40 Days of Prayer

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HEART FOR THE HOUSE WEEKEND 12 &13 OCTOBER LEADING UP TO

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In the lead up to our Heart For the House once-a-year sacrificial offering.

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HEART FOR THE HOUSE

WEEKEND 12&13 OCTOBER

LEADING UP TO

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GOD IS BUILDING A HOME. HE’S USING US ALL – IRRESPECTIVE OF HOW WE GOT HERE – IN WHAT

HE IS BUILDING. HE USED THE APOSTLES AND PROPHETS FOR THE FOUNDATION. NOW HE’S USING YOU,

FITTING YOU IN BRICK BY BRICK, STONE BY STONE, WITH CHRIST

JESUS AS THE CORNERSTONE THAT HOLDS ALL THE PARTS TOGETHER.

WE SEE IT TAKING SHAPE DAY AFTER DAY – A HOLY TEMPLE BUILT BY GOD, ALL OF US BUILT INTO IT, A TEMPLE IN

WHICH GOD IS QUITE AT HOME.EPHESIANS 2:19-22 (MSG)

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DAYS OF PRAYER1ST SEPTEMBER – 10TH OCTOBER

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THERE IS GREAT POWER IN PRAYER. THERE IS ALSO SOMETHING POWERFUL

THAT HAPPENS WHEN GOD’S PEOPLE DECIDE TO ALL DO SOMETHING

TOGETHER AS ONE.

OVER THE NExT 40 DAYS, AS WE COUNTDOWN TO OUR HEART FOR THE

HOUSE WEEKEND, WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR THE KEY AREAS THAT MAKE UP

‘WHO WE ARE’ AS A CHURCH.

AS WE ALL SEEK GOD AND COMMIT TO PRAYING FOR OUR HOUSE, WE BELIEVE THAT YOUR HEART WILL BE ENLARGED AND THAT OUR CHURCH WILL MOVE

FORWARD. THROUGH OUR COLLECTIVE PRAYER, WE ARE BELIEVING THAT

MANY MORE LIVES WILL BE IMPACTED AND TRANSFORMED THROUGH THE

MESSAGE OF JESUS CHRIST.

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WE ARE CALLED TO BE UNITED WITH GOD AND EACH OTHER IN HEART AND IN PURPOSE, THROUGH THE POWER OF LIFE-CHANGING RELATIONSHIPS

WEEK 1

OUR CHURCH

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I WILL PUT TOGETHER MYCHURCH, A CHURCH SOExPANSIVE WITH ENERGYTHAT NOT EVEN THE GATESOF HELL WILL BE ABLE TOKEEP IT OUT.

MATTHEW 16:18 (MSG)

DAY 1 — OUR CHURCH The mission of our church is to reach and influence the world by building a large, Christ-centred, bible-based church, changing mindsets and empowering people to lead and impact in every sphere of life.

We believe God is using every one of us to build a home - a place where you can find a sense of belonging and purpose, and a place where people from your day-to-day world can come to find Jesus.

As we begin our 40 Days of Prayer, let’s believe that as we go on this journey together, lives will be transformed and changed and that Jesus’ name will be glorified across our city.

Pray for multitudes to find heaven’s welcome home, and to find their place within our church. As we reach and influence those in our world, let’s pray for people to experience a personal encounter with Jesus.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 1

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DON’T YOU SEE THAT CHILDREN ARE GOD’S BEST GIFT? THE FRUIT OF THE WOMB HIS GENEROUS LEGACY? LIKE A WARRIOR’S FISTFUL OF ARROWS ARE THE CHILDREN OF A VIGOROUS YOUTH.

PSAlM 127:3-5(MSG)

DAY 2 — KIDS AND FAMIlIES Families are an integral part of who we are as a church, they are a thriving community who meet on Sundays and during the week. We believe in empowering parents to raise up their little champions in the ways of God. The Hillsong Kids team love making our weekend services amazing for our families, with programmes designed to help engage and encourage this generation of world changers.

Pray for multitudes to find heaven’s welcome home, and to find their place within our church. As we reach and influence those in our world, let’s pray for people to experience a personal encounter with Jesus.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 2

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DON’T LET ANYONE LOOK DOWN ON YOU BECAUSE YOU ARE YOUNG, BUT SET AN ExAMPLE IN SPEECH, IN CONDUCT, IN LOVE, IN FAITH AND IN PURITY.

