LET’S PRAY TOGETHER
“REJOICE ALWAYS, PRAY WITHOUT CEASING, IN EVERYTHING GIVE THANKS; FOR THIS IS THE WILL OF GOD IN CHRIST JESUS FOR YOU.” 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18
Prayer Calendar May 2026
FRI MAY 1 – Pray today for our staff, faculty, and students as the semester soon draws to a close. May the Lord provide the needed wisdom, energy, and purpose to finish well. And thank Him for His leading and direction throughout the past months.
Luke 21:20-38
SAT MAY 2 – Remember in prayer Temo (BC’24) and Melea (ICS’24) Ramos, who serve with Rio Grande Global, a branch of RGBM that helps Spanish-speaking churches to become involved in sending and supporting their own missionaries.
Luke 22:1-20
SUN MAY 3 – Radio Esperanza continues to send forth the good news of the Gospel, twenty-four hours a day. Ask God to give wisdom to those who are speaking on the air, working on the equipment, counseling listeners, and producing the programs.
Luke 22:21-46
MON MAY 4 – Dean of Women, Diana Silva (SB’18), will appreciate prayer as she helps “her girls” to finish the semester and prepare to leave for the summer. Ask the Lord to refresh and bless her during this break before classes begin again in August.
Luke 22 47-71
TUE MAY 5 – Most of our Winter Volunteers have now returned to their homes throughout North America. Thank the Lord for all that they accomplished at the campus this winter, and pray that many will return in the fall.
Luke 23:1-25
WED MAY 6 – Jeff and Marilee Nelson (MLS’78) will appreciate prayer as they serve the Lord in the US after many years abroad. They live in the Chicago area, where they continue ministering with One Challenge.
Luke 23:26-56
THU MAY 7 – Remember in prayer those who have applied to study with us in the fall semester. Ask God to encourage them as they trust Him to supply all they will need for this new venture.
Luke 24:1-35
FRI MAY 8 – Please pray for the development of new Satellite Schools, in addition to the one in South Dakota. This will enable students to study with Rio Grande in areas closer to their homes, both in the US and abroad.
Luke 24:36-53
SAT MAY 9 – Remember the students as they have their Final Exams during the next several days. Ask the Lord to give them calmness and the ability to recall what they have studied.
John 1:1-28
SUN MAY 10 – Today is the last Sunday this semester that our students will serve in local churches. Thank the Lord for their involvement in various ways, and the fellowship they enjoyed with local believers.
John 1:29-51
MON MAY 11 – We ask you to pray today for staff members Doug and Amy Roeglin (both MLS ’92). Amy serves in the finance area, and Doug, formerly our graphic designer, is dealing with health issues.
John 2
TUE MAY 12 – It’s Graduation time tonight. Pray for our students as they say good-bye to teachers, classmates, and other friends. May they follow the Lord’s leading to the ministries that await them.
John 3:1-18
WED MAY 13 – Our Media staff will appreciate prayer as they adapt to recent changes. Ask the Lord for grace and guidance for each one, as together they serve the rest of the Rio Grande staff, students, and online friends.
John 3:19-36
THU MAY 14 – Joel (SB’17) and Ana Ruiz moved to Hot Springs, South Dakota, last year to lead Rio Grande’s first satellite school. Pray for God’s guidance as they adapt to new responsibilities and environment.
John 4:1-30
FRI MAY 15 – Cornerstone, a one-year program taught in English, will be introduced in Edinburg and in S. Dakota this fall. It is designed to give English speakers a biblical basis before they go on to study or to work. Prayers are welcomed as plans develop.
John 4:31-54
SAT MAY 16 – As campus dorms close today, we ask your prayers for the students who will soon be fanning out all over the globe. May God go before them and give them the joy of leading many to Him.
John 5:1-24
SUN MAY 17 – Lynford and Sharon Regier (MLS ’93) live in Kansas, but their hearts are still in Ecuador, their home for many years. Pray for them as they stay in contact with friends there and encourage them online.
John 5:25-47
MON MAY 18 – Larry (MLS’97) and Becky (Geary, MLS’85) Saylors welcome prayers as they continue on our staff. Larry is the campus printer, and Becky ministers to children in a local church.
John 6:1-21
TUE MAY 19 – Many of our staff members will be traveling this summer. Please pray for safety for them as they visit friends, family, and congregations, sharing what God is doing at Rio Grande.
John 6:22-44
WED MAY 20 – Staff members Roberto (SB’16) and Ruth (Leon) Serna will appreciate prayer. Roberto is a spiritual life advisor for the students, and Ruth serves in the language area. May God bless them this summer and as they prepare for the fall term.
John 6:45-71
THU MAY 21 – Pray for the staff who will remain on the campus during most of the summer. Some will be working outside in the South Texas heat, while others will be inside, but all will welcome periodic rain.
John 7:1-27
FRI MAY 22 – Pray for Heriberto and Abigail Reyes, who are in the OPT (Optional Practical Training) program for foreign students. They are currently helping to prepare for the opening of the extension school in South Dakota.
John 7:28-53
SAT MAY 23 – Pray for our students who are on mission trips this summer. They will be experiencing many new things in different cultures. May God use them to share the Good News of the Gospel.
John 8:1-27
SUN MAY 24 – Mario (SB’09) and Aude (SB ’16) Sotelo have served for many years at Radio Esperanza, our radio ministry. Ask the Lord to continue using them to share the Gospel with the radio audience.
John 8:28-59
MON MAY 25 – Pray for Rio Grande leaders and Board members as they plan for the future. May God guide them as they seek His will in the many opportunities that arise.
John 9:1-23
TUE MAY 26 – Abdiel and Debbie (Torrez) Hernandez (both SB ’21) live in South Texas as they raise support in order to serve with Avant. They will appreciate prayer as they look to the Lord for His timing.
John 9:24-41
WED MAY 27 – Bethamy Anderson and her sister Corrie (both MLS’08) continue to lead busy lives in Mexico. They teach piano and English and are part of a group who are planning to start a new church. Please pray for them today.
John 10:1-23
THU MAY 28 – Pray for staff members Keith and Debbie Swartzbaugh. Keith is the Registrar, keeping the records of all the students. Debbie had serious health issues in the past, but is much better now.
John 10:24-42
FRI MAY 29 – Thank the Lord for all those who support our staff members with prayer and finances. Without their investment, Rio Grande would not be able to train those whom God has called to study here.
John 11:1-29
SAT MAY 30 – Rio Grande staff members Glenn and Teodora Urquhart serve the Lord in several ways—Glenn in the classroom and Teodora as a receptionist in the Great Commission Building. Please pray for them and their family today.
John 11:30-57
SUN MAY 31 – Enid Sanford (MLS’85) enjoys serving on the staff at Rio Grande and will appreciate your prayers for guidance as she writes this publication and contributes to the Rio Grande Magazine.
John 12:1-26