Prayer Bulletin

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Tucked in the middle of the long psalm, Psalm 119, is a brief prayer that has often captured my interest: “I am yours; save me” (Ps. 119:94). In its context it flows out of the eternal reliability of God’s word and confidence that in and through this word the future of the believer is secure. God keeps his promises and he can be trusted. Luther is said to have prayed this prayer at the Diet of Worms. Countless other Christians have as well.

Christian prayer recognises both the confidence and security we have as children of our heavenly Father and at the same time the dependence we have on him to make it to the end as faithful disciples of the Lord Jesus. We can pray both sides of this little prayer with the same boldness. We are his. And we are dependent all through our lives on his unfaltering goodness towards us.

This is our experience as a College as well as Christians learning and teaching within it. God has taken hold of our lives, as Paul would say he has “delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son” (Col. 1:13). Together we are a community of saved people rejoicing in God’s goodness to us. And, at the same time, we are those who cannot rely on our own resources to live and serve faithfully as God’s people. We wait for the return of Jesus who will deliver us from “the wrath to come” (1 Thess.1:10).

The Lord has provided for our College throughout its almost 170 year history. He has brought students to us, raised up faithful teachers, administrators and governors, rescued us when we were in danger of theological distraction as in the 1880s and 1920s, and given us the resources such as the library, student and Faculty accommodation, and more, through the generosity of his people. We have recently received a number of wonderfully encouraging notes of appreciation for the ministry of our graduates in many parts of the world.

We rejoice in our salvation and in the immense privilege of being part of his mission to see his Son honoured in all the world.

At the same time, we know that our present and future are entirely dependent upon his grace and sovereign will. Those who have heard what is happening around the world in the area of theological education will be aware of how fragile the entire enterprise feels at the moment. Yet our God is sovereign, his purposes will be accomplished, and his commitment to his saved people does not waver, even for a moment. So we can trust him even in the most uncertain times.

We at Moore College can echo the prayer of Psalm 119:94. We know that we belong to the Lord. He has made us his own at very great cost to himself, yet offered freely to us who trust in his Son. We know too that it is this Son, Jesus, who “is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him” (Heb. 7:25). Let us then pray together with confidence, “I am yours; save me”.

Your brother in Christ, Mark D. Thompson

This edition of the Prayer Bulletin focuses on current 1st year students and other areas of the College community. Page numbers in brackets after a person’s name refer to profiles in SOCIETAS Magazine 2025. Thank you for your prayers.

SEPTEMBER

Praise God for the opportunity to celebrate Moore College Sunday throughout August and invite parishes to partner with the College in prayer. Give thanks for all those who faithfully pray for the College and ask that God would raise up more people to be praying for the College regularly.

Research Week (1-5 Sept): Pray that our students would be disciplined and productive as they finish assignments and assessments during this non-teaching Research Week.

Give thanks for the Staff & Faculty chapel service happening today. Give thanks for the opportunity to worship God together. Pray that it will be a time of great encouragement.

Cassandra & Tim van den Bosch (1st Year, p15): Give thanks for our recent marriage, and that we’re settling into our new home. Please pray for us as we figure out rhythms of life, and that we would grow together to love Christ more.

John Brackenbury (1st Year, p11): Give thanks for a smooth transition into community life, both at College and at a new church - the Lord has provided generously for me. Pray that I'd grow to know and trust him more truly and deeply as I study.

Spring Break (6-14 Sept): Pray that this time of break from normal College routines would be refreshing and helpful for the students and Faculty. Pray for safety as people travel to be with family and friends.

Sarah Yem (1st Year, p15): Praise God for feeling settled into College and Chappo (student accommodation), and enjoyment of study in semester 2. Pray that I will practically apply my knowledge and study to ministry. Pray that I can train the kids church leaders at West Ryde Anglican in ministry skills and competency.

Tim & Ebony Fernando (1st Year, p12): Please pray for the young adult’s group that together we help lead in Westmead, especially as we lead a course on "Learning the Gospel". Give thanks for the variety of people coming along, including some who are exploring Christianity. Pray also for Ebony’s energy with study and church as she enters the third trimester of pregnancy. 9

David & Amelia Höhne (Faculty): Give thanks for a recent family wedding with many opportunities to testify to the grace of God to our new non-Christian family. Very thankful for the blessing of long service leave. Please pray for the ministry of teaching English to migrants in Anglican churches in Sydney. Pray for the many opportunities that teachers have to share the good news of the gospel and teach people English through reading the Bible. 10

George Stivaktas (1st Year, p15): Pray for guidance and wisdom as I navigate starting new ministries at a new church. Praise God that our church’s new youth group is going well but please pray for energy as the kids are a bundle of energy. Pray also for healing after my surgery.

