Prayer Support

We cordially invite you to pray, as Christ did, for vulnerable and needy people.

  • Pray for Emergency Relief

    Last update: Jun 2021

    The COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the world, posing a greater threat to many developing countries and refugee communities. Facing food and water crises, poor living conditions, shortages of medical equipment and protective gears, poor communities are simply unable to resist the spread of the virus. Coupled with unemployment caused by the economic recession, vulnerable families and children suffer extreme poverty, livelihood pressure and potential violence. In recent days, the situation in India has been severe, overwhelming the local medical system and claiming many lives due to the lack of medical treatment. The situation is heart-breaking.

    Please pray for the vulnerable children and families affected by COVID-19:

    • We proclaim in the name of the Saviour Jesus Christ that God’s goodness and light will be released in darkness and sorrow and lead the world.
    • We pray for full recovery for over a billion people around the world that are currently infected with the virus and for comfort and peace for the many people who have lost their loved ones. May God work miracles in families who are desperate because of helplessness in the lack of medical treatment.
    • We pray for protection over medical personnel and other agencies on the frontline from contracting the virus.
    • We pray for wisdom for leaders and decision makers in various countries to help affected children and families survive the crisis and bring hope to them despite the multiple threats caused by the pandemic and economic recession.
    • May God lead the work of World Vision and other agencies, bring in the necessary resources, and protect children and families.


    Learn more about the COVID-19 Global Response

  • Last update: April 2021

    It has been ten years since Syria’s civil war broke out in March 2011. Half of the country’s population is displaced, nearly 600,000 have been killed, including 55,000 children. 4.8 million Syrian children have been born straight into the thick of conflict, losing access to education, healthcare and livelihoods, as well as suffering psychosocial effects and even becoming victims of child marriage. While children have lost their dignity, identity and the hope for future, the cruel war that has brought about so many tragedies is yet to end.

    Please remember Syria’s children and families in your prayers.

    • May God grant peace and cease the war in Syria, so that civilians may no longer suffer in fear and desperation.

    • Pray for the children affected by this traumatic experience, may God’s love and mercy comfort their vulnerable souls, heal the wounds, lead them out of death, poverty and sorrow, and restore their hope for future and life.

    • May God protect and strengthen all humanitarian workers, lead the work of World Vision and other agencies. May God bring in the necessary resources to the vulnerable children and families.

    • May God stir the hearts of world leaders, so that they will protect the affected children and families and bring peace to Syria with continued actions.

    • May God move more brothers and sisters to show concern for the plight of the refugee children and families, so that they would not be forgotten.

    Learn more about the Syrian Refugee Response

  • Last update: April 2021

    Since the conflict broke out in Rakhine State, Myanmar in August 2017, over 860,000 Rohingyas - more than half of whom are children - are stuck in the world’s largest and most densely populated refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. They are stateless and unprotected by international refugee law, enduring poverty, human trafficking, malnutrition and natural disasters. Due the COVID-19 pandemic, they now have even less protection as humanitarian activity in the camp has become limited. Worse still, a massive fire broke out in the camp in March 2021, which saw several hundred people killed, injured or gone missing, with tens of thousands of survivors once again losing their shelters and all their belongings. Many Rohingya refugees have tried different ways to enter neighbouring countries and seek asylum, but were either rejected or repatriated to Myanmar, leaving their lives at risk.

    Please pray for the Rohingya refugees:

    • Refugee families and children have no citizenship, rights and protection, struggling to survive every day. May God stretch His mighty hands to deliver them out of danger and lead them to a place with peace.

    • Refugees are facing the stress of a traumatic past, instability, resettlement and an uncertain future, may God send His servants to help and comfort them, and bless them with strength and hope.

    • Pray for strength and wisdom for World Vision staff  as they carry out work near the Myanmar-Bangladesh border.

    • The situation in neighbouring countries has become tense. May God put an end to all conflicts and rebuild communities with His grace and peace.

    • Pray that more Christians will remember the plight of the refugees with mercy and in their prayers, so that refugees’ cries may be heard.


    Learn more about the Myanmar-Bangladesh Refugee Crisis Response

  • Last update: August 2020

    On 4th August, a massive explosion occurred in the port area of Beirut, Lebanon, killing over 100 people and injuring about 5,000 others. The shockwaves of the explosion have brought serious damage to roads and buildings, leaving some 300,000 people homeless. According to local assessments, as a result of the catastrophe, up to 500,000 people are in dire need of different forms of assistance, such as food, clothing and shelter. Lebanon has also seen the rate of COVID-19 infections drastically increase over the past few weeks.

