Around 1,000 Christian leaders
from across the British Isles are expected to gather at Wembley Stadium
for a major prayer summit.
The meeting on September 17 is being facilitated by Global Day of
Prayer London to get the church praying in the run-up to the London 2012
Olympics.
GDOP London Convener Jonathan Oloyede said: "GDOP London and national
network of churches are asking market place and church leaders to place
Saturday September 17 into their organisation’s diaries and church
calendars.
"The nation is poised for a spiritual tipping point [and] we need to seize the moment through unity, prayer and prompt action."
In addition to the summit, Christians are being encouraged to take
part in GDOP London's 500 Days of Prayer campaign to mobilise the church
in round the clock prayer for the nation.
In particular, churches are being asked to host community prayer events on Pentecost Sunday, which falls this year on June 12.
Evangelical Alliance Chair and Ichthus Fellowship Founder, Roger Forster is encouraging Christians to get involved.
"I think it's essential that the leaders stand together in unity
otherwise the churches never will. Unity is essential as a prayer
base," he said.
Ian Christiansen, Senior Pastor of New Life Christian Centre in
Wembley said: “It’s wonderful to see the potential for 1,000 leaders
coming together to pray and to look at strategies to influence the
nation.”
Ade Omooba said: “Prayer is the key. It’s the most potent weapon we
have and it’s a tremendous gathering point for the church of God
especially for the UK. I’m really trusting God that the kingdom of God
will unite the United Kingdom as we gather in Wembley this year.”