Tim & Jo Hearne (1st Year, p13): Thank God for the easy transition to Sydney from Newcastle for my wife and myself. Please pray we would balance church and College life well and have humble hearts as we approach learning new things.

Emma & Harrison Rook (1st Year, p14): Please thank God for how much he has grown me this year, and pray that I can lead youth group faithfully.

Kevin Kwong & Yee Kwan Tang (1st Year, p13): Pray for grace to serve and adapt as a student minister in my new church. Pray for healing and strength for my father. Pray for wisdom to balance study, ministry, and family commitments.

Theo & Isabella Jolliffe (1st Year, p13): Thank God for a loving community that we have been a part of this year and pray that we may speak the truth in love in all areas of our lives to the glory of God.

Pray for the whole College community as Term 4 starts today. Pray for the students and Faculty as classes start again and for the families of those who are returning to study. Give thanks for the staff who have been working behind the scenes to keep the College running.

Evan & Maris Kirby (1st Year, p13): Give thanks to God for seeing us through Semester 1 balancing study and a busy home life. Please pray as we think about where God would like us to serve next year.

Stephen & Hayley Bailey (1st Year, p11): Praise God for how He has been growing my appreciation of His immeasurable grace this year. Pray that as a family, we would continue to prioritise time together in God’s word and in prayer.

Daniel & Romy Zahra (1st Year, p15): I would love prayer thanking God for helping me settle into College life. I would love prayer that as I do College, church, and family life throughout this year, that I would delight in the Lord through all these things.

Give thanks for the appointment of Amy Loi to the role of Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Students and Women. Pray for Amy as she adjusts to her new role and gets to know the College.

Ryan & Ellie Anson (1st Year, p11): Give thanks that Ellie and I got married in July! Please pray that we would be establishing God-honouring rhythms in these first few months of marriage.

Talitha & Baptiste Higgs (1st Year, p13): Thank God for the wonderful opportunity it has been for us to study together this year. Please pray for our church community as we look to find a new assistant minister. Pray that God will equip us well to take over the leadership of our church's youth group until then. Thank God for great friendships at church and at College, and for growing in love and knowledge of God. Please pray for discernment for future decision making, particularly with regard to capacity and opportunity for future ministry.

Pray for the Governing Board of the College and it's various committees. Thank God for the great skills and talents that the board members bring to their tasks. Pray for wisdom and discernment as they plan for the future of the College.

Pray for students, Phoebe Guerra, Nick Pearson, Josh Hayward and Angelo Bercasio who are giving talks at different chapel sessions this week. Pray that it would be an encouraging learning experience for them all. Ask that God would grow them through their preparations.

Matt & Wendy Peck (1st Year, p14): Praise God for our precious baby girl! Please pray that we would learn to balance family and study on limited sleep, and pray for wisdom as Matt leads the membership ministry at Bankstown Anglican.

Pray for the students who are still in conversations about where they will do ministry once they finish their time at College at the end of this year. Pray that God would grow their reliance and dependence on him and that he would provide opportunities that would continue to grow and challenge those students.

Pray for the Open Events happening at College today and tomorrow. Pray that many people would attend and hear about the opportunities available at College. Give thanks for the work of the staff and student team running the event.

Grace & Tom Baldwin (1st Year, p11): Give thanks for baby Baldwin expected early October and pray as we navigate family life that we can keep growing in Christlikeness. Thanks for the way God has challenged us during our time at St Martin's Georges Hall & pray for wisdom in how to best love and serve the saints there.

Pray for Faculty member, George Athas who is on study leave for the second half of this year. Pray that this will be a fruitful time away from his regular teaching and pastoral roles at College.

Cameron & Jess Bryant (1st Year, p12): Thank God for the great friendships we have formed so far at our new Church and at College. Pray for us as we lead at youth group, for gospel opportunities and great conversations.

Pray for those students who are learning languages at College. Pray that they would continue to be patient and trust God when facing challenges in their study. Ask that God would grow them in their understanding and love of Christ as they study original languages.

OCTOBER

Give thanks for the 1995 - 1998 Alumni Reunion happening today. Thank God for the faithfulness of the many College graduates seeking to bring glory to Christ wherever they are. Pray that it would be a positive day for all who attend.

