“Apart from Me you can do nothing.” John 15:5b (NLT)
Jesus said we could do nothing without Him. But the cool thing about it is, nothing is impossible with Him! And let me define nothing… it means absolutely “no thing.” Whether it’s the election before us, or our nation around us, in Christ there is always hope. As you pray, please cry out to God from this “all things are possible” mindset.
Here are some of the prayer activities and opportunities to join with others asking God to do those “nothing impossible” things.
The Watch – Fall 16
Started August 1 and concludes December 1, 2016
All across Athens & beyond!
Details: The Watch is now 3/4 of the way through our four month adventure. Thank you to everyone who has already joined in. Sign ups will continue to be taken throughout the duration of the Watch. Go ahead and grab one or more 30 minute slot, then each week watch & pray in that same time slot from wherever you are at. Sign up at www.slottr.com/sheets/1208006
Athens Daily Prayer Texts
July 31 through December 1
All across Athens area
Details: These are short texts that go out every morning at 8am. Each text includes a brief bible verse and a focus for praying. To sign up text @athenspray to 81010. You’ll receive a daily prayer boost up until December 1.
Student Pastors Prayer
Thursday, November 3 / 9 to 10am
SJUMC – 111 West Lake Drive, Athens, GA 30606
Details: Student pastors from around Athens meeting up to pray for and with each other and for the student ministries in our region. Pray for the student pastor in your congregation, as well as the others across the city. Specifically ask God for a fresh move of the Spirit on the middle school and high school campuses across Athens!
Night of Healing Prayer
Thursday, November 3 / 7 to 8:30pm
SJUMC – 111 West Lake Drive, Athens, GA 30606
Details: This is for the Athens community and everyone is welcome. Come as you are and drop in anytime during this time slot. Individual prayer time (is available) with trained prayer ministers for your specific needs and concerns with complete confidentiality. There have been many healings and breakthroughs as people met Jesus at these gatherings.
Prayer Vigil
Friday, November 4 / 8pm to Saturday November 5 / 8am*
Athens Prayer Center – Cornerstone, 4680 Lexington Road, Athens, GA 30605
Details: Worship & prayer leaders from across Athens facilitate one or two hour slots. Our theme for this vigil will be praying for the elections that coming Tuesday (November 8) and for our nation! * Our plan is to conclude at 8am, but at this point it looks like we will be wrapping up at 3am.
Prayer Walking at UGA
Saturday, November 5 / 10am to just before noon
UGA Arch – Corner of Broad Street and College Ave
Details: Each month, usually on the second Saturday but this month because of the home game on that day (and at this point don’t know what the starting time is) we are having it the first Saturday. We meet up at the UGA Arch and go from there. You are most welcome to join us.
Campus Ministries Prayer Gathering
Mondays, November 7, 14, 21, & 28 / 1:30 to 3pm
Campus View Church – 1360 S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30605
Details: Campus Ministries Directors meet up to connect, journey together and pray for each other, for their ministries and for UGA. Pray for these campus ministries directors and college pastors as they press into God together for college students.
Pastors Prayer
Wednesday, November 9 / 9 to 10am
New Covenant Worship Center – 1425 Newton Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30607
Details: Senior pastors from around Athens meeting up to pray for and with each other. Please pray for your pastor today! Pray that God would protect them, their marriages and their families. Ask God to stir a greater hunger and thirst for Jesus. Ask God to grant them wisdom and grace in all they do!
Unity Reconciliation Gathering
Thursday, November 10, 2016 / 9am to 1pm
Redeemer Presbyterian Church – 165 Pulaski St, Athens, GA 30601
Details: This important gathering is for Senior Pastors ONLY. This will be the continuation of prayer and transparent discussion about racial reconciliation in Athens. Please mark your calendar! Lunch will be provided. Please let me know if you are able to join us (for catering purposes).
Unity Prayer
Sunday, November 13 / 9:15 to 10:30pm
Classic City Church Ministry Center – 386 N. Milledge Ave., Athens 30601
Details: College students from various campus ministries and churches across Athens converge for a time to pray together in unity for the campus and their lives. Please pray for these college students gathering together, specifically that God would intensify their hunger for Him.
Prayer for the Middle East
Wednesday, November 16 / noon to 1pm
Classic City Church Ministry Center – 386 N. Milledge Ave., Athens 30601
Details: Focused prayer for the Middle East and Israel. Usually get some updates from on the ground there, leading to very specific prayers. Take time today to pray for Israel and the conflict in the Middle East.
Executive Pastors Prayer
Thursday, November 17 / 9 to 10am
Athens Church – 10 Huntington Road, Athens 30606
Details: Executive pastors from around Athens meeting up to pray for and with each other and for their ministries in churches in Athens. Please pray for these pastors who “run” the churches in Athens.
Groups / Discipleship Pastors Prayer
Thursday, November 17 / 1:30 to 2:30pm
Athens Church – 10 Huntington Road, Athens 30606
Details: Groups/Discipleship pastors from around Athens meeting up to pray for and with each other and for their ministries in our region. Pray for these pastors as they continually seek God about leading (discipling) their congregations into a loving, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Citywide Prayer Leaders Gathering
Friday, December 2 / 9:30 to 11am
Athens Prayer Center (Cornerstone) – 4680 Lexington Road, Athens 30605
Details: A monthly gathering for those folks who lead (or facilitate) prayer ministries in Athens. It’s a great opportunity to connect, and pray together.
COMING UP…
Expanding the Kingdom Conference with Chris Overstreet from Bethel
Friday, January 20 – Saturday, January 21, 2017
Athens Link – 1050 Baxter Street, Athens, 30606
Children’s Pastors Prayer Gathering
Thursday, January 26, 2017 / 9 to 10am
Venue: TBD
Details: The various children’s ministry leaders from across Athens to connect and pray together once every three months. Please pray for the children workers (staff and volunteers) in your church.
New Year New Heart 2017
Saturday, February 4, 2017 / All Day
Venue: TBD
Details: This is the annual prayer seminar hosted by Athens College of Ministry. Please note that the date has been changed since the last post. If you are a praying person or want to be one, you definitely want mark your calendar to save the date. Then begin praying that God would lead the planning team to craft a day that powerfully equips the praying folks of Athens and surrounding area!
FOR MORE STUFF…
Some of the above activities may change, and there are other prayer opportunities that come up in addition to things happening that were not listed above… you can get the latest happening atwww.facebook.com/groups/1423907481169281/
