Matthew 9:35-38

35Jesus went to all the towns and villages. He taught in the synagogues and spread the Good News of the kingdom. He also cured every disease and sickness.

36When he saw the crowds, he felt sorry for them. They were troubled and helpless like sheep without a shepherd.

37Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is large, but the workers are few.

38So ask the Lord who gives this harvest to send workers to harvest his crops.”