Prayer

July 2020

7/15/2020

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Abiding - The Lord has been highlighting the truth that all true fruitfulness comes out of the place of abiding in the Vine. Pray for the Church as we minister this summer and look toward the fall, that all our efforts would be sourced in intimacy with Christ.
Small Groups - The Lord spoke to the Canadian Prophetic Council at the beginning of April that small groups would be where the “weight of the Spirit” would be in the next season. Pray that we would see the potential of small groups through God’s eyes, that they would be dynamic places of discipleship, prayer, care, worship and mission.
Families- These are days of harvest. Pray for whole families to come to faith, intercede for all unbelieving family members.
Buildings - With the huge disruption of Covid, pray for buildings that were formerly financially out of reach to become centres of worship and ministry as we come out of isolation. Pray for the Church to become more visible and accessible in the public square. Consider the word in January “Rezone, Renovate, Restructure” — we are now hearing, “Repurpose, relocate, revive”!
Discernment - God is speaking to His Church with wisdom and peace, yet the internet gives platform for all who say they have a prophetic word-- without the vital weighing or testing that scripture requires. As a result, fear and confusion are increasing. Contend now for the Church to grow in discernment. Cry out for mature leaders to be given stronger voices, bringing wisdom from above to the Body of Christ.

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June 2020

6/15/2020

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Justice - We are in a unique moment where voices of the oppressed that have been unheeded for so long, are suddenly being heard. Pray for the Church to listen well. Seek the Lord that we would be a vessel for justice and healing, while also bringing God’s grace and redemption, even to the oppressors. May His kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven.
Transition - As we move into partial re-openings of church services after the Covid shutdowns, pray for the Church. We are dependent on God’s wisdom and strategy to show us how to gather, how to care for our kids, and how to do mission.
Children - The Lord is very strongly highlighting children in this hour. He wants to work among the kids, meet them, train them in His ways. He also wants to see multitudes of kids meet Jesus. Pray for a great harvest and discipling of children.
Harvest - The Great Commission Day of Prayer was a glorious expression of national unity and intercession. The wind of the Spirit so filled this time, it was clear that this is completely in line with what God is doing right now. Continue to fervently pray for the harvest.
Humility - Contend for deep and genuine humility to be formed into the Church, equipping us to be agents of healing and reconciliation, people who seek to serve rather than being served, people of prayer, and those who attract the presence of God.

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May 2020

5/16/2020

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Service- Pray for the Church of Canada to respond selflessly to the “felt needs” of our nation in these challenging days. May the Father grant us the grace to love in not just word but in deed and to “be Jesus” to those who are suffering and fearful right now.
Online Evangelism- Crisis can be a place of opportunity! Contend for the impact and fruitfulness of online church services, bible studies, prayer and ministry. This could be an extraordinary moment for the preaching of the gospel in our nation. “Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you.” 2 Thess. 3:1
Pastors- Continue to hold pastors up in intercession as they, along with their leadership teams pivot and respond to our “new normal”. Pray for the Holy Spirit to guide into the creative ways He has for us to thrive and minster, and for the Church to stay in trustful dependence on Him.
Businesses- Pray for kingdom business across the nation to rise up and prosper, even in the current climate. Pray for innovative ideas, and new partnerships. Pray that the staff would be protected from illness and the spirit of fear.
Great Commission- Cry out now for the gift and ministry of evangelism to burst forth from the Church; contend for the people of God to be awakened and mobilized into the harvest like never before in our nation. Join in the Great Commission Day of Prayer on May 21st, believing for an unprecedented move of God!!

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Please note: In this time of Covid-19, we assume there is much prayer for the ending of this pandemic, for healing of the sick and for our health workers and government leaders. These prayer points are evident to all. Below are more prophetically discerned prayer focuses, which don’t in any way minimize the importance of praying for the ending of the pandemic.

Neighbours- Everyone is home and there is a new opportunity for neighbourhood relationships. Pray for Christians across the nation to bless, serve and share Jesus with their neighbours. The Lord wants to activate us as salt and light, right where he’s planted us!
The Poor - During this time of Covid lockdown, how important to remember the poor, the addicted, and the homeless, with compassion. Intercede for these ones who are so vulnerable, but also pray that the Church (with wisdom) steps into the need.
Spiritual Disciplines- Contend for the people of God not to squander this lockdown time, but rather grow in the spiritual disciplines that will take our roots deeper into intimacy and relationship with Jesus. This is a time to get oil in our lamps! (Mt 25:1-13)
Sabbath- Stand in the gap for the Church to find the place of true sabbath - the rest of abiding in Christ- in this hour. Pray as well that we would have the rhythm of weekly sabbath restored to us so we could grow in dependance on Christ. Intercede that we will be cleansed from all our performance and attempt to earn favour by works.
Leaders - In a crisis, leadership is more important than ever. Pray specifically for local pastors and their leadership teams, as they shepherd their people through this crisis, care for the sick and needy, counsel the fearful, pursue mission, and discern the path forward for their church to flourish! Pray for protection over all Christian leaders right now.
Vision- Inscribed on the Peace Tower are these words: “Where there is no vision, the people perish” (KJV Prov 29:18) Or in the ESV “Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint” This is a word for Canada right now— it is vital that the Church receive clear revelation of God’s purposes in this time so we don’t end up fighting again them, but rather fully embrace them.

