”This year God opened some new opportunities for Christmas radio transmission,” says Hazeen with Feba Pakistan. “We have built new relationships with 2 more FM stations and 1 is in the pipeline. So what I have calculated, we have covered approaching a third of the area of Pakistan in the airing of our Christmas programme." They were so excited to be on air this Christmas. Want to know why this camel is decorated?
The gift of radio for Christmas
Pray for those who will hear the story of Jesus’ birth for the first time this Christmas through the gift of radio, broadcast in their heart language in Iraq, north India and Nepal.
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Consoling listeners after Cambodia festival stampede
In response to the recent Phnom Penh stampede tragedy and its aftermath, FEBC Cambodia and its Family FM programming staff have been reaching out to their grieving community.
Prayer Points
- Continue to pray for the people of Cambodia as they come to terms with the disaster caused by a stampede on the Koh Pich Bridge on 22 November. There is much fear in Phnom Penh. Altars have been set up all over the city which people think will appease the spirits of the dead and prevent further catastrophe. Pray against the spiritual powers that hold people in bondage.
- Pray for the FEBC programming team, for sensitivity and wisdom in their programming in days to come. Pray for counselling programmes that we are organising; these will feature pastors and partners who specialise in that area of ministry. Pray that these programmes will be a real help to the injured, traumatised and bereaved.
- Together with a local partner, a team from FEBC has visited one of the public hospitals to distribute radios and food parcels to victims of the disaster. Pray that many will tune into Family FM and through it discover God’s love for them.
- Pray for the teams of counsellors from churches and organisations who have been visiting people in the hospitals. They say many are having nightmares and struggling with guilt because they trod on others in their attempt to escape from the crush.
- The public hospitals here are overcrowded and the staff exhausted. Pray for those still working to deal with the horrific injuries suffered. Local groups including NGOs have rallied round to send in medicine and food. Please pray that enough aid will be received to treat all the injured and to manage their pain.
- The disaster appears to have stirred up the church, both local and international, to a new level and intensity of prayer for the nation. Please pray with us for a fresh move of God in Cambodia.
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How can remote tribes hear about Jesus?
Abe has never seen a book – never had any need to read or write – but he carries in his memory a detailed tapestry of stories about his people and their land. Feba uses radio to share stories about Jesus in people’s heart language and in culturally appropriate ways.
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How will Shakti better provide for her family?
In many rural communities in the developing world, disease and extreme weather can quickly threaten their livelihoods in farming and raising livestock. Many were isolated with no access to education and government agencies until Feba began broadcasting radio programmes on agriculture and animal husbandry, giving advice and information, and enabling communities to better provide for their own needs.
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Honouring families during National Family Week
To recognise the importance of strong families, UK National Family Week is 25-31 May.
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Appreciating mums and families
In the UK many families gather together on Mothering Sunday to give special love to their mums. This celebration really isn’t just for mothers but for the entire family.
Prayer Points
- Please pray for these programmes, and their producers and listeners in Africa: *French Africa: <i>Women and Life</i> *Southern Africa: <i>Family Programme</i>, <i>Heath and Care</i> *Eastern Africa: <i>Blessed Family</i>, <i>Our Family</i>, <i>Family Programme</i>, <i>Chombez Time</i>
- Please pray for these programmes, and their producers and listeners in Asia and the Middle East: *Central Asia: <i>God's Word to the Family</i>, <i>Family Life</i> *Middle East: <i>Women and Flowers</i>, <i>Eve Source of Life</i>, <i>Arab Women Today</i> *India: <i>Women's Time</i>
- Please pray for the programme producers and listeners to <i>Spotlight</i> programmes (http://www.spotlightradio.net): *<i>Girl Power</i> *<i>Gul Makai: The Power of Girls’ Education</i> *<i>Fighting for Human Rights</i>
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Health and Hope for Nepal
Nepal, until recently the world’s only Hindu kingdom, is now a secular state and, with equal rights for all, come new opportunities for the Nepali Church.
Prayer Points:
For S P Kalaunee and Sean MacKenzie and all involved in the CoRIN project and thank God for the partnership between Feba and HDCS
For Okhaldunga hospital, providing medical, surgical and obstetric services and running a community health programme
That people will come to know the Lord, as Christians reach out practically with the love of Christ
Let's get physical
Feba undertakes integral mission as radio programme content addresses physical and spiritual issues from a Christian perspective.
Prayer Points:
For guidance as we consider ways to help our listeners with practical living
For more opportunities to work with development groups who can lend expertise
That our practical programmes will show listeners that God is interested in their lives
That those who tune in for practical help will be drawn also to the spiritual aspect of our programming