​During Easter weekend we were reminded afresh that Christ died for us to bring salvation. He not only died but rose from the dead and we have the wonderful privilege to serve a risen Saviour! May we do so whole heartedly!

The new year has started and it is our prayer and desire that the Lord will use the ministry of Mukhanyo Theological College during 2019. Thank you that we may again share some prayer requests in this regard.

1. Thank the Lord for the time of rest all our staff and students could enjoy during the annual holidays over Christmas and New Year and that everybody returned safely.
   
2. Thank the Lord for the new students that joined us at KwaMhlanga campus as well as at the Learning Centres in Pretoria and Johannesburg. Please pray that they will soon feel at home and will get used to their new environment.
3. Thank the Lord with us that a suitable venue for our Pretoria Learning Centre was found and that the necessary renovations could be completed in time to re-open there after the holidays. The renovations at Johannesburg Learning Centre were also completed. Thank the Lord for His provision!
4. Several of our students have difficulty meeting their financial needs – even after receiving a bursary for part of their fees. Pray that the Lord will provide for them so that they can continue.
5. This year we could officially launch the B.Th. Honours at our KwaMhlanga campus. Thank the Lord for this addition to our programme and pray that students will be better equipped for ministry.
6. We are greatly encouraged that most dragging uncertainties regarding MTC’s accreditation matters are sorted. Pray that we will also receive a positive outcome on our application for the two Higher Certificates soon. (These two courses of one year each, will replace the Diploma course which we have to discontinue in the future.)
7. Our Graduation Ceremony is planned for Saturday 9 March – please pray for those who have to deal with the many logistics in preparation for this.
8. We thank the Lord for the many Distance Groups that use our programme. Many of these students are studying part-time. Pray that they will persevere and that the Lord will use them as witnesses for Him in their surroundings.
9. Pray that all our staff and students will be faithful in their walk with the Lord and will grow in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour. Some come from families that are not Christians – please pray that the Lord will strengthen them spiritually and that their lives may be living testimonies.

September is the month when we become aware of Spring, the new summer season, as we notice new life in nature around us. It is our prayer that the ministry of Mukhanyo may have a spiritually life-giving influence on many and that the Lord will continue to use and bless it. Please thank and pray with us for the following:

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1. Thank the Lord with us for His faithful provision that the ministry of Mukhanyo can continue. We receive that from His hand and continue to trust Him for all that is needed.
2. Our students need our regular prayer support. Some come from families where they are the only Christians and it can at times be a challenge to be a witness for Christ. Pray that they will stand strong and that the Lord will use them to His glory in their spheres of influence.
3. Several of our students are involved in regular ministry in churches and in the community. Please pray that the Lord will bless and use these efforts to bring many to saving faith in Christ.
4. We will have two visiting lecturers at KwaMhlanga campus during September, namely Andrew Gilhooley and Sechaba Legoete, teaching one module each. Please pray that their visit to Mukhanyo will be a time of rich blessing to them and the students.
5. Pray that our students (full-time, part-time and distance) will be successful in their studies and will grow spiritually through what they learn.
6. Although there are a few options for another building for our Pretoria learning centre, nothing seems to finalise yet. Please pray that the Lord will open the right doors so that we can start the new academic year (January 2019) from our new location.
7. Thank the Lord for all the staff that are faithfully serving in this ministry and pray that He will keep them united and focused on the key ministry of Mukhanyo, namely to train church leaders who labour towards the spreading of the. 

​“You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.” (2 Timothy 2:1-2)

These where Paul’s words to Timothy.

This is also what we are seeking to do at Mukhanyo – through our normal Theological training, but also through events like our Bible College Consultation that is coming up. The following points can be a guide to pray for us please.

1. Exams for our full-time Theology students will be coming to an end early in June. Thank the Lord for each student who is studying at Mukhanyo.
2. Please pray for our full-time Theology students who will be enjoying a break from early June until mid-July. Pray that the Lord will use them as witnesses for Him in their homes and communities and that their ministry in churches will be a blessing.
3. Thank the Lord for His provision for Mukhanyo and for all the staff who are serving Him here. There are also a few vacancies. Please pray for committed people who will share in our vision to join us in this part of His vineyard.
4. Thank the Lord that the conference on Child and Youth Evangelism on 5 May and the Alumni meeting on 12 May were well attended and went well.
5. Events on the calendar.
   - Saturday 2 June – Youth Conference at KwaMhlanga Campus with theme: “The power and danger of Social Media”.
   - Tuesday 5 June – Staff Forum at KwaMhlanga Campus
   - Thursday 7 June – Pastors’ Conference (Johannesburg). Theme: “Rediscovering the doctrines that shook the world”.
   - Thursday 14 June – General Assessment meeting attended by all faculty as well as an Executive Committee meeting.
6. Annual Bible College Consultation 19 – 21 June: For the past seven years this is an important event and highlight on the MTC calendar during which we seek to bring people from different Theological schools and colleges together to receive good teaching and to see how we strengthen and support one another. By God’s grace it was a great blessing in the past and was of great help to those in this type of ministry. Please pray with us for:
   - That many will register and be able to attend.
   - Good progress with all the practical preparations which will take place – especially from around the 13th.
   - That those who will attend, will travel safely to and from the event. Several people will be travelling as far as from countries further north in Africa.
   - For the speakers, that the Lord will help them in their preparations and bless and use their presentations.
   - For blessed fellowship among the attendees as they will be sharing joys, sorrows and ideas. -
   - For all the practical matters like: favourable weather conditions (it will be mid-winter), that all the equipment used will function well, good health of speakers, organizers and attendees, etc.

May the Lord bless you as are standing with us through your prayers!