Mitch & Hannah Kingsland (1st Year, p13): Praise God for the recent arrival of our 3rd child, Finneas! Please ask God to sustain us as we care for him and our other children (Elsie and Elliot). Pray for us to keep building relationships with people at Park Road Anglican Church.

Give thanks for the many online and face-to-face part-time students at Moore College. Give thanks for their commitment to growing in their knowledge and love of Jesus Christ. Pray that their studies would be a blessing to their current and future ministries.

Laura Bee (1st Year, p11): Thank God for good friendships this year. Pray that God would grow my joy in Christ and in my resilience as I study and serve him this year at church.

William & Tahlia Russell (1st Year, p14): We are so thankful for every good gift God has given. For our daughter Josie, for us fitting into College and its routines, for Jesus. Pray we can continue to juggle roles and relationships in student ministry.

Jonathan Kew (1st Year, p13): Pray that I would continue to grow in my preaching abilities as I actively learn from other preachers. Pray that I would continue to work against sin in my life.

Pray that students would use their time well as they work on assignments and other work due during Research Week (7-10 October).

Give thanks for the Library Seminar on the Huguenots and the French Revolution happening this evening. Pray that many would attend and for Pamela Summers as she presents at the event.

Caitlin Jones (1st Year, p13): Thank God for a smooth adjustment into Newtown and College life, especially for building encouraging friendships. Please pray that I would continue to be diligent in my studies, particularly languages, for a lifetime of serving God for His glory.

Alex & Joy Greaves (1st Year, p13): Thank God for sustaining our family through a prolonged bout of illnesses. Pray as our second daughter arrives in late September, that God would empower us to keep loving one another, and to raise her up in faith in Christ.

Alice Frost (1st Year, p12): Praise God for growing my love for him this year at College. Please pray that I will finish well at Holy Trinity Kingsford at the end of the year and that I would be able to entrust people to God as I leave, especially the youth. Pray for humility and endurance to keep loving and serving Jesus each day. 12

José & Caitlin Billington Tagle (1st Year, p15): Please pray that Caitlin and I will continue to settle into life in Sydney and for our families as they visit - that they would understand the faith that motivated our move and come to a faith in Jesus.

Pray for the Intensive classes happening this week for years one, two and three. Pray for the lecturers delivering content, that they would teach with creativity and clarity in a busy week.

Give thanks for Kara Hartley, Archdeacon for Women in the Sydney Diocese who is speaking at women's chapel this week. Pray that this will be a helpful and reflective time for all who attend the chapel service.

Matt & Stephanie Chiu (1st Year, p12): Praise God for helping us settle into so many changes smoothly this year. Pray for us as we prepare to be parents in November, and that we might love and raise our baby to know and love Jesus.

Pray for all those in the College community who are involved with Synod over the next two weeks. Pray for them as they attend and balance all the responsibilities that are involved.

Cameron Clifford (1st Year, p12): Pray for sustained energy and wisdom in balancing study, church responsibilities and good rest. Also, pray I would continue to grow in my love and care for the people I am serving within my church at St Barnabas, Ingleburn.

Give thanks for the group of men gathering today to pray for the College. Give thanks for their faithfulness and commitment to praying for the College over many years. Praise God for his kindness in allowing us to approach him in prayer. 19

Tina Luo (1st Year, p14): Please thank God for His provision for me. Please pray that the required amount of fundraising needed for the remainder of this year will be forthcoming. Please pray that I would learn different skills and be equipped to serve Him in ministry. 20

Matty & Charlotte Burke (1st Year, p12): Please pray for my (Matty) fight for personal godliness - the Lord in His kindness has been making me more aware of some lingering sins, so please pray He would strengthen me to put them to death.

Jasper & Nicola Smith (1st Year, p14): Thank God for his provision to us of the College community, and our enjoyment of College so far. Pray that my wife and I would balance our responsibilities well as we both study, work and raise our two daughters.

Give thanks for the opportunity to share some of the treasures in the Donald Robinson Library Rare Book collection with the public at today's exhibition. Give thanks for the library team who have put this event and exhibition together.

Day of Prayer: Give thanks for the opportunity that the whole College community has to come before our great God together in prayer for the 2025 exiting students. Pray that this will be an encouraging time for the community.