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March 2020

3/15/2020

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COVID-19 - Pray for the end of this pandemic. Pray for the scientists working on treatments, or vaccines. Pray for healthcare workers on the frontlines. Pray for all those afflicted, that they would be healed, but also that they would turn to the Lord in these dark hours. Pray for those under quarantine, that the extra time would give them an opportunity to consider their need for Jesus.
For Such a Time as This- Pray that this hour of pandemic becomes the Church’s finest hour. That we not shrink back in fear and self- preservation, but genuinely serve and care for those in need. Pray for wise, innovative and collaborative, outreach initiatives to be launched through uniting many churches who serve the same neighborhoods. Pray for Church leaders to model a proactive, faith-filled posture.
Peace - Intercede for the Church in Canada to walk in radical peace in this hour. May the peace and presence of God, not just keep us, but be a glorious testimony to those around us of the reality and care of our God. Contend for those struggling with anxiety — that the presence of God would overwhelm them.
The Jesus Fast Meets Lent - Tens of thousands in the Charismatic world are in the midst of the Jesus Fast, asking the Lord for a release of world-wide evangelism — while, at the same time —millions are also fasting because it is the season of Lent, (which is a fast of repentance). What a powerful combination! Pray that the Lord hears both these cries and releases repentance and evangelism globally — unto revival!
Seniors - The most vulnerable people in this season are our seniors. They are the ones who live off of investment income (which has just been dramatically reduced) and who are high risk for complications if they catch the COVID-19 virus. Pray for compassionate, Spirit-led outreach to be focused on our seniors. May thousands discover the love of God in their last years.

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February 2020

2/15/2020

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Activate Prayer - Intercede for a new awakening and activation of prayer all though the fabric of the Canadian Church. Contending prayer always precedes revival, but it’s prayer that is utterly yielded to God’s will, not insisting on our own.
United to Christ - Stand in the gap for unity in the Body of Christ. Our nation is more fractured than ever, but this creates a backdrop for the supernatural unity of the Church to bring glory of God. Pray that our unity would be genuinely centred on Jesus, rather than a “Babel” unity with the goal of merely gaining power (see Gen 11:4).
Light - “Let there be light!” Pray for the light of God to shine bringing revelation and truth into the Church. Pray that we would walk in the light, with humility and transparency so that we can have healthy fellowship with one another (1Jn 1:5-10).
Prisoners - Cry out for those who are incarcerated in our prison system, but also for those who are in various other “prisons”, where they feel trapped without anyone to deliver them. This could include those struggling with mental illness, demonic torment, seemingly hopeless financial situations or even in abusive relationships. Pray for the great Deliverer to meet them in their need.
Alberta - Continue to intercede for Alberta. Contend that the Lord would turn what the enemy has meant for evil to good and for the salvation of many (Gen 50:20). Pray for an authentic awakening of spiritual hunger to sweep the province. May Alberta lead the nation into a powerful move of God.

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January 2020

1/15/2020

Iran- The Lord is calling the Canadian Church to step into our gift of ministering healing to the nations by supporting Iran in intercession right now. Pray for the Church in Iran, that God will open doors that have been previously closed to the gospel. Pray for protection, the outpouring of the Spirit with the release of gifts, signs and wonders. Pray that the move of God that is already happening will explode so the Iranian Church becomes God's vessel for extraordinary national transformation.
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Rezone, Renovate, Restructure - Pray for the Canadian Church as many of our structures are in the midst of “renovations”. Intercede that we won’t cling to the old, outdated ways that we have become sentimentally attached to. Cry out for wisdom to know what God wants to change and what is a “load-bearing wall” that must remain. Pray for peace and faith for all in this process.
Recovery of Sight - Intercede for all those whose spiritual eyes have gown dim. Ask Jesus to open our eyes in a way that sets our hearts ablaze, as He did with the disciples on the road to Emmaus. (Lu 24:30-32) Also intercede for those who have wandered far from God, pray that they will see Jesus, His love and goodness, with fresh revelation.
Suffering - Stand in the gap for those walking through deep places of suffering. Pray not just for the suffering to end, but for the most precious work of the Spirit to be done as they walk through this fire. Pray that they will know the presence and sustaining grace of God, grow in dependance and intimacy with Him, and be strengthened by joy.
Vessels of Honour - This is a time where the Lord is calling the Church into holiness (see Patricia King word). Let’s agree with God in this, and lean into this in prayer. Pray for a new lifestyle of growing in holiness in our desires, attitudes and motives as well as words and behaviors. Pray that we would be set free from the influence of the world.

