MISSIONS
We are called to make Jesus known locally and globally. In Southern Maryland, we partner with local ministries that make known the love of Jesus. Across our state and country, we support church-planters and campus ministers. Across the world, we minister to those outside our borders, through short-term trips, internships, and partnership with our missionaries.
Missionaries of the Month
Esrael Seyum
How you can be praying for him this month:
Praises:
Prayer Requests:
- God is moving across our area—more students are engaging in InterVarsity chapters, showing a growing hunger for Jesus across all campuses.
- We’re celebrating our first-ever graduates from the U.S. Naval Academy—students who met Jesus there and are now stepping into a lifetime of mission! The chapter is growing quickly.
- Praise God for every student who said “yes” to Jesus this semester—each transformed life reflects His faithful pursuit.
- At Chapter Camp, students powerfully encountered God while studying Mark and Genesis, deepening their faith in profound ways.
Prayer Requests:
- Pray that God continues to use InterVarsity to draw more students to Himself.
- Ask for financial provision for the fast-growing Naval Academy ministry—we’re trusting God to meet every need.
- Pray for strength, wisdom, and endurance as I lead across the area, especially in supporting USNA alongside broader responsibilities.
- We need more staff! Pray for committed laborers at CSM, USNA, and Howard as we navigate transitions.
- I’m praying for $9,000 to close the year strong—please ask God to provide every dollar needed.
- Pray for our family—Jill and I are grateful for our three kids and ask for unity, wisdom, and Christ-centered love as we parent and serve.
- Lastly, pray for joy and wisdom as I lead—with humility, faith, and the joy of serving Jesus through InterVarsity.
Rachel Nuhfer
How you can be praying for her this month:
Mission Update:
Thank you for your continued partnership in sharing Jesus' love!
God has called our family to move to northwestern PA, where Shannon is from and his family still lives. This sudden and unexpected move is largely due to Shannon’s father’s declining health.
Praises:
Prayer Requests:
Thank you for your continued partnership in sharing Jesus' love!
God has called our family to move to northwestern PA, where Shannon is from and his family still lives. This sudden and unexpected move is largely due to Shannon’s father’s declining health.
Praises:
- Esrael and I met with the Regional Director for PA, OH, and WV—she said they’ve been praying for staff to transfer, as recruiting post-COVID has been difficult.
- I’ll be serving at Carnegie Mellon and helping plant chapters at campuses near home (Edinboro, Allegheny, Gannon), while also supporting the Mid-Atlantic Region and launching the Access Pathway Fellows program with Esrael to support under-networked staff.
- 33 CSM students attended Chapter Camp—the largest group from any campus!
- Dylan and Abby from Cornerstone were among them.
- The fellowship among CSM students was powerful—clear evidence of Jesus' work in their hearts.
- One student caught in false teaching read the first 8 chapters of Mark over 5 days.
Prayer Requests:
- For a good ending to my time at CSM and in Maryland with students and staff.
- For a smooth transition for prospective new CSM staff.
- That students continue to follow Jesus this summer and at new campuses—may the Spirit remind them of what they’ve learned.
- For grace as I grieve leaving family, deep friendships, and a beloved church of nearly 20 years. I press on in Jesus' name, knowing He is my prize.
- For our kids, Lillian (almost 13) and Graham (10), especially Lillian as she leaves new friendships. Pray they hear from the Lord and find hope.
- That we find a solid church like Cornerstone after our July move.
- For a strong start with my new IV supervisor and success in my new role.