Prayer focus

THANK YOU, GOD    

• For sustaining over 1,000 days (marked last Tuesday) since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began on February 24, 2022—our staff, the entire CCI/Ukraine ministry serving hundreds of camps and thousands of campers, and Ukraine as a whole. Thank you for standing with us and Ukraine through all these days.
• For day Camp Y in Country X, which hosted 20 children over five days last week. The theme, “Thanksgiving,” was a great success. Children from Christian families actively participated, setting a wonderful example for the non-Christian campers.
• For the CCI/Georgia committee meeting of eight camp directors. The meeting highlighted both the blessings and challenges of the summer season and offered a broader perspective on God’s Kingdom in the camps and country. The committee decided to welcome two new active members involved in camp ministry.
• For Camp Reaching Heaven, Ukraine, which has started a weekly follow-up club for 20 teenagers, featuring Bible reading, worship, and icebreakers. 

ACTIVITIES

• Vladimir and Vira are attending the CCI/Canada National Conference this week. Pavlo is teaching a course titled How Christian Camps Develop Camper-Owned Personal Faith. This new research-based course was developed by our team using insights from our summer research and studies by Christian scholars in the USA. The event will take place very close to the frontline, with 70 camp leaders expected to attend.
• Camp teams led by CCI/Georgia are preparing for Christmas events in the city, awaiting government approval for public activities. Plans include a two-day outdoor children’s program in a park from December 24 to 26, which will include Bible lessons, activities, games, hot chocolate, and more.
• Camp Reaching Heaven is actively working on their winter day camp preparations, as well as running their weekly camp follow-up clubs. 

INTERCESSION 

• Please pray for a quick resolution to the Canada Post strike, as many charities, including ours, rely on year-end communications via post-mail to reach their supporters based in Canada. 
• Continue to pray for God's protection of Ukraine from Russian missile attacks and from Russia’s intent to eradicate everything that is Ukraine and Ukrainian. 
• That God will provide guidance for the Baptist Union in Country X to bear fruit for God’s Kingdom, now after they have finished their autumn school vacation camps.
• Pray for peace in Georgia amid protests against alleged election fraud. Pray for stability and for ministry activities to remain unhindered, as well as for Christmas programs in Georgian churches and successful preparation for the 2025 winter camps.
• Pray for every camper attending Camp Reaching Heaven activities, that they may be strengthened in their faith. Also, pray for their safety, as the area frequently experiences heavy bombing. 

From the Mission Field:

Mykola, 8 years old, Ukraine: Mykola arrived at a resident camp for children of fallen soldiers. He lives with his aunt’s family after losing his father in the war in 2023. His mother, who served alongside his father, is currently in captivity. Despite his grief, Mykola frequently says, “God protects me.” At camp, he received spiritual care, and the church community continues to pray for him and offer love and support. May God strengthen and give hope to Mykola and his family.

Saba, 16 years old, Georgia: Encouraged by his camp friends, Saba dedicated his life to Jesus and was baptized last Sunday. Praise God for Saba’s decision, the camp follow-up ministry in the church, and the community of faith supporting him.