1 TIMOTHY 4:12(NIV)

DAY 3 — YOUTHOur desire is for every young person to enter into a personal relationship with Jesus. Our youth meet every Friday night across London for regional events, parties, and Connect Groups. The goal is to create a fun environment where our young people can develop healthy relationships that encourage them to fulfil their potential. Our heart is to build a youth community who are ‘young and free’ and passionate about living for a cause that is bigger than themselves.

Pray for multitudes to find heaven’s welcome home, and to find their place within our church. As we reach and influence those in our world, let’s pray for people to experience a personal encounter with Jesus.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 3

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THEN HE TAUGHT ME, AND HE SAID TO ME,“TAKE HOLD OF MY WORDS WITH ALL YOUR HEART;KEEP MY COMMANDS, AND YOU WILL LIVE.GET WISDOM, GET UNDERSTANDING”.

PROVERBS 4:4 (NIV)

DAY 4 — STUDENTSAttending University can be an exciting, but sometimes challenging time, when it comes to a person’s relationship with Jesus. Studying in London is about more than a degree, it’s a life experience. We have student-led Connect Groups in a growing number of universities and colleges in and around London. Our goal is to support students through their studies, so that they will not only be encouraged in their faith, but they will be fired up to share the gospel with their friends and peers.

Pray for multitudes to find heaven’s welcome home, and to find their place within our church. As we reach and influence those in our world, let’s pray for people to experience a personal encounter with Jesus.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 4

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AS IRON SHARPENS IRON, SO ONE MAN SHARPENS ANOTHER.

PROVERBS 27:17(NIV)

DAY 5 — HIllSONG MENHillsong Men exist to help the men in our church become mature in their walk with Christ, spurring them on to impact their workplaces, sports clubs, families, and help meet the needs of their local communities. Our desire is that they will discover who they are in Christ, with a strong Biblical foundation to build strength in their identity, character, and integrity.

Pray for multitudes to find heaven’s welcome home, and to find their place within our church. As we reach and influence those in our world, let’s pray for people to experience a personal encounter with Jesus.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5

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DAY 6 — SISTERHOODIf you are a woman in our church then you are a part of Sisterhood. Sisterhood is a company of everyday women who desire to make the world a better place. We want to inspire women that their contribution can, and will, make a difference. “If one woman can change her world, then only heaven truly knows what ONE COMPANY of women can achieve.” Bobbie Houston.

Pray for multitudes to find heaven’s welcome home, and to find their place within our church. As we reach and influence those in our world, let’s pray for people to experience a personal encounter with Jesus.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 6

HER CHILDREN ARISE AND CALL HER BLESSED;HER HUSBAND ALSO, AND HE PRAISES HER:“MANY WOMEN DO NOBLE THINGS,BUT YOU SURPASS THEM ALL.”

PROVERBS 31:28(NIV)

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DAY 7 — PlAYING MY PARTFrom the young to the old, let’s pray together for the different departments within our church. Let’s believe and pray for every person to find their place within our church and to develop a deep and personal relationship with Jesus. How am I involved in the life of our church? What can I do to make a difference to those around me?

Pray for multitudes to find heaven’s welcome home, and to find their place within our church. As we reach and influence those in our world, let’s pray for people to experience a personal encounter with Jesus.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7

JUST AS A BODY, THOUGH ONE, HAS MANY PARTS, BUT ALL ITS MANY PARTS FORM ONE BODY, SO IT IS WITH CHRIST.

1 CORINTHIANS 12:12 (NIV)

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WE ARE BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING

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CONTRIBUTION

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THE WORLD OF THE GENEROUS GETS LARGER AND LARGER; THE WORLD OF THE STINGY GETS SMALLER AND SMALLER

PROVERBS 11:24(MSG)

DAY 8 — FINANCIAllY CONTRIBUTE We believe in living generous lives where we all take responsibility for financially contributing to building God’s house. If everyone takes care of the principle of tithes and offerings, it provides resource to create a healthy community and organisation. It also unlocks the blessing connected to giving in your own life. Let’s determine to be a church who are generous in contributing to God’s House, and towards the people in our world.

