PWS&D (Presbyterian World Service & Development)

PWS&D (Presbyterian World Service & Development) PWS&D is the international development and relief agency of the Presbyterian Church in Canada.

  – We lift up the people of Cuba in prayer—those waiting in long lines, facing hunger, power shortages, and lack of acc...
06/02/2026

– We lift up the people of Cuba in prayer—those waiting in long lines, facing hunger, power shortages, and lack of access to the things they need to survive. We pray that relief comes quickly, that daily needs are met and that aid reaches those who need it most.

📸: ACT Alliance & CCRD

05/28/2026

Joining a project supported by PWS&D’s partner CWSA in Pakistan means Seeta is able to provide for her family today while also looking with hope toward a better future for her family and community.

By participating in Generation to Generation, your support helps families like Seeta’s build sustainable futures for years to come.

Learn more here: WeRespond.ca/generation-to-generation

I learned how to prepare nutritious foods to eat healthier, taking advantage of the food produced in my community.” Afte...
05/28/2026

I learned how to prepare nutritious foods to eat healthier, taking advantage of the food produced in my community.” After participating in a program with PWS&D partner Fraternidad, Margarita and Regina are promoting more sustainable farming in their community. Read more at https://presbyterian.ca/pwsd/promoting-food-security-in-quetzaltenango/.

  –Loving God, we give thanks for the work of your champions—for those sharing your love and mercy around the world. Tha...
05/26/2026

–Loving God, we give thanks for the work of your champions—for those sharing your love and mercy around the world. Thank you for all of your blessings, and for those who are doing the work of your kingdom here on Earth.

Written by Thomas Hillier and Victoria Banfield, PWS&D Champions at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Markham, Ont.

Find more prayers like these in the Unceasing Prayer: Prayers for a More Sustainable, Compassionate and Just World.

  –As PWS&D staff visit our partners in Malawi, we pray for wisdom, mutual learning and meaningful fellowship. May their...
05/19/2026

–As PWS&D staff visit our partners in Malawi, we pray for wisdom, mutual learning and meaningful fellowship. May their time together strengthen relationships, encourage communities and support the important work being done through these times of challenge and change.

05/15/2026

Today, on International Day of Families, we’re reminded that strong families help build strong communities and generations.

Through the Generation to Generation campaign, you can help support families around the world with access to food, livelihoods, health and hope for the future.

Be part of creating lasting change for generations to come!

Visit WeRespond.ca/generation-to-generation to learn more.

  – Gracious God, we bring to you the PWS&D project in Guatemala that is promoting entrepreneurship among Indigenous wom...
05/12/2026

– Gracious God, we bring to you the PWS&D project in Guatemala that is promoting entrepreneurship among Indigenous women. Be with those participating in this program now, and those who have benefited from it in the past. Guide partner staff who provide community members with training in small business development.

Food insecurity is incredibly high in Haiti right now. When Doriana’s mother brought her to the hospital, she was alread...
05/11/2026

Food insecurity is incredibly high in Haiti right now. When Doriana’s mother brought her to the hospital, she was already dangerously malnourished. But she’s now fully recovered after several rounds of therapeutic treatment. Read Doriana’s story to find out how PWS&D is responding at https://presbyterian.ca/pwsd/a-journey-to-healing-in-haiti/.

Happy Mother's Day! We are so thankful for everyone who provides care to children both today and every day!
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day! We are so thankful for everyone who provides care to children both today and every day!

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