April Prayer Calendar
"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." - Romans 5:8 (NIV)
† Names of the people in this prayer calendar have been changed to respect their privacy.
April 1, Please pray for…
One of our donors who is struggling with a serious health issue. Pray that God heals him.​
April 2, Please pray for…
Jasper, who was found crying over his uncle, who is in a critical health condition. Pray God completely heals his uncle so he can rejoice in God’s love and might.
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April 3, Please pray for...
Tania, who found temporary shelter. Pray that God provides her with permanent housing and direction to navigate life.
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April 4, Please pray for...
Blake, whose house pipe burst open and ruined all his belongings. Pray that God provides him with what he needs.
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April 5, Please pray for…
Maya, a homeless refugee, who was staying warm at the Rideau Center. Pray that God provides her with permanent shelter and straightens her paths.​
April 6, Please pray for…
Thalia on Bank Street, who is challenged by her mental health and the pressures of life, causing her anxiety. Pray that God provides her a sound mind and peace.​
April 7, Please pray for…
Seth at the Rideau Center, who is homeless and sometimes goes days without food. Please pray that God provides him with permanent shelter and daily necessities.
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April 8, Please pray for…
Tarique on Sparks, who is homeless. Pray for his safety and permanent shelter.
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April 9, Please pray for...
Tony and Karen, who have frostbite. Ask God for their healing.​
April 10, Please pray for...
Laura on Elgin, who is trying to understand who Jesus is. Pray that God opens her heart to know Him.
April 11, Please pray for…
Aaron and Zacchaeus, who are both homeless. Please pray that God provides them with permanent housing.
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April 12, Please pray for…
A man who is unemployed. Ask God to give him favour to obtain a job he likes.
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April 13, Please pray for…
Nathan, who was assaulted. Pray for his safety and that God directs his footsteps.​
April 14, Please pray for…
Dan, who wants to abstain from drugs. Pray that God provides him with the strength to say no to drugs.
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April 15, Please pray for...
Paul, who sleeps in his car. Pray that God provides him with affordable housing.​
April 16, Please pray for…
Dora on Bank Street, who feels very lonely. Pray that God provides her with good friends who can help her walk with Him.​
April 17, Please pray for…
Ron, who sleeps in a tent outside. Pray that God provides him with warmth during these freezing temperatures.​
April 18, Please pray for…
Jenna, who is battling addiction and does not want to prostitute herself to provide herself with drugs. Pray that God instantly delivers her from this torment.​
April 19, Please pray for…
Saer on Elgin, who is homeless and doesn’t feel safe going to a shelter. Pray for his safety and permanent shelter.
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April 20, Please pray for…
Jerry, who was recently released from jail. Pray that he may encounter God’s love and mercy and that he allows God to do something new in his life.
​April 21, Please pray for…
A man, who was panhandling at St. George so he can buy food. Pray that God provides him with affordable housing so he has sufficient means to buy food.
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April 22, Please pray for…
Maikel, that he would find the gospel to be true as he works the 12 steps to stay free from his addiction. Pray that God reveals Himself to him.
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April 23, Please pray for…
Harry, who wants to go back to his family up North. Pray that God provides the means needed for the trip.​
April 24, Please pray for…
A man sleeping on a bench, who was very agitated. Please pray that God provides him with peace and a sound mind.
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April 25, Please pray for...
Allan, who is sleeping in a park. Pray that God keeps him warm and provides him with permanent shelter.
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April 26, Please pray for…
Maya, on Gladstone, who has health issues. Pray that God heals her.
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April 27, Please pray for…
A Veteran, who sleeps on the streets. Pray that god favours him with affordable and permanent shelter so he can finally get off the street.
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April 28, Please pray for…
Rianne, on Elgin, who lives on the streets. Pray for her safety and an encounter with God, who truly loves her.​
April 29, Please pray for…
Evan on Elgin, who is battling addiction. Pray that God delivers him from this torment.​
April 30, Please pray for…
Terry, whose wallet and phone were stolen. Pray that God miraculously brings it back to him.
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Weekly Prayer Requests
Monday:
Pray for the safety of our Street and Door Outreach Teams this week as they provide emergency provisions and share God’s love. Pray they make meaningful connections.
Tuesday:
Pray for the young people participating in OIM’s Innercity Arts Program; pray that they feel loved by staff and volunteers and that God continues to meet their needs. Pray for the new Fitness program.
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Wednesday:
Pray for the new connections being made at the Innercity Veterans Outreach & Support (IVOS) fellowship; pray that word spreads and those Veterans feel God’s love.
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Thursday:
Pray for the young people in our Step-Up program. Pray that their needs are met and that they continue to progress in their training and development.
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Friday:
Pray for OIM’s finances, for our donors, and for all who support our mission with their time, talent, and treasure. Pray for health, safety, and God’s peace.
Saturday:
Pray for OIM’s Board Members and staff, as they make decisions affecting this ministry.
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Sunday:
Pray for everyone who steps forward daily to provide sandwiches for our Street Friends and weekly to provide other meals for our Youth. Praise God for those who prepare and serve our special meals.
Ministry Prayer Requests
Please pray for the Easter Dinner on May 6th:
Please pray for OIM’s Easter dinner, that all our Street Friends may experience God’s true and eternal love for them.
Please pray for the Youth programs:
​Please pray that God would provide our Youth Coordinator direction, to lead the youth in attaining a higher quality of life and the knowledge of God’s love for them.