Pray for people’s hearts to be stirred to play their part in building God’s house

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 8

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DAY 9 — TITHES AND OFFERINGSWe believe in the biblical principle of tithing. In Malachi, the Bible talks about bringing the first 10% (tithe) of your income into the storehouse (church). If you do, “I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won’t have enough room to take it in!”. Let’s believe for God to provide for us as a church, as we obey His Word in bringing our tithes.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 9Pray for people’s hearts to be stirred to play their part in building God’s house

“BRING THE WHOLE TITHE INTO THE STOREHOUSE, THAT THERE MAY BE FOOD IN MY HOUSE. TEST ME IN THIS,” SAYS THE LORD ALMIGHTY, “AND SEE IF I WILL NOT THROW OPEN THE FLOODGATES OF HEAVEN AND POUR OUT SO MUCH BLESSING THAT THERE WILL NOT BE ROOM ENOUGH TO STORE IT.”

MAlACHI 3:10(NIV)

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DAY 10 — HIllSONG FOUNDATIONThe Hillsong Foundation are a group of people within our church who give over and above their regular tithes and offerings to finance the vision of the church. Through the Hillsong Foundation we are believing to build the financial capacity to house all that God is doing, including funding and fitting out a purpose-built facility for both midweek activities and weekend services in South East London.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 10Pray for people’s hearts to be stirred to play their part in building God’s house

NOW HE WHO SUPPLIES SEED TO THE SOWER AND BREAD FOR FOOD WILL ALSO SUPPLY AND INCREASE YOUR STORE OF SEED AND WILL ENLARGE THE HARVEST OF YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS. YOU WILL BE ENRICHED IN EVERY WAY SO THAT YOU CAN BE GENEROUS ON EVERY OCCASION, AND THROUGH US YOUR GENEROSITY WILL RESULT IN THANKSGIVING TO GOD.

2 CORINTHIANS 9:10-11(NIV)

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DAY 11 — VENUES FOR WEEKEND SERVICESAs we grow as a church, we are praying and believing for new buildings and venues so that the Kingdom of God can advance forward to reach and influence more of our city. Let’s believe for provision as we continue to make room to welcome more people into the House of God.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 11Pray for people’s hearts to be stirred to play their part in building God’s house

CONSIDER NOW, FOR THE LORD HAS CHOSEN YOU TO BUILD A HOUSE AS THE SANCTUARY. BE STRONG AND DO THE WORK.

1 CHRONIClES 28:10(NIV)

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DAY 12 — MIDWEEK VENUES AND FACIlITIES In addition to more Sunday buildings, there is also a need for more midweek venues and facilities where we can meet together to connect and build our church community. From Engage, to Teaching Nights, and to Youth, let’s pray for doors to open so that we can continue to reach more people in our city.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 12Pray for people’s hearts to be stirred to play their part in building God’s house

AND LET US CONSIDER HOW WE MAY SPUR ONE ANOTHER ON TOWARD LOVE AND GOOD DEEDS, NOT GIVING UP MEETING TOGETHER,AS SOME ARE IN THE HABIT OF DOING, BUT ENCOURAGING ONE ANOTHER…

HEBREWS 10:24(NIV)

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DAY 13 — THE PRODUCTION HUB The Production Hub is a place where our technical and production team plan, prepare and store everything that is required for our weekend church services. Ensuring we have the right equipment, and the correct storage capabilities in the Production Hub is an essential part of delivering our live broadcasts that link our services to our campuses in the UK and Europe. Let’s believe for continued growth and expansion in this area.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13Pray for people’s hearts to be stirred to play their part in building God’s house

AND MY GOD WILL MEET ALL YOUR NEEDS ACCORDING TO THE RICHES OF HIS GLORY IN CHRIST JESUS.

PHIlIPPIANS 4:19(NIV)

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DAY 14 — PlAYING MY PART We are living in exciting times, and as we grow and move forward, let’s pray for new doors to open, and greater opportunities to unfold as we put stakes in the ground and continue to make a difference in our city. How can I contribute to help building the House? How can I play my part in seeing our church move forward?

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14Pray for people’s hearts to be stirred to play their part in building God’s house

GIVE, AND IT WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU. A GOOD MEASURE, PRESSED DOWN, SHAKEN TOGETHER AND RUNNING OVER, WILL BE POURED INTO YOUR LAP. FOR WITH THE MEASURE YOU USE, IT WILL BE MEASURED TO YOU.

lUKE 6:38(NIV)

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Week 3

SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE, SOMEONE NEEDS TO DO IT. IT MIGHT AS WELL BE ME.

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GLOBAL SOCIAL JUSTICE

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GLOBAL SOCIAL JUSTICE

DAY 15 — GlOBAl SOCIAl JUSTICEAs a church, we are committed to helping those in need through global social justice projects and initiatives. We can’t do everything but we can all do something. Together we can help thousands to escape the cycle of poverty, injustice and marginalisation. Imagine if each one of us did one thing and sustained it to help someone else break out of the cycle of poverty. Imagine if enough other people also made the decision to do the same thing. Why do we help? Because we can.

Pray for an army of people to stand up, take responsibility and make a difference, so that many will be released from marginalisation, poverty, and injustice. As we all ‘do something’, pray for God to move and for lives to be changed and transformed.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 15

LEARN TO DO RIGHT; SEEKJUSTICE. DEFEND THE OPPRESSED. TAKE UP THE CAUSE OF THE FATHERLESS; PLEADTHE CASE OF THE WIDOW.

ISAIAH 1:17(NIV)

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DAY 16 — VISION RESCUEVision Rescue began when founder Biju Thampy decided to do something about a need he saw among children living on the streets of Mumbai. The work of Vision Rescue helps change thousands of lives by providing education, food, and healthcare services. As a church, we wholeheartedly support the work of Vision Rescue and believe that through our partnership with them, we can make a difference.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 16Pray for an army of people to stand up, take responsibility and make a difference, so that many will be released from marginalisation, poverty and injustice. As we all ‘do something’, pray for God to move and for lives to be changed and transformed.

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BUT JESUS CALLED THE CHILDREN TO HIM AND SAID, “LET THE LITTLE CHILDREN COME TO ME, AND DO NOT HINDER THEM, FOR THE KINGDOM OFGOD BELONGS TO SUCHAS THESE.”

lUKE 18:16(NIV)

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DAY 17 — COMPASSIONCompassion is an organisation committed to the spiritual, economic, social and physical development of children living in extreme poverty. Through child sponsorship, monthly donations, prayer and letter writing, sponsors invest in the lives of these children. We are committed to supporting Compassion and have had a long-standing partnership with them through child sponsorship in Western Uganda. As there is a real need for safe and clean water in this area, we are working with Compassion and the local church to help set up water projects to provide clean water sources. These initiatives are life-saving for the Compassion children and the wider community, impacting thousands of lives and ensuring a positive future for many.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 17Pray for an army of people to stand up, take responsibility and make a difference, so that many will be released from marginalisation, poverty and injustice. As we all ‘do something’, pray for God to move and for lives to be changed and transformed.

WHEN JESUS LANDEDAND SAW A LARGE CROWD, HE HAD COMPASSIONON THEM AND HEALED THEIR SICK.

MATTHEW 14:14(NIV)

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DAY 18 — WATOTO AND HIllSONG AFRICA FOUNDATION Watoto rescues orphaned babies and vulnerable children and women in Uganda, by providing medical and physical care, education, support and discipleship.

Out of our Cape Town Church, The Hillsong Africa Foundation was born to restore hope and dignity to the destitute, and promote mercy, justice and restoration. Let’s pray for both of these initiatives, and believe that lives will continue to be transformed.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 18Pray for an army of people to stand up, take responsibility and make a difference, so that many will be released from marginalisation, poverty and injustice. As we all ‘do something’, pray for God to move and for lives to be changed and transformed.

TRULY I TELL YOU, WHATEVER YOU DID FOR ONE OF THE LEAST OF THESE BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF MINE, YOU DID FOR ME.

MATTHEW 25:40(NIV)

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DAY 19 — THE A21 CAMPAIGNWith an estimated 27 million people enslaved across the globe, there are more slaves in the world today than at any other point in human history. Out of a decision by ordinary people to take a stand and make a difference, The A21 Campaign exists to abolish human trafficking and eliminate injustice in the 21st century. From October 6th-16th, The A21 Campaign is holding a FREEDOM CHALLENGE where a team of brave and determined cyclists will ride from Sofia, Bulgaria, to London, UK. The purpose of this ride is to raise both awareness and funds for The A21 Campaign shelters and victim assistance programs. For more information, check out www.thea21campaign.org/cycle

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 19Pray for an army of people to stand up, take responsibility and make a difference, so that many will be released from marginalisation, poverty and injustice. As we all ‘do something’, pray for God to move and for lives to be changed and transformed.

THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD IS ON ME…HE HAS SENT ME TO PROCLAIM FREEDOM FOR THE PRISONERS AND RECOVERY OF SIGHT FOR THE BLIND, TO SET THE OPPRESSED FREE.

lUKE 4:18 (NIV)

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DAY 20 — SYRIA The horrific violence of the civil war in Syria has resulted in over 1.8 million people being displaced from their homes – half of them are children. As violence and unrest spreads, thousands upon thousands more children continue to pour over the border each day. We are committed to playing our part in bringing change to this situation. Let’s pray together that change will come to this nation and for peace and justice to reign.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 20Pray for an army of people to stand up, take responsibility and make a difference, so that many will be released from marginalisation, poverty and injustice. As we all ‘do something’, pray for God to move and for lives to be changed and transformed.

BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS, FOR THEY WILL BE CALLED CHILDREN OF GOD.

MATTHEW 5:9 (NIV)

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DAY 21 — PlAYING MY PARTWe believe that it is our responsibility to stand up and determine to make a difference in the world. Whether through sponsoring a child, or praying for the injustices in our world, it is both our individual and collective responsibility to help those who are in need. Something needs to be done. Someone should do something about it. It might as well be me. Why? Because we can!

What can I do to make a difference? How can I help change the life of someone else?

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 21Pray for an army of people to stand up, take responsibility and make a difference, so that many will be released from marginalisation, poverty and injustice. As we all ‘do something’, pray for God to move and for lives to be changed and transformed.

LET ME TELL YOU WHY YOU ARE HERE. YOU’RE HERE TO BE SALT-SEASONING THAT BRINGS OUT THE GOD-FLAVORS OF THIS EARTH. IF YOU LOSE YOUR SALTINESS, HOW WILL PEOPLE TASTE GODLINESS?

MATTHEW 5:13 (MSG)

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OUR HEART IS THAT EVERY ASPECT OF OUR WEEKEND SERVICES POINTS PEOPLE TO JESUS.

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WEEKEND SERVICES

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WEEKEND SERVICES

DAY 22 — WEEKEND SERVICESWe believe that church is about God and people. We are passionate about the House of God, and our heart is that every individual experiences a personal encounter with Jesus. With a genuine and friendly WELCOME HOME, we believe that church should be a place where you can confidently invite your friends, family and colleagues. With campuses in Central and South East London, Surrey, and Kent, our services are a place where we can gather to encourage one another, serve together, worship together and invite the people from our day-to-day world.

Pray for multitudes to experience a deep and personal encounter with God in a transforming and life-changing way.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 22

FOR THE SAKE OF THEHOUSE OF OUR GOD,GOD, I’LL DO MY VERYBEST FOR YOU.

PSAlM 122:9(MSG)

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DAY 23 — WORSHIP TEAMThe Worship team are a community of like-minded musicians and singers who love leading our church in worship. They are passionate about bringing excellence to the platform and seeing people encounter God through our weekend services.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 23Pray for multitudes to experience a deep and personal encounter with God in a transforming and life-changing way.

COME, LET US BOW DOWN IN WORSHIP,LET US KNEEL BEFORE THE LORD OUR MAKER;FOR HE IS OUR GODAND WE ARE THE PEOPLE OF HIS PASTURE,THE FLOCK UNDER HIS CARE.

PSAlM 95:6(NIV)

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DAY 24 —PERFORMING ARTS TEAMOur Performing Arts team love to find creative and innovative ways present the gospel. From dancers to choreographers, rappers, singers, actors and musicians, all our teams work together to produce fresh and creative expressions of the message of Jesus Christ.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 24Pray for multitudes to experience a deep and personal encounter with God in a transforming and life-changing way.

PRAISE THE LORD! GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD, FOR HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER!

