More than a year ago, CBM called Canadian Baptists to be united in prayer as the reality and harsh implications of the global pandemic began to take grip of our lives. We celebrate the evidence of God’s faithfulness to us and are inspired and encouraged by the creative ways that our churches have continued to proclaim and demonstrate the gospel.
It is time to come together again.
People across Canada and around the world continue to struggle. New variants, exploding numbers in India, and pictures of suffering as hospitals are depleted of oxygen are foremost in our minds. In Canada, case numbers continue to rise, and many have experienced heartbreaking loss.
Pastors are tired as they continue to serve, lead, and provide pastoral care in the midst of changing regulations and different expectations. Healthcare professionals are exhausted and traumatised by overwhelmed hospitals and ICUs.
In this context, CBM calls Canadian Baptists to pray, in unity, to the source of hope, our Lord. CBM invites every Canadian Baptist church to join together on May 16 for a National Day of Prayer. CBM recognises that this is short notice, but believe the time for prayer is now. Whether you are meeting in-person or online we are asking that you take time in your gathering to join in prayer and intercession.
Specifically, we are inviting churches to pray for the physical, spiritual, and mental health of all those impacted by Covid-19:
Thank you for praying together. We serve the Lord who is making all things new! Below you will find a file with a responsive reading suggestion.