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Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) offers three main resource streams on cbmin.org: a seasonal prayer guide, a monthly Prayerline for partners and staff, and Kids Care—a free, five-lesson Bible curriculum for children. It also publishes individual and church versions of a Global Gratitude Day video. All of these are presented as downloadable or viewable resources rather than paid products; the site does not list prices for them.
Prayer Resources
CBM's prayer material is organized around specific issues and a recurring monthly rhythm.
- A CBM Prayer Guide (Fall 2026, Issue 005): A seasonal guide tied to the Fall 2026 theme, in which "plans change, needs emerge, and new opportunities arise." It is framed around sustaining long-term partnerships while allowing flexibility to respond when circumstances shift.
- October Prayerline: A monthly prayer resource that invites readers to "join together in prayer for our partners and staff across the globe." The Prayerline recurs monthly, so it functions as an ongoing way to follow CBM's international work.
How to use them
- Open the Prayer Guide or the current Prayerline from the homepage resource links.
- Read the named partners, staff, and situations for that period.
- Use the listed items as prompts in personal or group prayer; the monthly format supports a recurring slot in a church prayer meeting.
The expected result is a structured, up-to-date prayer list rather than a general appeal. A common snag is timing: the guide is issued by season and the Prayerline by month, so check that you are using the current issue before distributing it to a group.
Kids Care Resources
Kids Care 2026 is titled "God's Big Story" and is described as five free, Bible-based lessons. Each lesson combines videos, Bible stories, games, activities, and stories from around the world, with the stated aim of helping children discover God's story and their part in his mission.
| Feature | What the site states |
|---|---|
| Number of lessons | Five |
| Cost | Free |
| Format | Bible-based lessons with videos, games, activities |
| Content focus | Bible stories plus stories from around the world |
| Intended setting | Children's ministry / kids' programs |
How to use them
- Access the Kids Care Resources section from the homepage.
- Select a lesson from the five-lesson set.
- Prepare the video and activity components before the session; the mix of media and games implies a group setting with playback equipment.
- Use the global stories to connect the Bible story to CBM's work in other countries.
The expected result is a ready-made lesson rather than a bare outline. Because the lessons are free, they suit small churches or volunteer leaders with limited curriculum budgets—but confirm the age range and group size fit your setting, since the page does not specify them.
Global Gratitude Day Videos
CBM provides two versions of a Global Gratitude Day 2026 video: an individual video and a church video. The split lets a single supporter watch on their own, while a congregation can screen a version made for a service. Use the church version for projection during a gathering and the individual version for personal viewing or sharing.
Other Related Resources
The homepage also points to a Joy to and from the World Gift Catalogue, a Christmas giving option supporting locally led ministry, and a September 2026 newsletter. These are giving and news items rather than prayer or teaching material, but they often accompany the resources above in church communications.
Choosing What Fits Your Need
- For a church prayer meeting: the current Prayerline, refreshed monthly.
- For a small group or personal devotional use: the seasonal Prayer Guide.
- For children's ministry: Kids Care 2026, five free lessons.
- For a Sunday service segment: the Global Gratitude Day church video.
Each resource is tied to a dated issue or year, so the practical step is to check the latest release on cbmin.org before planning, rather than relying on an older copy.