Tag "Prayer"
Few high school Christian clubs remain, yet they are as important as ever
Thirty to 40 years ago, Ottawa boasted at least 18 high school Christian clubs in the Ottawa Carleton District School Board. Today, only five to seven remain. Yet there are signs of hope. Merivale High School has a new and thriving Christian group, planted with the help of […]
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Five national ministries partner to spur awakening in Canada
A move of prayer and unity is stirring in Canada. Across the country, leaders from different denominations feel called to join together in humble prayer. Now, five national and international ministries have come […]
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What is God planning for 2023?
“Anything is possible, when the spiritual leaders of a city begin to grow together in deep relational unity.” Richard Long and many other city leaders say that growth is happening, and it’s largely happening through unified prayer. Last fall, many […]
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A New Year’s party like no other
Six ministries have united to celebrate New Year’s Eve in prayer, worship, and fellowship. While the group hosted the Cross Over Prayer Vigil several times before COVID, they say they are gaining momentum.
“The tradition of […]
Celebrating unity and fellowship birthed in prayer
Meeting Point Ministry just celebrated five years of fostering prayer and unity among Ottawa’s pastors. Although Meeting Point has not been very visible in Ottawa, its impact has been significant. “In practical terms, we get to meet with […]
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Prayer Summit gives ministry leaders a chance to reconnect
Pray Ottawa is gearing up for their 2022 pastors’ and leaders’ prayer summit. The Summit offers the area’s ministry and church leaders a chance to escape from the stress of ministry, to spend two days connecting with […]
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IPLF wraps up month of fasting
Throughout November, pastors, leaders, and parents across Ottawa gathered for dedicated times of fasting and prayer. Organized by the International Pastors and Leaders Forum (IPLF), they set their sights on one thing: pursuing God’s heart for the city’s youth and young adults, especially those raised in the Church. […]
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The ancient mystery of prayer
Sunday morning. Wincing in pain, my wife groaned while holding a hand over one eye. She had never experienced eye pain like this. I looked closely, but it was neither red, nor inflamed. Still, it hurt fiercely.
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Civic prayer breakfast running as hybrid event
Christians from across Ottawa will gather in the morning of October 29 for the annual Ottawa Civic Prayer Breakfast.
“The prayer breakfast lets us thank and pray for civic […]
A Christian strategy for the election
The National House of Prayer (NHOP) is partnering with The CRY and several other ministries, calling Canadian believers to increase our level of prayer for government and the nation. “The main goal is not just for our prayer ministry […]
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