Emily Birch (1st Year, p11): Give thanks for a warm welcome from the Moore community and an easy settling into "Chappo" student accommodation. Please pray for grace to make the most of the opportunities available here at College, and wisdom for upcoming decisions.

Josh & Amy Chin (1st Year, p12): Serving at Lugarno Anglican Church. Please pray for God to grow and sustain our children and youth, and our new Mandarin congregation. Pray also for our ministers Alan Lam and Elvin Hong to be faithful and courageous stewards of God's Word. 26

Simon & Margie Gillham (Faculty, p48): Give thanks with Simon and Margie for a wonderful gospel partnership at Moore College over nearly ten years. Pray for them as they navigate the transition back to the mission field. That God would bless them with wisdom and energy to finish their current ministry season faithfully and well. That God would continue to sustain them, in part through the network of deep and precious relationships that they enjoy with friends in the College community.

Pray for all those who are attending the Centre for Christian Living (CCL) Smartphone Disciple workshop tonight. Pray that people would be open to discussions and helpfully challenged in their thinking. Give thanks for the work of Tony Payne and the CCL team who have put together the event. 28

Ben & Madeline Linder (1st Year, p13): Very thankful for College community, teaching, chapel and food! Please pray for continued energy for the long commute and the ability to keep spending good time discipling our children at home. Sermons are hard work, please pray for perseverance and humility in the preparation and ongoing learning process with preaching!

Give thanks for the 2005 - 2008 Alumni reunion happening today. Pray that those returning to College would enjoy their day and be encouraged by their time reconnecting with their peers. Praise God for his faithfulness to many of our graduates over the years.

Wira Wibowo (1st Year, p15): Pray that I would stay motivated to study and for more opportunities and courage to share the gospel outside College. Pray also that I would develop my writing skills.

Ryan & Natasha Betbeder-Matibet (1st Year, p11): Give thanks for the new addition to our family in our son Avery. Pray for us as we prioritise our relationships and responsibilities in light of this. Give thanks for the Lord's provision and kindness in giving us what we need and keeping Avery healthy. We would love prayer for my (Natasha) family as I keep studying. Ask that God would be changing their hearts and helping them to see their need for Jesus.

NOVEMBER

Bridget Allen (1st Year, p11): Thank God for the joy that first year has been so far. Pray for continued growth in knowledge, love, humility and service. Ask God to continue saving and transforming people at Living Water Redfern for the glory of His Son.

Ben & Ellen John (1st Year, p13): Give thanks we have settled into Sydney and College life well. Please pray that the Lord will give us joy and perseverance in studies, church and home life. Pray that the Lord will give us unity and clarity about the future and be preparing us for this.

Pray for the fourth year students at College as they spend this week as a 'Research Week' completing assignments and other class work ahead of exams later this month.

Trinity & Daniel Elvery (1st & 2nd Year, p12 & p23): Please pray that Daniel and I would continue to prioritise our personal relationships with God; that we would grow in our knowledge and love of him. Please also pray that we would be good stewards of our time and would love and serve each other and those we minister to well.

Andy & Bethany Rowlands (1st Year, p14): Pray that we'd humbly and joyfully serve Christ's people at College and St Barnabas Fairfield. Ask God to grow us in patience and wisdom so that we can raise Claudia in the knowledge and love of the Lord.

Give thanks for the gathering of women from the College community this evening to celebrate the end of year for the Moorewomen community. Pray that it would be a joyful occasion as the group reflects on the year.

Tim & Claudia Worton (1st Year, p15): I would love prayer that God would help to guide me through this semester to successfully complete my Advanced Diploma, and that He would soon reveal His plans for me post College next year, to work for His glory.

Matt Collins (1st Year, p12): Pray for grace in preparing sermons and reading the Bible with young men at church. Pray for growth in godliness and humility as I study and manage my time. Pray for wisdom thinking about future plans.

Kate Cooper (1st Year, p12): Pray in thanks for kids' church, with engagement in discussion groups and love for Jesus growing over the past two terms in Romans. Please ask that I would have patience and wisdom as I lead the team for this group, and I would balance my responsibilities well.

Pray for the Faculty Conference taking place today and tomorrow. Ask that this would be a fruitful time of planning for next year and reflection on 2025. Give thanks for all the Faculty members at College and pray that they would continue to be humble servants of Christ.