PSAlM 106:1 (NIV)

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DAY 25 — PRODUCTION TEAMThrough film, TV, sound, and lighting, our production team work to create an attractive and welcoming atmosphere, bringing creativity, character, and colour to each of our services and events. Let’s pray for new ideas and renewed creativity as we take our media and production to a whole new level.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 25Pray for multitudes to experience a deep and personal encounter with God in a transforming and life-changing way.

LET EACH CARPENTER WHO COMES ON THE JOB TAKE CARE TO BUILD ON THE FOUNDATION! REMEMBER, THERE IS ONLY ONE FOUNDATION, THE ONE ALREADY LAID:JESUS CHRIST.

1 CORINTHIANS 3:10(NIV)

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DAY 26 — VOlUNTEERS FOR WEEKEND SERVICESOur teams are made up of faithful volunteers who contribute and serve to help build the House each week. We see the whole day as ‘the message’, not just the 30-minutes of preaching on a Sunday. From hosts to production, sound, lighting, worship, and a plethora of other teams, these volunteers work together and help make our weekend services run smoothly. Let’s pray that as people walk into church and encounter Jesus, they’ll experience a personal and true WELCOME HOME.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 26Pray for multitudes to experience a deep and personal encounter with God in a transforming and life-changing way.

WHATEVER YOU DO, WORK AT IT WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AS WORKING FOR THE LORD, NOT FOR HUMAN MASTERS.

COlOSSIANS 3:23(NIV)

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DAY 27 —BUMP IN/PACK DOWN The Bump team are the unseen heroes – they are the first to arrive at church and other mid-week events, and often the last to leave. Working behind the scenes to transport, unload and install everything needed for our services and events, this team is integral to making our church services happen every weekend.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27Pray for multitudes to experience a deep and personal encounter with God in a transforming and life-changing way.

WHOEVER WANTS TO BE GREAT MUST BECOME A SERVANT. WHOEVER WANTS TO BE FIRST AMONG YOU MUST BE YOUR SLAVE. THAT IS WHAT THE SON OF MAN HAS DONE: HE CAME TO SERVE, NOT BE SERVED.

MATTHEW 20:24 (MSG)

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DAY 28 — PlAYING MY PARTWe can all play our part in building the House, and in helping make church happen each week. In Ephesians, it tells us that Jesus came to serve, and it is with an army of faithful volunteers that that we are able to continually move up to the next level. Pastor Brian Houston always says, “The church will never be built on the gifts and talents of a few, but on the sacrifice of many”. What can I do personally to help contribute, care, and serve? What responsibility can I take to help build our church?

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 28Pray for multitudes to experience a deep and personal encounter with God in a transforming and life-changing way.

YOU ARE NO LONGER FOREIGNERS AND STRANGERS, BUT FELLOW CITIZENS WITH GOD’S PEOPLE AND ALSO MEMBERS OF HIS HOUSEHOLD, BUILT ON THE FOUNDATION OF THE APOSTLES AND PROPHETS, WITH CHRIST JESUS HIMSELF AS THE CHIEF CORNERSTONE.

EPHESIANS 2:19-20(NIV)

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PERSONAL SOCIAL JUSTICE IS ABOUT MAKING A DECISION TO LOCATE YOURSELF IN THE NEED OF ANOTHER

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DAY 29 — PERSONAl SOCIAl JUSTICE As a church, we are responsible to help people not only globally, but also those within our local community. Personal Social Justice is when you decide to personally get involved in the need of another. There is so much need in our city, but if we all do something, we can make a long-lasting difference, and impact the lives of those around us.

Pray that as we all care, contribute and reach out to those in need in our local community, we will see countless lives impacted and changed.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29

ISN’T IT OBVIOUS THATGOD-TALK WITHOUTGOD-ACTS IS OUTRAGEOUSNONSENSE... FAITH ANDWORKS, WORKS ANDFAITH, FIT TOGETHER HANDIN GLOVE.

JAMES 2:17-18 (MSG)

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DAY 30 — GREEN lIGHTGreen Light reaches people who are living rough on the streets of London by providing them with basic care through our Green Light medical van. A team of skilled volunteers hit the streets of London five times a week. Let’s pray together that lives will be transformed, and that we can help spring the trap of homelessness’ in people’s lives.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 30Pray that as we all care, contribute and reach out to those in need in our local community, we will see countless lives impacted and changed.

