Prayer Calendar

A printable version of the Prayer Calendar for the third quarter, July to September 2026, is available for download in PDF format here.

You can email us your public prayer requests. We encourage prayers with specific dates for specific congregations and ministries.

The Prayer Calendar requests are sent as a convenient daily reminder or as a weekly or monthly summary with your subscription to Renewal Fellowship e-mailings.

Thursday, July 2 – Pray for St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Fergus, Ontario, as they welcome Kelvin Kagori as the new Minister of Children and Youth.
Friday, July 3 – Knox (Spadina) Presbyterian Church, Toronto, Ontario, is hosting a summer camp programme from July 6 to August 21st. Some would-be registrants are on wait lists. Pray that this yearly witness of love for Christ and kids would prosper. Also ask that leaders would first find their own hearts captured by Christ.
Saturday, July 4 – Pray for blessings upon congregations such as St. Giles Presbyterian Church and Knox Presbyterian Church in Calgary, Alberta, and Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church and Erie Steet United Church in Ridgetown, Ontario, which combine their worship during the summer months.
Sunday, July 5 – Pray for Dresden Christian Concerts, which holds an outdoor Sunday evening worship in a public setting. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Dresden, Ontario, is the rain location for this ecumenical event, which is now into its sixth decade.
Monday, July 6 – Pray for staff and campers at the Presbyterian Church in Canada's thirteen summer camps across the country, that young hearts may encounter the Spirit of Christ.
Tuesday, July 7 – Pray for Vacation Bible School at Côte des Neiges Presbyterian Church, Montreal, Quebec, that teachers and volunteers may be prepared to share the love of Christ with the children and particularly with those from the neighbourhood who have not been introduced to Jesus or lack any prior connection with a Christian congregation.
Wednesday, July 8 – Pray for the Search Team as they wait on God for a youth/teen leader staff person at Cheyene Presbyterian Church, Stoney Creek, Ontario, that they may be wise and patient.
Thursday, July 9 – Pray for Wasaga Beach Community Presbyterian Church, Wasaga Beach, Ontario, as it welcomes summer visitors and seeks to reach out to its community.
Friday, July 10 – Pray for the Children and Family Director at Cheyne Presbyterian Church, Stoney Creek, Ontario, as she keeps in contact with families over the summer and starts up programs in September. Pray, too, that families would understand the responsibility that they have in nurturing their children's faith journey.
Saturday, July 11 – Pray for the Rev. Wayne Baswick as he serves as pulpit supply this summer at North Bramalea Presbyterian Church, Brampton, Ontario, that he may have strength and good health this summer. He's retired but remains faithful in service to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Sunday, July 12 – St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Fergus, Ontario, will be hosting a Sports Camp this week. Pray for safety and that the participants and leaders would grow in their love for God and each other.
Monday, July 13 – Pray for protection from forest fires for those in particularly vulnerable, remote, forested communities such as Ndazkoh, British Columbia, and for those who minister during times of disaster.
Tuesday, July 14 – St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Hillsburgh, Ontario, has recently been blessed with four youth who are going to Camp Cairn this summer, and a good number of new adults who are taking part in the congregation's regular events, Sunday services, and coffee time. Join them in being grateful to the Lord, and pray that they would continue to be a growing witness in their community.
Wednesday, July 15 – At Knox (Spadina) Presbyterian Church, Toronto, Ontario, these past few years have seen increases in young families, and recently, there's been a bit of a baby boom. Pray for Mirim who heads Family Ministries. Her heart and faith are big, and so is her job description. Ask the Lord for energy, wisdom, and solid volunteer support in all programmes.
Thursday, July 16 – Pray for Joel, Lyca, Hastings, Rammy, and Takwonda as they lead the Friends of Prison Ministry in Malawi. Ask God to give them strength, wisdom, grace, and protection as they faithfully enter prisons to share the love and hope of God through Jesus Christ. Pray that the Holy Spirit would work through their words and actions, encouraging both those they serve and the ministry team themselves.
Friday, July 17 – Pray for God's continued provision for the Friends of Prison Ministry in Malawi. Rising fuel costs have increased the ministry's budget by approximately 30%, making it more challenging to provide essential items such as soap, medicine, and clothing to those in prison. Pray that God would supply every need through generous supporters and would open doors for the resources required to sustain and grow this important ministry.
Saturday, July 18 – Pray for the congregations of Knox Presbyterian Church, Port Carling, Ontario, and Zion Presbyterian Church, Torrance, Ontario, as well as their student pastor Aidan Lowry-Whitton, as they seek to serve their communities this summer.
