Day 4 – His Story

Tell Archippus: “See to it that you complete the work you have received in the Lord.” - Colossians 4:17

Our God is a God of hope. Across Africa and around the world, there are thousands of children who are living in fear and have no hope for their future. Daily, they experience the trauma of hunger, abuse, war, sickness and pandemics such as COVID-19, and the breaking down of families. But God has not forsaken them. He has called together His body to bring hope to the hopeless. Pray for this hope to be known by everyone!

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Day 3 – My Life

I also told them about the gracious hand of my God on me and what the king had said to me. They replied, “Let us start rebuilding.” So, they began this good work. – Nehemiah 2:18

Over the years, men and women from around the world have answered the call to serve the most vulnerable alongside George and Carolyn and Hands at Work. Each one of us is a part of this, whether it is your first time joining us for 40 Days of Prayer, you’ve come on a team, are part of a partner church, volunteer your time in your home country or have committed your life to serving in Africa. We all have a story to tell. Today, spend time reflecting on your life. Thank God for His faithfulness. Pray for a sensitivity to the Holy Spirit and a willingness to see and hear all that He wants to show you.

My Life: Joyce, a Care Worker in Malakota Community, Zambia

“I became a Care Worker because that’s what God calls us to do. Many children have no mother or father. I want to comfort them. It is good to be Jesus’ servant.”

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Day 2 – Our Journey

But now, this is what the Lord says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. – Isaiah 43:1

30 years ago, God called George and Carolyn Snyman, co-founders of Hands at Work, out of their ordinary lives and into the unknown of serving the most vulnerable and knowing them by name. Ten years later, Hands at Work was started. Mwete represents these children. As we begin 40 Days of Prayer, reflect on Mwete’s story and other children who you know by name. Praise God that each child is known by name and has been seen by Care Workers. Pray that they will know God’s love and will experience a sense of belonging and hope for their future.

As the Snyman’s conviction grew, so did their unsettledness. They soon realised that the trajectory of their privileged lives could never accommodate a response to the poor and destitute. “We realised that everything that seemed to give us security, were the very things that kept us away from dealing with the poverty,” George says.

Read more about George and Carolyn's journey that lead them to starting Hands at Work: https://www.handsatwork.org/history

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Day 1 – Celebrating 20 Years

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And on that day you will say, “Give thanks to the LORD, call on His name. Make known His deeds among the peoples; make them remember that His name is exalted.” Praise the LORD in song, for He has done glorious things; let this be known throughout the earth. - Isaiah 12:4-5

As we begin 40 Days of Prayer, we want to first pause and spend time giving thanks for all that God has done. He is a faithful Father and we choose to celebrate! We trust in all that He will do in the years to come.

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A Collection of Photos from the last 20 Years!

Meet Adrian

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. - Ephesians 4:32

Adrian* is five years old and the youngest of four boys being raised by his mother, after the passing of their father. Her overwhelming grief led her to the abuse of alcohol, impacting her ability to earn an income, as well as to physically, emotionally and spiritually care for her children.  

When neighours noticed her inconsistent presence and lack of care, they brought the situation to the attention of the Care Workers. Acting with compassion, the Care Workers invited Adrian, and his siblings, to be a part of the daily activities of the Care Point. 

Last year, the family's house was completely demolished by heavy rains. Hands at Work was able to assist in building a new home for the family, which has had an incredible impact on Adrian's mother. Full of gratitude to God, she started attending church and making an effort to improve her well-being, and the well-being of her family. 

Today we encourage you to take time to pray for Adrian and the other children who you know by name.