Ethan & Emma Moxham (1st Year, p14): Pray for Ethan as he juggles full-time study and student ministry at Grace Church International (Kogarah), and for Emma as she works full time and supports him. Ask for strength, joy, and wisdom in this season, and that their marriage would be marked by grace and unity as they serve God together. Pray that their Wednesday night Bible Study would grow in love for Jesus and one another, and that Ethan and Emma would lead with grace, clarity, and prayerful hearts.

Nick Ward (1st Year, p15): Please pray that I keep trusting, obeying and remaining happy in Jesus. Pray too that I would tremble at His Word as I study here at College.

Matt & Indira Ryan (1st Year, p14): Please be praying for my student ministry as I focus on the traditional prayer book service, so that I can care for those who attend in a manner that reflects the love of Christ. Please also be praying for my wife Indira and I as we excitedly await the birth of our firstborn!

Joshua Charles (1st Year, p12): Please pray that God will deepen my trust and love for Him even through the complexities of understanding His Word. Pray also that He will give me wisdom as I disciple some youth group members and help prepare them for life without youth group after school next year.

Sarah Kim (1st Year, p13): Please pray for me to be attentive when spending time with God in his word, and to also grow in love for my church family in the steady process of still getting to know members.

Tom & Jess Habib (Faculty): Thank God for the privilege of being part of this College community, and the many blessings and opportunities that it brings. Pray for our family, particularly for Jess with her ongoing chronic migraines, that God would sustain and heal her. Thank God for the care and support we receive from so many around us.

David & Karyn Twohill (1st Year, p15): Please pray for us to be grateful and give thanks to God always, particularly as we continue to adjust to College, and learn to balance family and student ministry life.

Andrew & Jean Shead (Faculty, p49): Give thanks for the joy and privilege of supporting students as they learn and grow towards lives of Christian service, and for the gifts of good health and a loving family. Pray for the preparation of Bible studies for the Queensland CMS Summer School next January, on the book of Lamentations.

Give thanks for all the chaplains at College that care for the students as they study at College. Pray that they would be wise and compassionate as they listen and support their chaplaincy groups. Pray for them as they manage their chaplaincy responsibilities alongside other responsibilities.

Give thanks for the opportunity to celebrate all the work of the 2025 exiting students at the Exiting Students' dinner tonight. Pray that it would be an enjoyable night of celebration and reflection of their time at College. 21

This Final Friday marks the end of the year for students. Give thanks for all that the students have learnt throughout the year. Pray for the students as they start to apply their learning to their lives and wrap up their time at College for 2025.

Catherine Burley (1st Year, p12): Pray for transformation into the image of Christ and that my priorities would be aligned with God’s. Pray for energy and wisdom to love my family well from afar, especially my parents and non-Christian siblings.

Trung & Tramanh Nguyen (1st Year, p14): Thank God for bringing Arlo into this world. Pray for Tramanh as she juggles the toddler and newborn life. Pray for me that I will grow in Christlikeness as I study His word and love my family.

Davey & Charlotte Lovell (1st Year, p14): Give thanks for a wonderful church and staff team at All Saints Petersham and St Peter's Cooks River. Please pray I'd enjoy the gift of this season of study and use my time well for studying the wonder of Jesus.

Joanna & Andrew Barich (1st & 2nd Year, p11 and 22): Pray for Andrew and I as we seek to leave St Luke’s Liverpool well at the end of the year. Pray that we may train up leaders to lead bible studies, upfront ministries and disciple others before we leave. 26

Yuya & Mikuni Shimada (1st Year, p14): Praise God for his provision and protection over our moving from Japan to Sydney despite the delayed visas! Please pray for perseverance, faithfulness, humility and wisdom for Yuya and Mikuni in studying, parenting and serving at Sydney Evangelical Japanese Church. 27

Tim & Jessamine Hutchinson (1st Year, p13): Please pray for myself and my family that we will continue to grow in our love and dependence on Jesus. Also, for our brothers and sisters who we serve alongside at Hoxton Park and Liverpool South.

Talita Berberian (1st Year, p11): Thank God for the opportunity to study at Moore this year. As my time at College comes to an end, please pray that the Lord would provide clarity for how he would have me serve him and others in 2026.

Samuel & Judith Garrard (1st Year, p13): We are very thankful for our church family, new from this year, and for the Lord’s provision for us in many ways. We ask for wisdom to know how best to use our time in Sydney and fortitude to then go and do it.

Pray for the students who are changing churches and student ministries at the end of this year. Pray for energy, excitement and perseverance as they navigate those changes.

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Prayer Bulletin - 2025 Sept - Nov

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER