Prayer is a powerful tool that God has given us. We can use it to further our relationship with God, discern his will for the future, present our petitions, lament and confess our transgressions, and praise him for all that he does for us. 

The CRCNA has several resources to help you in your prayer life, the ministries of the CRCNA also covet your prayers in support of ongoing work.

Pray for church renewal and church planting. Each Monday throughout 2026, join others in prayer and fasting, asking God to raise up leaders, and for God to continue to renew our passion and strategies for church planting. Find past prayers here.

Join others in praying for synod each year. There is a 40 days of prayer guide in the lead up to synod, as well as opportunities to pray during the event itself. Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6

The CRC Prayer Guide offers another way to pray for our shared ministry as a denomination, with specific prayer requests for each day of the year. View these prayer requests below, download printer-friendly versions, or get them delivered to your email inbox (choose to receive them daily, weekly, or once a month).

You may also be interested in the prayer section of The Network and the CRC News weekly email.

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Monday June 1
from: Church Renewal: Resources

Church planting takes resources of many kinds. Ask God to provide all that is needed for the work he is calling the Christian Reformed Church in North America to do. Pray also that we may trust his faithful provision.

Tuesday June 2
from: ReFrame Ministries: Tokyo

A listener from Ibaraki Prefecture has shared about a heavy burden of regret and a deep longing for a fresh start in life. Pray that as this persons engages with our Bible readings, they may experience the transformative power of God’s grace and find peace in the promise that his mercies are new every morning.

Wednesday June 3
from: Calvin Theological Seminary: Summer

Pray for students as they begin summer routines—placements for graduates, summer ministry sites, work, travel. Pray for God's hand in forming students through their summer activities.

Thursday June 4
from: Resonate Global Mission: Migrants

“Pray for migrants around the world and for the thousands who travel through our region each day,” asks Steve Holtrop, regional mission leader for Latin America. Through migration, God often opens doors to spread the gospel in powerful ways. May our churches and global ministries extend Christ’s love through hospitality, compassion, and welcome to migrants everywhere.

Friday June 5
from: World Renew: World Environment Day

On this day we thank God for the beauty and abundance of creation. Pray for communities facing floods, drought, wildfires, and extreme storms, especially those already living in poverty. Ask God to strengthen local churches and partners as they help families recover, protect livelihoods, and care for land and water resources.

Saturday June 6
from: Thrive: Seafarer ministry

Our seafarer chaplain serves in coastal areas, ministering to the crews of merchant ships and cruise vessels. Often these crew members are from distressed areas of the world, live in cramped quarters, and work long hours. Pray that connections made may bear fruit, as a kind word, listening ear, or help with finding medical care can create opportunities to share God’s love and grace.

Sunday June 7
from: ReFrame: Prayer website

Helen, who is 72 years old and facing persistent health challenges, asks for prayer as she returns to the hospital again. Pray for God’s healing for her, for the assurance of God’s forgiveness, and for the Lord’s comforting presence and strength during this wearying time of illness.

Monday June 8
from: Church Renewal: Discipleship

Jesus calls his disciples to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matt. 28:19). To be disciple-makers, we need to be disciples ourselves. Pray that our churches will be places where people learn the ways of Jesus and the Holy Spirit so that we can lead others in experiencing life in the Lord.

Tuesday June 9
from: World Renew: Education

Many children around the globe work in unsafe conditions and often miss school. Ask God to provide for families who depend on a child’s income or unpaid labor, and to open paths to dignified work for adults, fair wages, and education. Pray that churches, schools, and leaders may protect children and break cycles of poverty.

Wednesday June 10
from: Resonate: Japan

Resonate missionaries Jeong and Misook Gho regularly lead 10 monthly in-person or online trainings for leaders. Additionally, many pastors and lay leaders whom they have trained are faithfully leading groups of their own. Give thanks for these ripple effects in mission, and ask God to continue working through these leaders and groups to draw people to know Christ.

Thursday June 11
from: Thrive: Fathers and father figures

Pray that the fathers and father figures in your congregation may know the peace, grace, and love of the Holy Spirit.

Friday June 12
from: CRC Communications: Synod begins

Please pray for God’s presence and guidance at synod, for meaningful discussions, a spirit of wisdom and love, God’s will in decision making, smooth logistics, and safety and health for delegates, visitors, and staff. May God be glorified in this year’s gathering.

Saturday June 13
from: World Renew: Desertification and drought

In areas of the world prone to drought, communities facing desertification and land degradation are at high risk of food insecurity. Ask God to strengthen farmers and herders amid these conditions. Pray for fair access to water, wise stewardship of land, and restoration efforts that can rebuild ecosystems and livelihoods.

Sunday June 14
from: Thrive: Synod

Please pray that all who have gathered at Synod 2026 will experience and extend curiosity, connection, and care as they work and worship alongside one another this week.

Monday June 15
from: Church Renewal: Diversity

Revelation 7:9 gives us a picture of the beautiful tapestry of heaven, describing “a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language.” Pray that our congregations, classes, and denomination may continue to grow in diversity, giving us a glimpse of what heaven will be like.

Tuesday June 16
from: Candidacy Committee: Candidates presented at Synod 2026

Give thanks to the Lord for the 36 candidates for the ministry of the Word he has provided for our churches! Please ask the Lord to guide and strengthen these leaders as they discern their next steps.

Wednesday June 17
from: Resonate: Synod

Please pray for delegates as they review a vision, strategy, ministry plan, and financial proposal for church planting across the denomination over the next 10 years. Pray for thoughtful discussion, discernment, and unity around this important ministry, asking that God will use these efforts to help our churches reach more people with the gospel through new faith communities.

Thursday June 18
from: ReFrame: Hong Kong

Pray for a welcoming project aiming to serve immigrants to Hong Kong from mainland China. Many of these immigrants are navigating cultural shifts and language learning as they search for community in a new environment. May this ministry provide practical assistance and spiritual warmth, helping people discover the hope of the gospel as they settle into a new home.

Friday June 19
from: Thrive: Juneteenth

We pray, O Lord, for change. Jesus, you revealed God through your wise words and loving deeds, and we encounter you still today in the faces of people whom society pushes to the margins. Guide us, through the love you revealed, to establish the justice you proclaimed, that all peoples may dwell in harmony and peace, united by the one love that binds us to each other and to you.

Saturday June 20
from: Edmonton Native Healing Centre: Thanks and trust

Father in heaven, as your children, we lift up our need for courage, trust, and unconditional love for one another as we seek to grow hearts in right relationship with Indigenous brothers and sisters. Thank you for your Spirit’s leading in many joyful ways, even when our hearts have failed to hear you calling us to live as you have created us to be. Amen.

Sunday June 21
from: Canadian Indigenous Ministry Committee: National Indigenous Peoples Day, Father's Day

Creator God, we thank you for the diverse Indigenous cultures of this land. Guide us in the work of reconciliation and justice. We also pray for fathers and father figures; equip them to lead with humility and Christlike love as we walk together toward your shalom.

Monday June 22
from: Church Renewal: Church planting and classes

Our classes are unique in some ways and similar to each other in other ways. May the Holy Spirit lead each classis in the way that fits them into a new or renewed commitment to planting churches and reaching people with the gospel.

Tuesday June 23
from: Resonate: South Africa

Resonate missionaries Tara and Arendt Bosman in South Africa give thanks that one of the young adults they’ve been mentoring decided to be baptized! Praise God! Please pray that this young adult may continue to grow as a disciple of Christ.

Wednesday June 24
from: World Renew: Conflict

Pray for an end to violence and for the protection of civilians in conflict. Ask God to protect people who are most at risk and to provide safe care for survivors of sexual violence, torture, and trauma. Lift up World Renew partners and local churches offering practical help and a compassionate presence. Ask God to guide leaders toward peace, justice, and accountability.

Thursday June 25
from: ThereforeGo Ministries: SERVE 2026

SERVE is under way, and we are already hearing amazing stories about how God is at work in the lives of students and in the communities they are serving. Please pray for safety and kingdom impact throughout the summer. Looking ahead to 2027, please pray for churches considering to host SERVE next year!

Friday June 26
from: ReFrame: Today devotions

Monica, a reader of Today devotions, is being released from prison after six and a half years and will be returning home. Pray for a gentle transition as she settles back into life with her family and community. Ask God to surround her with a supportive network and to grant her peace and clear guidance as she begins this new chapter.

Saturday June 27
from: Thrive: Safer churches

Please pray for Thrive’s ongoing abuse prevention and response work. Pray for healthy churches where abuse of power, spiritual abuse, emotional abuse, and psychological, financial, physical, and sexual abuse are unconscionable and where solace and safety are provided for people who have experienced betrayal.

Sunday June 28
from: World Renew: Refugee Sunday

Pray for people forced by war, persecution, disaster, and hunger to flee their homes. Ask God to provide safe shelter, food, clean water, and medical care and to bring healing from grief and trauma. Praise God for churches serving as host communities that welcome newcomers with compassion. Pray that political leaders may find just and durable solutions.

Monday June 29
from: Church Renewal: Discernment

Pray for congregations trying to discern where God may be leading them. For those that may be near the end of their life cycle, pray for clarity in understanding the Spirit’s leading, peace in the process, and courage to follow as the Spirit ministers to them in a difficult time.

Tuesday June 30
from: ReFrame: Leadership

As Rev. Kurt Selles retires and Rev. Darrell Delaney steps into his new role as director of ReFrame Ministries, we lift up this season of leadership transition. Pray for Rev. Selles as he enters retirement, and ask for wisdom, favor, and God’s clear guidance for Rev. Delaney as he begins this role. May the work of Reframe continue to flourish.

Wednesday July 1
from: CRC Communications: Canada Day

As Canada celebrates another year since confederation, give thanks for this country that has provided a home and hospitality to many. Ask God to guide the CRCNA in Canada as we share the gospel, work toward reconciliation, seek justice, and find fellowship as believers. Pray for Canada’s leaders and citizens in navigating the challenging times we face today.

Thursday July 2
from: World Renew: Local leaders and volunteers

Community leaders trained through World Renew programs are playing a vital role in strengthening families, churches, and neighborhoods. Their leadership helps to ensure lasting, locally led change. Pray for wisdom, integrity, and perseverance for these leaders. Give thanks for the gifts God has placed within their communities.

Friday July 3
from: Resonate Global Mission: New missionaries

Give thanks for five new career missionaries who have recently stepped up to serve on behalf of the Christian Reformed Church in countries around the world. Please pray for these missionaries as they transition into new roles, build support networks, complete their field training, and build relationships.

Saturday July 4
from: CRC Communications: Independence Day (U.S.)

As America marks 250 years of independence, let us thank God for his faithfulness and ask him to guide the decision making of people and leaders at all levels. We pray that the Holy Spirit will grow fruit through all who proclaim the name of Christ.

Sunday July 5
from: Thrive: Workplace chaplains

Many of our chaplains work in the industrial or corporate world, serving employees affected by crises at home or work who may not have a spiritual support network. During the past year, these chaplains have been called on to provide spiritual care to employees experiencing grief, trauma, and crisis. Please pray for these chaplains and the people they serve.

Monday July 6
from: Church Renewal: Renewed engagement in mission

God creates each congregation in unique ways and calls each one to serve in ways that fit how they were gifted. Even churches that are located near each other serve differently. Pray that congregations may serve their communities and reach out as God gifts them.

Tuesday July 7
from: Justice Ministries: Learning and reconciliation

Pray for the “Healing Hearts, Transforming Nations” workshop taking place July 6-10 in Paris, Ont. Ask God to prepare the hearts of the church and ministry leaders attending, granting them vulnerability, openness, and a deep desire to seek biblical reconciliation and interethnic healing.

Wednesday July 8
from: ReFrame Ministries: Indonesia

Samantha requests prayer for a painful, complex family situation distressing her and her children. Ask God to work in her husband's life, bringing clarity, conviction, and healing to their family. May the Lord sustain this family with his peace, protection, and strength during this difficult time.

Thursday July 9
from: World Renew: Ebola virus

This illness continues to threaten lives, especially where access to health care, clean water, and nutrition is limited. World Renew is supporting efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola in Uganda. Pray for healing and protection, especially for persons who are most vulnerable. Pray for wisdom in government and community leadership across the region.

Friday July 10
from: Resonate: Italy

Pray for Diego and Camila Hiriart as they nurture a growing church plant in Italy among immigrants seeking faith and community. Give thanks for the ripple effects of this ministry—from a church plant in Texas to a new congregation overseas—and ask God to keep multiplying its impact, strengthening discipleship, and drawing people into his family.

Saturday July 11
from: Thrive: Displaced people

Please pray for refugees and other displaced people worldwide, that they may find safety and peace. Pray also for host nations that have openly received thousands of refugees; ask God to give them compassion and logistical wisdom in caring for vulnerable individuals and families.

Sunday July 12
from: ReFrame: English prayer ministry

Valerie praises God for answering years of prayer by fully reconciling her relationship with her estranged family. Give thanks for this restoration, and praise God for drawing Valerie into a deeper relationship with Christ through this process. May her testimony comfort and encourage other brokenhearted believers.

Monday July 13
from: Church Renewal: Global connections

Pray for the many connections the CRC has around the world. World Renew and Resonate Global Mission partner with various churches and organizations to serve in many different locations. Ask God to open doors to connections and partnerships that can grow to spread the gospel.

Tuesday July 14
from: World Renew: South Sudan

Through peer organizations, we support people displaced by conflict. Many have been robbed and assaulted, and most of these people are women and children. Pray for peace and for alleviation of hunger. Ask God for provisions for those who have lost everything. Give thanks for local churches and partners serving as signs of hope in these difficult times.

Wednesday July 15
from: Resonate: Cambodia

Just as the Christian Reformed Church has a church-planting plan in Canada and the United States, the denomination is working with ministry partners in Cambodia to plant churches throughout this primarily Buddhist country. Please pray for our missionaries Navy Chann Chaay and Ly Chaay as they walk alongside local leaders in Cambodia to plant more churches.

Thursday July 16
from: Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations Committee: Myanmar

Rev. Rolin San of the Christian Reformed Church of Myanmar reported that because of the civil war in their country, hundreds of church members “have been displaced as refugees, and countless others are homeless.” Several CRCM members have been killed, including from Rolin’s own family. Please pray for perseverance in this tremendously difficult time.

Friday July 17
from: Thrive: Congregational leaders

Please pray for wisdom, discernment, and strength for pastors, leaders, and volunteers in congregations across the United States and Canada as they live out God’s call for renewal in their churches and communities.

Saturday July 18
from: ReFrame: Chinese ministry

An anonymous listener asks for prayer as they seek to share God’s love effectively in a highly demanding corporate environment. Ask the Spirit to grant them wisdom and courage to be a faithful witness so that the gospel may reach more Chinese people. Pray also that the company’s leadership may foster a healthier corporate culture.

Sunday July 19
from: World Renew: Rains

In Bangladesh at this time of year, rain is vitally important. Pray with us for enough rain to nourish crops but not so much that damaging floods would occur. Ask God to provide abundant rice harvests so that the economy can flourish and families can be fed.

Monday July 20
from: Church Renewal: Church growth support

Our perspective on needed resources may not match God’s perspective. Pray for wisdom, that we may be faithful with all we have been given. Pray that all who give may be generous in their support. And may God continue to provide.

Tuesday July 21
from: Resonate: Nigeria

Give thanks for God’s work through the Matriarchs moms community that our missionary Sarah Aderemi has started in Nigeria. The group stepped in to care for a mom who recently gave birth and needed help. “It was beautiful to see moms help financially in just a few hours to cover the costs of all the support she needed to get settled down at home,” shared Sarah.

Wednesday July 22
from: Calvin Theological Seminary: International students

Nearly half of our students are international students. Pray for their visa processing, plans for travel, border crossings, and other transitions—especially for new students making plans for the fall semester.

Thursday July 23
from: Thrive: Congregations

Please pray for a spirit of love, understanding, and collaboration among members within your own congregation. Pray for hearts inclined toward faithfulness, patience, kindness, and other fruits of the Spirit.

Friday July 24
from: ReFrame: Brazil

Give thanks and praise to God as our Portuguese ministry celebrates its 50th anniversary. May the Lord bless the team with continued favor, wisdom, and resources as they share the gospel. Ask that their media outreach may continue to bear fruit and strengthen believers across Brazil for many years to come.

Saturday July 25
from: GEMS Girls' Clubs: Summer

Please pray that GEMS girls and leaders may stay connected throughout the summer and continue to grow in their relationships with God.

Sunday July 26
from: Resonate: Detroit, Mich.

Please pray for summer events and programs hosted by Hesed Community Church, a Resonate partner church plant in Detroit, Mich. May these activities provide helpful opportunities for local families to connect with the faith community and experience the love of Christ.

Monday July 27
from: Church Renewal: Disciples and leaders

As we live out our calling to be disciples who make disciples, pray that new disciples and leaders will be raised in our churches and classes. And may everyone have the courage to follow the calling of the Spirit.

Tuesday July 28
from: Thrive: Thrive staff

Please pray for guidance and wisdom for Thrive staff as they journey alongside congregations. May they provide meaningful support to church leaders and volunteers as they seek to cultivate deeper spiritual growth and vibrant faith communities.

Wednesday July 29
from: World Renew: Haiti

Lift up Haiti, where political instability and insecurity continue to create hardship for families and staff. Pray for protection and renewed opportunity and resilience among program participants. Please also ask God to give our staff and partners wisdom, creativity, and perseverance.

Thursday July 30
from: ReFrame: Today devotions

Marty left a note on the Today Facebook page, sharing that he has been diagnosed with stomach cancer and is seeking total healing. Please pray for his complete physical restoration, asking that God will also fill him with a profound sense of peace and security.

Friday July 31
from: The King's University: New facility

At The King’s University we are celebrating God’s faithfulness as we plan to open a new Centre for Excellence in the Sciences this coming fall. This facility will expand programs, strengthen research, and deepen partnerships, equipping students to serve God’s world through discovery, innovation, and hands-on learning rooted in Christian hope.