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SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026
But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man. Luke 21:36

Prayer

Pray for: RUSSIA: Retiring missionary goes on trial

About the dispatch

Church in Chains·August 6, 2026

A retiring Child Evangelism Fellowship missionary in Russia has gone on trial as CEF is designated an “undesirable organisation”

Read at Church in Chains

Pray with the global church

Faithful God, who remembers those who serve You, we lift up the missionary standing trial in Russia and the work of Child Evangelism Fellowship, now deemed undesirable. You are the stronghold in times of trouble, the One who knows those who trust in You. Strengthen this missionary with Your might, that they may not grow weary or lose heart. Remember Your faithfulness to all generations and let it shine through this trial. Reveal Jesus to the authorities and communities who watch, that they might see His love and truth. Establish Your kingdom in Russia, and let the seeds of the Gospel bear fruit in abundance. May Your name be remembered and revered in the hearts of many. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Anchored in

Nahum 1:7