a central meeting area for Hui in Myanmar. Annually, many Hui people come from all over the country to attend worship. In early 2019, there was a 150th-year celebration that brought thousands of Hui people to the mosque for a joyful celebration with food and fellowship.
How could we pray?
Pray that many will turn their hearts to Jesus for forgiveness and worship the one true God, the Creator of the universe.
Rev. A of Cru is reaching out to other religious groups in Yangon and all over Myanmar (Buddhist, Muslim, etc.) to promote mutual understanding and dialogue. Also through his involvement in social services, he is building a better relationship with the government and communities, so that Cru can reach out to more people.
How could we pray?
Pray that Cru will be the salt and light in the communities where they serve. May God lead people to Jesus Christ through contact with Cru.
華語
學園傳道會和 A 牧師
學園傳道會的 A 牧師正在與仰光和緬甸各地的其他宗教團體(佛 教、伊斯蘭教等等)接觸，以促進相互理解和對話。此外，通過參與社會服務，他正在與政府和社區建立更好的關係，以便學園傳道會可以接觸到更多的人。
Rev. A of Cru is reaching out to other religious groups in Yangon and all over Myanmar (Buddhist, Muslim, etc.) to promote mutual understanding and dialogue. Also through his involvement in social services, he is building a better relationship with the government and communities, so that Cru can reach out to more people.
How could we pray?
Pray that Cru will be the salt and light in the communities where they serve. May God lead people to Jesus Christ through contact with Cru.
華語
學園傳道會和 A 牧師
學園傳道會的 A 牧師正在與仰光和緬甸各地的其他宗教團體(佛 教、伊斯蘭教等等)接觸，以促進相互理解和對話。此外，通過參與社會服務，他正在與政府和社區建立更好的關係，以便學園傳道會可以接觸到更多的人。
“I divorced my husband several years ago. I do not need a man in my life to take care of me. I am perfectly capable of taking care of myself. In Islam, you’re not supposed to get divorced, but some people, like me, still do it. I am looked down upon in the community and am seen as a bad person. I don’t care though. I like the freedom I have given myself by divorcing my husband. I work hard and am proud of the way that I am able to take care of myself.”
How could we pray?
Pray for those who are shunned or shamed by the Hui community because of their decisions or lifestyle. Pray they will have an experience like the Samaritan woman at the well.
“Spring is here, and I am finishing the planting of all my crops. The work gets harder every year, and I am not able to work as hard as when I was younger. Most of what we grow just supports our family throughout the year. My son and daughter-in-law are off in the city trying to make enough money to support all of us. My wife and I watch our grandson each day. He is three now and very active. We have a hard time keeping up with him. Ramadan comes this year during the growing season. I am going to try and work the fields and fast every day. It will be hard. I am getting old, and I need as many good works as possible to get to heaven.”
How could we pray?
1. Pray for families that are separated as children go off to the city to find jobs.
2. Pray they will experience God’s blessing in the city and bring it back to their families and villages.
“Spring is here, and I am finishing the planting of all my crops. The work gets harder every year, and I am not able to work as hard as when I was younger. Most of what we grow just supports our family throughout the year. My son and daughter-in-law are off in the city trying to make enough money to support all of us. My wife and I watch our grandson each day. He is three now and very active. We have a hard time keeping up with him. Ramadan comes this year during the growing season. I am going to try and work the fields and fast every day. It will be hard. I am getting old, and I need as many good works as possible to get to heaven.”
How could we pray?
1. Pray for families that are separated as children go off to the city to find jobs.
2. Pray they will experience God’s blessing in the city and bring it back to their families and villages.
In Mandalay, there is a Chinese Books Distribution Office, that coordinates the effort of distributing Chinese Christian bibles and books. They are operated by several believers that are passionate about distributing Christian literature throughout the country.
How could we pray?
Pray that there will be a channel of distribution of bibles and Christian books to the Hui in Myanmar.
In Mandalay, there is a Chinese Books Distribution Office, that coordinates the effort of distributing Chinese Christian bibles and books. They are operated by several believers that are passionate about distributing Christian literature throughout the country.
How could we pray?
Pray that there will be a channel of distribution of bibles and Christian books to the Hui in Myanmar.
Our MET1 visited a noodle shop and later a jewelry store, owned and operated by Hui people. The parents of these families work hard to send their children for higher education overseas in Asian countries.
How could we pray?
Pray that these adult children will have opportunities to encounter the gospel while overseas and then bring in the good news to their families.
Our MET1 visited a noodle shop and later a jewelry store, owned and operated by Hui people. The parents of these families work hard to send their children for higher education overseas in Asian countries.
How could we pray?
Pray that these adult children will have opportunities to encounter the gospel while overseas and then bring in the good news to their families.
Pastor L, a young Chinese pastor, operates a Chinese school, with approx. 30-50 students, in Mandalay. Pr. L has a passion for Chinese people to know Christ. The school can potentially serve as a channel to bring in students and parents to a house of worship.
How could we pray?
Pray that Pastor L will begin to focus on bringing in Hui students for the same purpose.
Pastor L, a young Chinese pastor, operates a Chinese school, with approx. 30-50 students, in Mandalay. Pr. L has a passion for Chinese people to know Christ. The school can potentially serve as a channel to bring in students and parents to a house of worship.
How could we pray?
Pray that Pastor L will begin to focus on bringing in Hui students for the same purpose.
GGCC has had a “missional church” theme for many years. In order for the adoption of the Hui in Myanmar to be successful at GGCC, members will need to understand and feel God’s burden for the nations, particularly for the unengaged and unreached peoples (UUPG). Whether that is to pray, or finance, or go on short-term or long-term mission trips, pray that members will have God’s heart for the nations. Pray that the churches will begin to make connections with the Hui people group.
How could we pray?
Pray that GGCC members will have God’s heart for the unengaged and unreached people of the world. Pray that members will support, pray, finance, and go to reach the lost.
The city of Mandalay, located in the middle of Myanmar, the second largest city after Yangon, has a population of 1.7 mill. The city has become a vibrant economic area in upper Myanmar. Other than Burmese, the largest minority group is Chinese, many immigrated from Yunan. Our first Myanmar Exploration Team (MET1) in 2019, came in contact with 5 Chinese churches, but none of which had a specific outreach to the Hui people.
How could we pray?
Pray that the churches will begin to make connections with the Hui people group.
The city of Mandalay, located in the middle of Myanmar, the second largest city after Yangon, has a population of 1.7 mill. The city has become a vibrant economic area in upper Myanmar. Other than Burmese, the largest minority group is Chinese, many immigrated from Yunan. Our first Myanmar Exploration Team (MET1) in 2019, came in contact with 5 Chinese churches, but none of which had a specific outreach to the Hui people.
How could we pray?
Pray that the churches will begin to make connections with the Hui people group.
