Regional Focus: Auckland
Ben Mai is the Manager of Auckland Church Network. Their desire is for the Church to work together for the spiritual & social flourishing of Auckland. Ben & the small team maintain a wide range of relationships across churches & for-purpose organisations. They’re catalysing the Church towards greater unity, focused on connecting leaders, pursuing prayer, multiplying disciples, serving neighbourhoods. Ben has lived in Auckland for 12 years; he is married to Aimee and they have 4-year-old twins, Isaiah & Ella.
Prayer Points
1. Grace received
Thanking God for all He has done and continues to do
– For the significant Godly impact churches & Christian organisations have in our city
– For the Holy Spirit’s work amongst youth & young adults, drawing people to Him – For new churches being planted across the city
– For the growing degree of collaboration amongst churches & Christian organisations
2. Grace for our city
Praying for those in Government and in leadership
– For wisdom, strategic insight & collaboration for our city’s elected officials
– For the upcoming General Election – For those in leadership in business, church, community, education and other spheres
– For those in leadership to live out values of service, courage, humility, equity, and can-do
3. Grace upon grace
Praying for those in need
– For organisations, ministries and churches serving people who are struggling economically
– For those whose reality includes rough sleeping, mental health, food insecurity or addiction
– For an increased sense of belonging through the suburbs and streets of our city – For an outpouring of generosity & love towards those in need across our city
4. Grace shared
Praying for the next generation
– For young people in our city to be full of hope, dreams and visions
– For provision of finance, employment, and deep friendship for young people
– For a fresh move of God among children & young people, bringing salvation & transformation across our city and beyond
– For churches to work together to reach & disciple the next generation