Sunday, July 19 – Pray for the outreach of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Parry Sound, Ontario, to their summer residents, that this will be successful and fruitful.
Monday, July 20 – Thank God for giving the Nigerian Presbyterian Church, Toronto, Ontario, the opportunity to be chosen to participate in the New Beginnings program of the Presbyterian Church in Canada.
Tuesday, July 21 – Pray for God's blessing and guidance on the final proofreading for the Revised Hakka-Han character Bible in Taiwan. Paul McLean and the Hakka team have worked together on this project since 2018. Pray that it would be in people's hands in early 2027.
Wednesday, July 22Vacation Bible Camps in Holstein and Durham, Ontario, begin today. Pray for maximum exposure in the community to the love of Christ and the Word of God.
Thursday, July 23 – Pray for God's provision of a full-time minister at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, Ontario, for continued growth in the congregation, and for the election of new leaders.
Friday, July 24 – Pray for St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Parry Sound, Ontario, to have a successful fundraiser event tomorrow. This will be their third annual Community Rummage Sale.
Saturday, July 25 – St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Fergus, Ontario, is hosting 16 Children's Evening Programs in three different parks in the area starting tonight. Pray for the leaders as they seek to bless the children and to draw them close to the Lord over the next few weeks.
Sunday, July 26 – Pray for God's direction for Tomstown Presbyterian Church, Englehart, Ontario, which has been without a minister for the last ten years. Pray for the lay people leading in worship on Sundays with a very small congregation, that they may have ears to listen to God's will and may walk with Him in their mission work.
Monday, July 27 – Pray for the men and women incarcerated in Malawi's prisons. During difficult conditions and daily challenges, pray that they would encounter the hope, peace, and transforming love of Jesus Christ. Ask God to use the ministry's visits, messages, and practical support to draw many people to Himself, bringing encouragement, renewed purpose, and lasting faith in Christ.
Tuesday, July 28 – Pray for the upcoming Alpha program hosted by Paris Community Church, Paris, Ontario. Pray that it would be a welcoming space where people feel comfortable bringing their questions and exploring the Christian faith. Ask God to use Alpha to reveal His love and truth, and pray that many participants would come to know Jesus personally and make a commitment to follow Him.
Wednesday, July 29 – Pray for all churches, synagogues, and mosques in Canada and around the world that are targets of persecution. Give these congregations strength to continue with confidence and strength and in peace.
Thursday, July 30 – St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Beechwood, Ontario, is celebrating their 155th anniversary this year. Pray that God would continue to bless the congregation and that people would continue to grow in faith and become more comfortable talking about their faith and sharing it with others.
Friday, July 31 – Join Kortright Presbyterian Church, Guelph, Ontario, in praising God for five believer baptisms in June and four new members. Pray that the new commitment of each person will be kept real and vital, and that each of them would be protected from the attacks of Satan as he tries to draw them away.
Saturday, August 1 – The Presbytery of Waterloo-Wellington in Ontario has hired a Travelling Team to lead six Vacation Bible Schools in six churches over the month of August. Pray that children would come and be blessed.
Sunday, August 2 – Pray for Camp Kintail and other Christian camps, as a new group of campers start their week. Pray for grace and faithfulness in the leaders, and open minds and hearts in the children and youth.
Monday, August 3Provincial holiday – Pray for grandparents as they enjoy holiday time with their grandchildren, that the time would strengthen children in their faith and their love for God, and would build healthy, long-lasting relationships.
Tuesday, August 4 – Pray for Camp U-Turn which begins today at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Dresden, Ontario. Give thanks for the thousands of kids who have attended U-Turn camps since 2005. Pray that lives may continue to be changed.
Wednesday, August 5 – Pray that God would grant wisdom to our Renewal Fellowship Executive Director, the Rev. Andy Cornell, as he seeks to guide us in the best paths for renewal in these times.
Thursday, August 6 – Give thanks to God for the sacrificial financial generosity of so many supporters who enable the Renewal Fellowship to influence our denomination for good.
Friday, August 7 – Pray that the Holy Spirit would breathe fresh grace on the minister of the Nigerian Presbyterian Church, Toronto, Ontario, the Rev. Ukoha Ngwobia, the elders and the entire congregation, that they may work to fulfil their required mandate. Pray, too, that the church would soon find a place of worship.