HE WENT TO HIM AND BANDAGED HIS WOUNDS, POURING ON OIL AND WINE. THEN HE PUT THE MAN ON HIS OWN DONKEY, BROUGHT HIM TO AN INN AND TOOK CARE OF HIM.

lUKE 10:34 (NIV)

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DAY 31 — THE PlATT CENTRE / ElDERlYWe want to be a part of the solution in eradicating isolation and loneliness amongst elderly people all across the UK. In partnership with RISE, our goal is to reach out to the most vunerable and at risk elderly through developing friendships, and providing support and practical help. By building relationships and placing value upon these people, we have seen hope restored and the lives of these elderly people flourish.

TUESDAY OCTOBER 1Pray that as we all care, contribute and reach out to those in need in our local community, we will see countless lives impacted and changed.

CARRY EACH OTHER’S BURDENS, AND IN THIS WAY YOU WILL FULFILL THE LAW OF CHRIST.

GAlATIANS 6:2(NIV)

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DAY 32 — THE ‘I CARE REVOlUTION’The ‘I Care Revolution’ believes in unlocking the potential of the emerging generation, and encourages them that despite the challenges of everyday life, young people can make a difference. Through a 30-minute school presentation, the ‘I Care Revolution’ sets out to engage, challenge and inspire students to make an impact in their school and in the lives of the their family and friends.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 2 Pray that as we all care, contribute and reach out to those in need in our local community, we will see countless lives impacted and changed.

“FOR I KNOW THE PLANS I HAVE FOR YOU,” DECLARES THE LORD, “PLANS TO PROSPER YOU AND NOT TO HARM YOU, PLANS TO GIVE YOU HOPE AND A FUTURE.”

JEREMIAH 29:11(NIV)

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DAY 33 — SISTERHOOD – BE THE CHANGEI am Sisterhood is a growing movement of women who are choosing to Be The Change and make a positive difference in their local and global community. Be The Change is where the Sisterhood are mobilised together to be a blessing in action, and simply to place value on people.

THURSDAY OCTOBER 3Pray that as we all care, contribute and reach out to those in need in our local community, we will see countless lives impacted and changed.

HOW BEAUTIFUL ON THE MOUNTAINS ARE THE FEET OF THOSE WHO BRING GOOD NEWS, WHO PROCLAIM PEACE, WHO BRING GOOD TIDINGS, WHO PROCLAIM SALVATION.

ISAIAH 52:7(NIV)

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DAY 34 —THE STRING MOVEMENT The String Movement is just that – a movement. A movement to disarm bullying, change mindsets and cultures, and make a difference. Joining forces with premiership rugby team, London Irish, our team heads into local schools to inspire and empower students. Through the tying of a piece of string around their wrists, students can take a stand and help disarm bullying.

FRIDAY OCTOBER 4Pray that as we all care, contribute and reach out to those in need in our local community, we will see countless lives impacted and changed.

BE STRONG AND VERY COURAGEOUS. BE CAREFUL TO OBEY ALL THE LAW MY SERVANT MOSES GAVE YOU; DO NOT TURN FROM IT TO THE RIGHT OR TO THE LEFT, THAT YOU MAY BE SUCCESSFUL WHEREVER YOU GO.

JOSHUA 1:7 (NIV)

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DAY 35 — PlAYING MY PARTLet’s believe together, and pray for these projects taking place right here in our city. We can be part of the solution, and we can all be involved in praying for change to happen, and for lives to be transformed. How can I get involved in local social justice projects? What I can do to contribute to my local community?

SATURDAY OCTOBER 5Pray that as we all care, contribute and reach out to those in need in our local community, we will see countless lives impacted and changed.

DO NOTHING OUT OF SELFISH AMBITION OR VAIN CONCEIT. RATHER, IN HUMILITY VALUE OTHERS ABOVE YOURSELVES, NOT LOOKING TO YOUR OWN INTERESTS BUT EACH OF YOU TO THE INTERESTS OF THE OTHERS.

PHIlIPPIANS 2:3-4(NIV)

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THIS IS OUR MISSION: TO BE A COMMUNITY OF PEOPLE WHO ARE ALL CARRYING THE RESPONSIBILITY OF HELPING PEOPLE BECOME PART OF THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH

WEEK 6

SOUTH EAST PROJECT

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DAY 36 — SOUTH EAST PROJECT Over the years we have been blessed to see our church grow, with many people coming to know Jesus and finding their place within our House. With growth comes the welcomed challenge of being able to ‘house & facilitate’ what God is doing. Before us is an exciting opportunity to fit out our very own facility in South East London that will house our mid-week events and weekend services. We are believing for many lives to be changed and impacted in this area of London.

