My involvement with the World Day of Prayer in Ottawa, our national capital, allowed me to connect with the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada. What a connection! It has enriched my life in many ways, and I wholeheartedly recommend it, to anyone wishing to put their prayers into action more than once a year. I… Read more »
Nigerian Street Food: Boiled Corn and Roasted Coconut
In Nigeria, one of the most beloved rainy-season street snacks is boiled corn with roasted coconut — simple, comforting, and delicious! 🌽 A. Boiled Corn Ingredients: 4 fresh corn on the cob (cut each into 4 pieces if you prefer). Note: If corn on the cob is not in season, replace with frozen or canned… Read more »
World Day of Prayer 2026 Coordinator Letter
If you are no longer the World Day of Prayer Coordinator for your area, please forward this letter to the current coordinator and let our office know (about the change) (wicc@wicc.org). (Or) if there is no Coordinator for your area, kindly inform us as well. October 2025 Hello World Day of Prayer Coordinators 2026! … Read more »
Learn about the Service Resources and how to Order or Download these Items
Ordering and Downloading World Day of Prayer 2026 Materials How to order or download: All coordinators or any others interested in receiving World Day of Prayer (WDP) 2026 materials are to create a Coordinator Login account at wdpcanada.ca. Through this account, all materials can be ordered and/or downloaded for use. Click here for Coordinator Login… Read more »
Donations for World Day of Prayer 2026
Donations are gratefully received as they are vital for maintaining World Day of Prayer and funding the grant program. In 2024/2025, 18 grants helped restore social justice to the lives of over 1000 women and children in Canada and internationally. Anyone attending a World Day of Prayer service should have an opportunity to donate as… Read more »
Ideas for Creative World Day of Prayer Events
World Day of Prayer (WDP) is more than just a day; it is a movement that invites people around the world to join in prayer and action for peace and justice. Organizers are welcome to use a creative event to celebrate WDP. Let the 2026 theme “I Will Give You Rest: Come” inspire you. Be… Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions about World Day of Prayer (WDP 2026)
How is the writing committee chosen for World Day of Prayer? In August 2017, 188 delegates traveled from around the world to attend the World Day of Prayer International Meeting in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil. These women came from Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox traditions to pray together, share their stories in community, and make decisions… Read more »
Promoting World Day of Prayer
1. Become familiar with WDP resources and all 2026 service options. 2. Notify COMMUNITY CHURCHES with phone calls and/or emails to pastors, office administrators and contacts for any church organizations. Ask for the service information to be marked on church calendars, websites, print bulletins and electronic messaging boards. Supply bulletin inserts when and where applicable. Inform… Read more »
World Day of Prayer 2026 Videos
World Day of Prayer 2026 Nigeria Country Background Video – length 6:29