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Collection of news, stories, and reflections
from EBF and its member bodies


Prayer Calendar | Lithuania
09 March - 15 March 2026 Join us in prayer as we seek God’s guidance in the following: That the Holy Spirit would stir the hearts of a new generation to grow in faith and boldly step into ministry roles. That God would strengthen young couples and families , giving them the grace to remain faithful and united in a busy world. That we would be granted divine wisdom to navigate modern challenges, standing firm and unshakable in the Truth of the Gospel. 🇱🇹 #prayercalendar

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Prayer Calendar | Latvia
02 March - 08 March 2026 Please keep our country in your prayers, especially in this important and challenging time. Pray for peace, stability, and wisdom for those who are making decisions that affect our society. May truth, justice, and righteousness prevail in the overall political situation. We also ask you to pray for the leadership of Latvijas Baptistu draudžu savienība (LBDS) for wisdom, unity, humility, and courage as they guide the churches and make important dec

Prayer Calendar
Mar 31 min read


Prayer Calendar | Estonia
23 February - 01 March 2026 Pray for the young generation - Estonia is one of the most secular countries in Europe. Especially the young. We need a burning heart to love them and a clear mind to come up with a plan to reach them. Pray for church planting and revitalisation. We have 85 churches across Estonia - many of them in places where there is no longer a shop or post office. We pray that the churches there will love the local community with passion + we pray for the pla

Prayer Calendar
Feb 231 min read


Prayer Calendar | Lebanon & Syria
16 - 22 February 2026 LEBANON If the EBF family opened the prayer newspaper tomorrow, what headline would represent your country? “Turmoil, Uncertainty, but Plenty of Opportunities.” Pray for church plants that are growing slowly but surely. Pray for churches facing challenges , especially those in non-Christian areas that are even experiencing threats. Pray that, despite these threats, people will hear the gospel and be touched by its message. Pray for the Baptist community

Prayer Calendar
Feb 162 min read


Prayer Calendar | North Macedonia
09 February - 15 February 2026 1. Peace and unity Pray for peace, social cohesion, and wise leadership across ethnic and political divides, and for Christians to be visible peacemakers. 2. Strength and witness of the Church Pray for Baptist churches and leaders to be encouraged, united, and bold in living and sharing the Gospel with love and integrity. 3. Hope for the next generation Pray for children and young people to find hope, purpose, and opportunities, and that many wo

Prayer Calendar
Feb 101 min read


Prayer Calendar | Great Britain
02 February - 08 February 2026 Giving thanks for a significant increase in baptisms, with over 800 more baptisms and for the growth in children, youth, families, and young adults (18–35s). Pray for those who are newly baptised or exploring faith , that churches would be faithful and effective in discipleship and disciple-making , helping people grow deep roots in Christ. Pray for churches as they encourage people to discern a call to ministry . Ask God to move hearts and rai

Prayer Calendar
Feb 21 min read


Prayer Calendar | Austria
26 January - 01 February 2026 PRAYER CALENDAR | AUSTRIA Pray for shoots of new growth in the churches - pray for new church plants and churches to step into life on a mission. Pray for wisdom for the diverse churches of Austria to learn to love each other well. Pray for young people. Pray that churches would know how to engage youth creatively. Pray for those whom God is calling into ministry in the Union and in the churches. #prayercalendar #baptist #europeanbaptist

Prayer Calendar
Jan 261 min read


Prayer Calendar | Iran & Iraq
19 January - 25 January 2026 IRAN We lift up the people of Iran, asking God to protect the fearful, comfort the grieving, and provide for the displaced and vulnerable. May oppression end, freedom take root, and hope rise where darkness has prevailed. Bring healing to wounded bodies and hearts, and restore peace within families and communities. We pray for believers and the Church: for safety amid persecution, wisdom and courage for leaders serving in secrecy, and for the li

Prayer Calendar
Jan 202 min read


Prayer Calendar | Greece
12 January - 18 January 2026 Although we don’t currently have member Baptist unions in Greece, we still want to lift up this beautiful nation in prayer. As part of the European Baptist Federation family, our heart goes out to all Christians and churches in Greece, along with the broader society, facing unique challenges and opportunities. Refugees and migrants seeking safety Pray for refugees and migrants arriving in or passing through Greece—that they would be met with compa

Prayer Calendar
Jan 131 min read


Prayer Calendar | Belarus
05 January - 11 January 2026 We are thankful for the re-registration of our churches , as well as for opportunities for evangelism, especially among teens and youth. We baptised many young people last year. We ask you to pray for the Festival of Hope with Franklin Graham in May 2026 (we have received official permission for it) Pray for our Convention , which will take place in March 2026. 🇧🇾 #prayercalendar #baptist #europeanbaptist #belarus

Prayer Calendar
Jan 71 min read
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