The World Day of Prayer service will be held on Friday, March 1, at Knox Presbyterian Church, starting at 10:30 a.m.
The World Day of Prayer service will be held on Friday, March 1, at Knox Presbyterian Church, starting at 10:30 a.m.
This year's theme of this internationally-observed annual prayer day was put together by the women of France, with the theme, "I Was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me".
According to the service organizers, "Our experiences of being a stranger and then being welcomed empower us to build connections and create community where all are welcomed."
The women of France introduce six women on their committee, andlearn that some have from other parts of Europe and Africa. With this introduction comes the realization that the World Day of Prayer committee of France is inclusive and representative of the multicultural complexity of France.
Residents are invited to the World Day of Prayer service and learn more about the heritage and culture of France. Join Christians from over 170 countries around the world and 2,000 communities across Canada who will gather in solidarity to pray and act with the people of France.
In Canada, the World Day of Prayer is coordinated by the Women's Inter-Church Council of Canada. The event first began in 1920, organized by women in Canada and the U.S., and became international in scope in 1922.
