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New churches are being planted in Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East and North Africa

The European Baptist Federation (EBF) and the Communion of Protestant Churches in Europe (CPCE) have launched a renewed dialogue to strengthen unity among Protestant churches. Their first meeting took place in March 2025 in Elstal, Germany. Bringing together theologians from across Europe, the dialogue will continue through a series of meetings, with a final report expected in 2028.

23 March - 29 March 2026 TAJIKISTAN Right now, we see God at work in several encouraging ways. A new church has recently been established in Dushanbe, and two pastors and two deacons were ordained for ministry. We are grateful for peace and relative stability in the country, which allows the churches to continue serving and sharing the Gospel. The “headline” for Tajikistan could be: “God continues to build His Church in Tajikistan despite challenges.” Please pray for the foll

16 March - 22 March 2026 We are thankful for: new mission vision for the next 10 years, "Mission Possible 2035", was accepted by our churches and gives us focus for the ministry of our churches and the whole Union for young leaders who are open to going and planting new churches Missions Conference in February with 50% increase in participants compared to last year, and for the main speaker, Dr Jozsef Steiner from the Hungarian Baptist Union We pray for: 2035 new baptized Chr

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

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

As Europe seeks to “stop the boats,” churches in Italy are living another narrative — one where broken threads are rewoven into communities shaped by welcome and hope.

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Since the first night of invasion, the global Baptist family has stood together in prayer. Four years later, that commitment remains — sustained by faith, shaped by testimony, and anchored in hope.

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

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

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