We thank the Lord for always being a good and perfect heavenly Father to us. We pray that His unceasing grace and never-ending love emboldens PFC staff, volunteers, supporters and those we serve, to continue to walk in the way He has called us to.
We thank the Lord for the servant-hearted chaplains who serve prisoners every day and ask the Lord to encourage their hearts for the work ahead. We pray that any and all heaviness of working in an in-prison environment would fall away, and instead, the presence of the Lord would bring joy to their labour and […]
Lord, we ask that you fill our social media team with the power of Your creativity! We pray that you will inspire, stretch, and nurture our marketing pieces to powerfully reflect both the heart and the spirit of the ministry to those who follow us.
We pray for those volunteers who are ready and equipped and simply waiting on their institutional clearance so that they can begin serving. We ask that the Lord remove the obstacles that are affecting the process, and pray that these volunteers and many more will be swiftly moved into a place of effective ministry.
We pray for the program preparation and execution of another successful Angel Tree Christmas year! We pray that the program’s reach will continue to extend to more prisoners; that the number of church sponsors will continue to grow (especially in regions that don’t have strong support), and that every financial need for the program will […]
As we approach our fiscal year end, we pray that every new and existing initiative will be abundantly provided for. We give thanks for the goodness of God that has carried us along this far and continue to look to Him for our every need. May the kindness of those who support the ministry be […]
We pray that the perceptions and rhetoric that cause people with and without criminal records to see each other so drastically differently would be demolished in Jesus’ Name. We pray that the minds and hearts of all people - both in and out of prison - would be renewed through God’s Word to see each […]
We thank the Lord for the beautiful treasure it is for our PFC sponsors to serve our community through the Angel Tree Christmas program. We pray that there will be many long-lasting relationships that form through this connection to the community that helps the families of prisoners to find support, friendship, and faith.
Though the path through forgiveness can be a long and winding one, we pray that the examples that we have in Scripture of God the Father sending Jesus, are well received and understood by every participant of the TFJ curriculum. We pray that the freedom that comes through forgiveness would be received by all.
We thank the Lord for an open door to effective ministry and pray that the Lord would continue to put into place all the necessary resources that will be needed to support the work over a very long period. We pray for partnered churches with volunteers who are ready and equipped to serve in a […]
We pray that the Angel Tree Christmas program will find its way far and wide across Canadian prisons and jails so that no incarcerated parent misses out on the opportunity to register for a gift for their child this Christmas. We also pray for an abundance of sponsorship support in every province to meet the […]
Lord, we pray that you open the floodgates of program rooms, program slots, volunteer institutional clearances and growing partnerships with institutions so that our opportunities for in-prison curriculum will continue to flourish across Canada. We thank You for every volunteer You raise up to answer the call of in-prison ministry.
We pray for more opportunities to educate institutions and government about the powerful impact of restorative justice and its positive impacts on society. We pray that many volunteers would be challenged to see the restorative nature of God in Scripture and passionately inspired to see ‘Thy kingdom come on Earth as it is in Heaven’.
We are so thankful for the partnerships of local churches who step forward to meet the growing need for volunteers and sponsors in serving prisoners, ex-prisoners and their families. Despite the challenges of this heavenly work, we pray that churches continue to invest in the safety of their communities by investing their time and gifts […]
We pray for strong strategic planning and concise execution as we continue to work towards developing internal and ministry processes to streamline our organizational workflow. We ask the Lord for clarity of mind, boldness of Spirit, and purity in the motives of our hearts.
As we continue to seek to better understand God’s loving heart toward the concept of biblical justice, we pray for clarity surrounding the issues that exist within our current judicial system so that we can affect the greatest impact in the rightful pursuit of it.
We continue to pray and ask the Lord for the release of giftings of every kind to equip our staff, volunteers, and partners to carry the ministry to prisoners, ex-prisoners, and their families. We pray that the Spirit will align each part of the body in their rightful place so together, we can operate in […]
We continue to pray for wisdom for every volunteer who speaks to prisoner callers on the PFC by Phone line and ask that their conversation is peppered with grace, flooded with mercy, and that we are a community who is always known by our love. We pray that the very words of God would be […]
We pray that the Lord would raise up volunteers to meet every need we have for phone operators on the phone line. We pray that no prisoner ever calls the line and is unable to reach someone ready to pray, guide, or just listen. May the heart of the church be moved to serve.
We continue to pray for holy revelation that draws us closer and matures us in our faith through dreams. We pray that the Spirit will reveal our blind spots and help us to behold the things that we can’t always consciously see and guard the steps of our journey. We pray those who serve and […]
We pray for the safety of all institutional staff and ask the Lord to watch over them in their various roles. We ask the Lord to continue to give workers insight into the environment they are in beyond the role that they play. We ask that they understand the complexities of the systems that surround […]
We pray that the Lord would draw incarcerated men and women deeper into His Word. We pray He would pour out His Holy Spirit liberally upon all to receive understanding and insight regarding who they are in Him. We pray that a restoration of identity will mark every person’s restorative journey.