December 2019

12/16/2019

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Christmas - Pray for the season of Christmas to become a tremendous opportunity for evangelism. From kid’s concerts to family dinners and special services, pray that the gospel rings out with clarity while the Presence of God melts hearts. Intercede for heavy, sin-weary hearts to turn to Christ all over Canada.
Humility - The Lord is prophetically speaking to the Church about humility through a multitude of different voices. “He dwells with him who is of a contrite and lowly spirit to revive the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite “(Isa 57:15), so let us contend for authentic humility to become a feature of the Canadian Church, positioning us for revival.
Holiness & the Fear of the Lord - In keeping with the word that Patrica King is releasing, stand in the gap and pray for a beautiful awakening of holiness to sweep the Canadian Church. Pray for a longing for the “inside of the cup” to be clean, rather than just external behaviours.
Healing - Seek the Lord for healing to burst froth in this season. Heart, soul, mind, body and relationships— Jesus heals! Renew your prayer for those who have had long standing ailments and “impossible” conditions. He who made us from the dust, is able to remake anything that needs restoration. Nothing is impossible for God.
Open Doors - Knock in prayer, on doors to effective ministry that have remained shut. Knock boldly, this is a time for new opportunities and expansion. Don’t look for personal promotion, but promotion of the name and fame of Jesus throughout the nation.

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November 2019

11/15/2019

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Joy - Pray for the Church in Canada to abound in joy. May it be an irrepressible joy that is deep, Jesus-focused and that lifts our eyes to see Him. May joy empower us with strength to endure challenges and trials and mark us as His — the One who was anointed with joy above His fellows (Heb 1:9).
Beauty for Ashes Part II — We continue to contend for Alberta’s calling to be a unique place in Canada, a place which has known devastation and even humiliation, but now is poised for a mighty move of God. Whatever province you are from, stand with the Church in Alberta in this hour. Don’t let political strife colour your prayers. Pray that they know the love of the Body of Christ and an extraordinary grace from the Father. (Read the original call to prayer - scroll down to May 2016).
Compassion - Intercede for the softening of the hearts of the people of God in our nation. The world is becoming more calloused and judgmental, may we move in the opposite spirit. Pray for the Church to have eyes to see the marginalized and misunderstood. Pray for our hearts to overflow with the love of God, activating us in intercession, generosity, and action.
Leaders - Seek the Lord for the raising up and protection of new leaders of every age in the Body of Christ. May many with leadership gifts and callings now be identified and discipled. May they be well qualified, Christlike in character, and committed to serve rather than looking for platform.
Unity- In prayer, close the Church’s door to the spirit of division that is seeking to pit regions, races, generations, and political affiliations against each other. Pray that this spirit has no ability to gain inroads in the Church but rather that we live in unity of the spirit, in humility considering each other’s interests rather than just our own. Pray for a beautiful increase of a spirit of unity in each local church, as well as throughout denominations and networks. All true Christian unity is biblically orthodox, holding to the authority of scripture.

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October 2019

10/15/2019

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Election / New Government - Join your prayers with thousands of others from the Church in Canada to intercede for the outcome of the Federal Election. As the votes are counted, turn your prayers to the new government, the choice of cabinet, advisors, and policy priorities.
Revival of Prophetic - Numerous prophetic dreams indicate the Lord’s desire to revive and purify the prophetic in our nation. It is a time to pick up the prophetic sound of the early church, a time for the healing of those with prophetic gifts, and a time for a glorious increase of prophetic revelation. Many are declaring this is the “year of the mouth”— may we speak forth the word of the Lord!
Bible - The battle between truth and deception is continuing to rage. No longer is scripture seen as the ultimate authority in all Christian circles. Cry out for a movement of deep devotion to the written Word of God to spread throughout the Canadian Church. Pray that we would be saturated, formed and sanctified by the Bible.
Immigrant Communities Many immigrant communities in Canada have a high percentage of Christians, however others are committed to other faiths and are quite resistant to the gospel. Both of these groups need prayer! For those who have immigrated to this nation as Christians— may they be bold in their witness. For those who are a part of Buddhist, Sikh, Muslim or Hindu communities— that they would be open and hungry to learn about Jesus.
Shift into Mission - Stand in the gap for the Canadian Church to reorient towards living out the mission of Jesus rather than just being safe and secure in our church communities. Pray for repentance to touch our hearts where we have been indifferent. Pray that every congregation begins to pray, serve and proclaim the gospel with an expectation that God will move.

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