Pray that this new hub will have a positive impact on our church, and the city of London. We pray that this new campus will play a part in regenerating the South East of London, and that as we move forward, God’s name will continued to be glorified throughout the earth.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 6

PRAISING GOD AND ENJOYING THE FAVOUR OF ALL THE PEOPLE. AND THE LORD ADDED TO THEIR NUMBER DAILY THOSE WHO WERE BEING SAVED.

ACTS 2:47(NIV)

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DAY 37 — SOUTH EAST lONDON Let’s pray that by positioning our church in this area, we will see a change in the community, that it is situated in as people are impacted by the message of Jesus Christ.

We are called to be soul winners and to share the good news of the gospel with the people in our every day world. Let’s pray specifically for the people whose lives will be impacted as we extend our influence in this area of London.

MONDAY OCTOBER 7Pray that this new hub will have a positive impact on our church, and the city of London. We pray that this new campus will play a part in regenerating the South East of London, and that as we move forward, God’s name will continued to be glorified throughout the earth.

THEREFORE GO AND MAKE DISCIPLES OF ALL NATIONS, BAPTISING THEM IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER AND OF THE SON AND OF THE HOLY SPIRIT,

MATTHEW 28:19(NIV)

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DAY 38 — BUIlDING PROJECTThe building project for our South East campus will develop through three main stages: firstly, through the continued establishment of our Saturday night service at the Mermaid Theatre. Secondly, we will move into our South East warehouse. Finally we will make the move into a purpose built auditorium. Let’s pray for the smooth transition of these three stages, and for God to continue to add to our numbers in the South East service as we take these historic steps of growth in our church.

TUESDAY OCTOBER 8Pray that this new hub will have a positive impact on our church, and the city of London. We pray that this new campus will play a part in regenerating the South East of London, and that as we move forward, God’s name will continued to be glorified throughout the earth.

THE HOUSE TO BE BUILT FOR THE LORD SHOULD BE OF GREAT MAGNIFICENCE AND FAME AND SPLENDOR IN THE SIGHT OF ALL THE NATIONS. THEREFORE I WILL MAKE PREPARATIONS FOR IT.

1 CHRONIClES 22:5 (NIV)

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DAY 39 — TEAM lEADERS AND VOlUNTEERSAdding a new London campus provides an opportunity for more people to join team and for new leadership roles to be created. There is a need for people who will get involved, serve, and give of themselves to build this new campus. As we pray together, let’s believe for new volunteers who can help establish this campus, and team leaders who can step up to help move this project forward.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 9Pray that this new hub will have a positive impact on our church, and the city of London. We pray that this new campus will play a part in regenerating the South East of London, and that as we move forward, God’s name will continued to be glorified throughout the earth.

TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE, BECAUSE THEY HAVE A GOOD RETURN FOR THEIR LABOR: IF EITHER OF THEM FALLS DOWN, ONE CAN HELP THE OTHER UP. BUT PITY ANYONE WHO FALLS AND HAS NO ONE TO HELP THEM UP.

ECClESIASTES 4:9-10(NIV)

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DAY 40 — MEGA PRAYER NIGHTToday marks day 40 of this prayer journal, and tonight will be the culmination of our journey, as we gather together for our MEGA PRAYER NIGHT. We will be meeting in multiple locations all across London so you can join the one closest to you. We encourage you to make the decision to be a part of this significant night. We are believing for mighty things to happen all across our city, and for God’s name to be lifted high. There is NO OTHER NAME under which we gather, and together, let’s believe and pray that, both individually and collectively, we can make a difference in our community, our city, Europe and beyond.

THURSDAY OCTOBER 10Pray that this new hub will have a positive impact on our church, and the city of London. We pray that this new campus will play a part in regenerating the South East of London, and that as we move forward, God’s name will continued to be glorified throughout the earth.

IF YOU BELIEVE, YOU WILL RECEIVE WHATEVER YOU ASK FOR IN PRAYER.

MATTHEW 21:22(NIV)

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