We are thankful for the diligent efforts of chaplains who serve the many spiritual care needs of prisoners across Canada and pray that the Lord continues to provide every resource and support necessary for them in their work. We pray that they will also find the perfectly etched out spaces for rest.
We pray that more institutions will see the value in maintaining family connections and have the sufficient resources to get involved with PFC’s Angel Tree Christmas program. We pray that no prisoner misses out on this wonderful gift of community connection.
We ask the Lord to continue to lead potential employers to our organization who are willing to do their part in restoring biblical justice by employing releasing prisoners. We thank the Lord for those who have stepped forward and pray that the Lord continues to help us to carve out partnerships who offer this crucial […]
We ask the Lord to continue to inspire community partners with solutions to overcome the challenges to affordable housing. Even though solving this issue is not a part of our mission directly, we thank the Lord for those who are working towards overcoming this challenge and pray for Spirit-led wisdom for them to find a […]
We ask the Lord for a restorative touch over the lives of every volunteer who sacrificially gives of their time and resources to the ministry of reconciling prisoners, ex-prisoners, and their families. We pray that they too are experiencing a restoration of family, finding adequate rest, and encouragement always.
We pray for the Lord to stretch our understanding of mental health and a renewed mind through the lens of Scripture. We pray for hearts filled with grace, and for a heart of humility that is always willing to learn beyond the revelation we currently possess.
We pray for our week-long engagement in Eastern Ontario prisons as we participate in the pre-release fair to assist returning citizens with strategic release planning support. We pray that in every place we go, the sweet-smelling aroma of Christ would be made manifest and that through our lives Jesus will draw many unto himself.
We thank the Lord for this open door of discussion with prisoners preparing to return to society. We pray for guidance in our speech and words as we encourage each one of the strength there is in community, and the hope there is in Christ. May the open hearts of those who are ready for […]
We ask the Lord for supernatural confirmations for those prisoners wrestling with whether the Bridgecare program is for them. We pray that our life and our testimony will speak volumes to the greatness of what God can accomplish through a life that is surrendered to Him. We pray against any discouragement or fear.
We pray God’s blessing over all the men starting a federal sentence in Joyceville Assessment units and also for those who have been designated to what’s called their ‘mother’ institution. We pray that our Father God will direct the steps of their paths towards safety and a renewed hope for a transformed life.
We ask the Lord to uproot the things that seek to divide, sow discord, or compromise the good work that has begun in the lives of everyone involved in our work. Guard our hearts from the things that make us fall away, Lord, and keep us from the path that leads astray. May every good […]
We pray that prisoners would be challenged to see their situation far beyond their physical incarceration alone and begin to contemplate all the levels of freedom that they can enjoy with a renewed mind that sees God clearly. We pray for every artistic gift to be released through prisoners that inspire and motivate them toward […]
We ask the Lord to so amply meet our every financial need as a ministry so that we can direct our attention to the real work necessary for moving the kingdom forward in prison ministry. We thank the Lord for His favour, His provision, and most of all, for His presence that goes with us […]
We pray and ask the Lord that every member of our entire community would receive the guidance that they need for the new season ahead; that the fruit of our labours and investment in the lives of prisoners, ex-prisoners, and their families would speak clearly and humbly to every heart who sacrifices to make this […]
Lord, we pray that you use the local church sponsors to help preserve the gift of connection between incarcerated parents and their children. We also ask that you bless all of the Angel Tree deliveries this year to abound in greater connection for caregivers and their families to find comfort, support, and long lasting friendships […]
We pray that every child who participates in Angel Tree Christmas this year would be deeply blessed through receiving a gift from their parents. We pray that this olive branch of selfless support from sponsors would stir up many to consider the mystery of grace.
We lift up the wonderful Bridgecare introductory work taking place at Maplehurst Correctional Complex to connect returning citizens to greater community support in their reintegration journey and ask the Lord to continue to raise up teams across the country to meet the growing needs of Bridgecare mentors.
We thank the Lord for the many longstanding Bridgecare client connections in our network and pray that the Holy Spirit is taking the conversation deeper, answering the prayer needs for jobs and housing for each unique situation, and helping clients to walk into a greater sense of identity.
We thank the Lord the many counsellors, psychotherapists, employment services workers, and support workers who help to aid our Bridgecare clients in their re-entry journey. We pray that the right resources always find their way to each and every one in their time of need. Go ahead of us, Lord, and prepare us for every […]
We thank the Lord for the clarity and detail that our IT partners have brought to our administrative development project. We pray that the Lord continues to bless their work and ours as we continue to seek to understand each issue and the best way forward for the greatest efficiency and productivity.