"He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty." - Psalm 91:1
WEEK 1
Friday 1
Pray for 7-year-old Athiramol Retnan in India to recover quickly from pneumonia.
Saturday 2
In Peru, 15-year-old Nino Cueto Vega and her mother were physically abused by Nino's father. Nino is receiving psychological therapy. Pray for healing in the family.
WEEK 2
Sunday 3
Fifteen-year-old Anuja Stephen in India received the President's medal for excellence in Scouts and Guides. We praise God for her achievements.
Monday 4
Pray for YouthPartnersNET in Denver as they seek more groups to commit to their CityConnexx urban mission program.
Tuesday 5
Pray for 8-year-old Joselin Sehyla Cajacuri Aquino in Peru who will have surgery to correct a birth defect in her right hip.
Wednesday 6
Pray for 9-year-old Gedren Lised Borja Caicedo in Ecuador as she recovers from arm injuries that became infected after a fire accident.
Thursday 7
Pray for the Compassion-assisted children and families affected by Tropical Storm Noel in Haiti as they recover from their losses. We are thankful that no injuries or loss of life occurred.
Friday 8
Pray for 8 year-old Lhizanka Puris Taquiri in Peru to recover from a persistent cough. She was tested and is in treatment.
Saturday 9
Sixteen Leadership Development Program (LDP) graduates were honored in the first graduation in Ethiopia recently. Pray for God's will in the life of each one as they serve in their country.
WEEK 3
Sunday 10
The father of 10-year-old Silpa Prema in India participated in an addiction program and made a decision to stop drinking. Pray for his strength.
Monday 11
Pray for 9-year-old Stephen Gitau in Kenya to recover quickly from heart surgery. He was a premature baby who was abandoned and raised by a foster mother. Pray for normal growth and development with correct medical treatment.
Tuesday 12
Pray for Compassion staff, children and families in Indonesia to recover from losses from the flooding and landslides caused by heavy rains.
Wednesday 13
Pray for 13-year-old Franco Medrano Zamaritano in Peru to recover well from surgery to remove a tumor. He has struggled with asthma since he was 1 year old and has other health issues. He needs renewed strength and energy.
Thursday 14
Pray for the 65 students who are available for Leadership Development Program sponsorships. More than 2,369 students have been served since 1996, 538 have successfully completed the program, and 1,543 are currently enrolled in 15 countries.
Friday 15
Thirteen-year-old Sumeesh in India is recovering from a leg fracture he suffered in an accident. Pray for a quick recovery with no complications.
Saturday 16
Pray for God's protection of Compassion staff, children and families in Kenya during the recent political riots. They need peace and unity.
WEEK 4
Sunday 17
We praise God for two countries that are starting Leadership Development Programs for students: Rwanda and Honduras. Pray for all the details to be completed quickly.
Monday 18
Pray for the 17 Compassion families in Honduras who were affected by flooding last month. Pray for all to stay healthy.
Tuesday 19
Eleven-year-old Rachmita Nayak in eastern India needs prayer for recovery from a bone fracture.
Wednesday 20
Pray for Compassion staff, families and children affected by the December floods in Mexico. The cleanup process and recovery are ongoing.
Thursday 21
Pray for the family of 14-year-old Mathu Bala in India whose home was damaged by an accidental fire. They need peace of mind and wisdom.
Friday 22
Pray for 10-year-old Abner Chavez Calle in Peru to recover from pain. He was treated by a neurologist and needs prayer for healing.
Saturday 23
Pray for 14-year-old Seema Sahabuddin in India. She has tuberculosis and needs healing.
WEEK 5
Sunday 24
We praise God that the mothers of two children in India returned to their homes after several months of absence. The children are 13-year-old Arti and 11-year-old Dhermendra. Pray for strengthened family relationships.
Monday 25
Pray for 6-year-old Rafael Sumeisey in Indonesia. A tumor was discovered on her left foot that required treatment.
Tuesday 26
Pray for a quick recovery for 11-year-old Phool Kumari in India from surgery on her broken leg.
Wednesday 27
Pray for Compassion's Burkina Faso country office in their plans to move to a new location. They ask prayer for God's hand in all preparations.
Thursday 28
Pray for the child, Griffin Mongi, in Indonesia who has internal problems that need correction.
Friday 29
Pray for 11-year-old Blessy Susan Thomas in India who needs surgery for a bone problem.