February 2008

A Declaration of Hope for 2008 World Prayer Centre

With God's help:
I affirm that in 2008, I intend to bring:

Harmony in place of discord
Opportunities out of challenges
Praise instead of criticism
Encouragement to replace despair.

We affirm that in our Church, 2008 will be a year of:

Holiness and wholeness
One purpose for many people
Prayer that leads to action
E veryone finding a place to belong.

We pray that for our community, 2008 will be a year of:

Healing for those who are broken
Order where there is chaos
Protection for the vulnerable
E nterprise for all.

We pray for our nation, that 2008 will be a year of:

Health of body mind and spirit
Open-hearted attitudes
Passion for justice and mercy
E xpectations and visions fulfilled.

We pray that The God of all Hope will give us the faith and courage to live lives that will release

HOPE this year.
I make this declaration and pray this prayer in the name of Jesus Christ our Saviour and Lord. Amen.
HOPE 08