    Please pray for the children and families affected by the devastating explosion in Beirut:

    • May God heal the injured people and the children affected by this traumatic experience, comfort the survivors, and protect the homeless and the people waiting for assistance.
    • Pray for the reconstruction of homes and restoration of community life, for Lord’s strength and presence with families, and for the children living a life again.
    • May God lead the work of World Vision and other humanitarian teams. May God bring in necessary resources to build a safe living environment and restore their hope for the future.
    • May God help brothers and sisters remember the plight of the children so that they would not be forgotten.


    Learn more about the Beirut Explosion Crisis Response

  • Last update: March 2020

    People in various African countries, including Somalia, Kenya, South Sudan, Angola and Zimbabwe, are bearing the brunt of climate change. These countries are experiencing more frequent disasters, such as droughts, floods, cyclones and locusts, as well as the food crises that often come with them.

    Please pray for the vulnerable children and families:

    • Pray that God would help and protect hungry children, heal those that suffer from acute and chronic malnutrition.
    • Pray for an end to all ongoing conflicts, that civilians could return home and children be free from all forms of danger.
    • Pray for frontline humanitarians to effectively meet the needs in communities.
    • Pray that Christians and churches would continue to remember children and families’ needs, and shine brightly in the darkness.


      • Learn more about the Africa Hunger Relief

  • Last update: June 2019

    Since December 2013, South Sudan has been in the midst of an armed conflict. Some 4 million people have lost their homes and become displaced. In January 2019, nearly 800,000 South Sudanese were still remaining in Uganda, with food and clean water being two of the most urgent needs for them. On top of violence, South Sudanese also suffer from hunger. As the ongoing conflict continues to worsen the country’s deteriorating economy and food crisis, it is estimated that over 5.2 million people in South Sudan are experiencing food insecurity.

    Please remember the South Sudan children and families in your prayers.

    • Pray for an end to ongoing conflicts in South Sudan, that civilians could return home and children be free from all forms of violence.
    • Pray that God would help and protect children currently at risk of suffering, and heal those that suffer from acute and chronic malnutrition.
    • Pray for the children affected by this traumatic experience, comfort the souls and heal the wounds.
    • Pray for better climate for agricultural production and an improvement in the country’s economy.
    • Pray for frontline humanitarians to effectively meet the needs in communities.
    • May God help brothers and sisters remember the plight of the refugee children so that they would not be forgotten.


      • Learn more about the South Sudan Refugee Crisis Response

  • Pray for the end of violence against children

    Last update: November 2017

    Over 1 billion children experience violence every year globally. Violence threatens their survival and health, robs them of their right to education, and causes short and long-term physical, emotional and social consequences. It is important to address these issues and offer counselling and assistance to the victims, so that they feel safe and have their immediate needs met.

    • May God heal and restore the lives of children affected by violence, helping them to deal with any physical, psychological or social hindrance brought about by violence.
    • May God provide care, health, psychological assistance, justice and support to children who have experienced the loss of a parent and/or sibling due to violence.
    • May God protect the children who live in countries with conflicts, or have experienced natural disasters recently.
    • May God bring shelter to the children that have been forcibly displaced.
    • May God protect all children from exploitation and harm, and let them experience His love.

    Learn more about It takes a world to end violence against children

  • Last update: November 2017

    Many of the issues of violence, such as child labour, child marriage, child sacrifice, are prohibited by laws which, however, are not always enforced. Each one of us is called to speak out for orphans and the poor.

    • May God lead governments around the world to enact and endorse laws to protect children.
    • May God bring equality and universal access to education.
    • May God bring income and economic development opportunities to vulnerable households.
    • May God lead governments to create a strong labour market and a stable environment, so that child labour can be eliminated in the supply chains.

    Learn more about It takes a world to end violence against children

  • Pray for World Vision of Macau Association

    Last update: December 2019

    We thank God for the peace and grace we have enjoyed in 2019. We are truly blessed to have been able to not only live a life of peace and abundance but also help others in need.

    • Give thanks to God for the citizens of Macau. For the days to come, pray that they may rely on God, follow His teaching and have the greatest peace of mind in times of prosperity and adversity.
    • Pray for the citizens of Macau, that they may understand more about themselves and the world, and devote themselves more in helping the needy in the coming year.
    • Pray for children and families affected by conflicts and extreme weather, that they may rebuild their homes soon.

    Learn more about World Vision of Macau Association