There was great joy across Canada as thousands were able to gather in person for World Day of Prayer (WDP) 2023 services featuring the theme – “I have heard about your faith”. For many, it was a chance to not only pray and learn about Taiwan but to meet with ecumenical friends that had not… Read more »
Category: World Day of Prayer
Reconciliation is Community
Kwe’ Pjilasi! Ni’n teluisi Crystal. Tleyawi Ktaqmkuk pasna wiki Winnipeg. (Hi, welcome! My name is Crystal. I am from Newfoundland but I am currently living in Winnipeg.) For a while now, I have been on a journey to learn parts of my culture that were lost. My paternal ancestors travelled from Europe and settled in… Read more »
World Day of Prayer 2023 Important Reminders
February 1, 2023 KIDS, CANADA, GRANTS, TV, PRAY NOW – WE HAVE A LITTLE ABOUT A LOT TO SHARE!!! Coordinators, thank you for taking on a leadership role for WDP! Your commitment is deeply appreciated. Please scroll through our World Day of Prayer news below. There is something for everyone! Exciting NEWS! Our full-length WDP… Read more »
World Day of Prayer 2023 Alternatives to Gathering In-Person
Given that some churches, communities and individuals remain cautious about gathering in person for World Day of Prayer 2023, please consider these options: The 53-minute service video, produced by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada, can be watched at home, or via Zoom with others, or via local TV stations. The video can be downloaded… Read more »
Interviews Available! | Meet Taiwan artist Hui-Wen Hsiao and former Taiwan missionary – Rev. Michael Stainton
Want to add some specific, unique knowledge about Taiwan for your World Day of Prayer 2023 services or planning meetings? The Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada recorded insightful interviews with both the WDP artist, Hui-Wen Hsiao, and former missionary to Taiwan, Rev. Michael Stainton. Hui-Wen lovingly described the inspiration behind her art as well as… Read more »
Making a Wreath – World Day of Prayer 2023 (Taiwan) – For Kids
Indigenous people in Taiwan are very particular about headwear. It not only represents social status but also has special meanings in their culture. A head wreath is made by twining flowers and leaves into a circle. The circle shows unity and a shared heritage. The meaning of a wreath varies, depending on different occasions. Sometimes… Read more »
WDP 2023 Kids Pray Too!
Attention Parents, Grandparents, Youth Leaders and Children Ministry Coordinators! We are excited to share a special video for kids and kids at heart. It’s a 25-minute service led by, for, and with, young people, and those who love them, across Canada. Content includes songs, a craft, dance, prayers, and stories. To watch, click on this… Read more »
Kids Pray Too! World Day of Prayer 2023 Video
Exciting NEWS! Our twenty-four minute Kids Pray Too! video is now available. This video features prayer, messages about World Day of Prayer, a youth host, musical performances from youth choirs and performance groups across Canada, story time with families, craft session, and two performances by Linnea Good (singer-song writer and educator) from BC. Please share… Read more »
Food Insecurity, Cost of Food and Food Banks
As we entered 2023, I looked back at the media reports for 2022 on food insecurity, rising cost of food and the use of food banks. I found myself saddened to think that a large and increasing number of families could not survive without food banks. Having just celebrated Advent and Christmas when we hear… Read more »
A Season of Ecumenical Prayer: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity and World Day of Prayer
With grateful hearts, The Canadian Council of Churches and The Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada are partnering to promote and connect the celebrations of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU) and the World Day of Prayer in Canada. We invite you and your communities to learn more about the WPCU and to find… Read more »