Prayer
Prayer is an opportunity to spend time with God. To really understand the heart of God, you need to pray. In John 15:15, Jesus says He no longer calls us his servants, but calls us His friends. Talking with God develops a deeper relationship with Him. During lock down this day has become an entire day of prayer with someone praying every hour.
Prayer is one of the most powerful weapons God has given us. We turn to prayer because it is the most personal way to experience God, to encounter Him and to grow in knowledge of Him. We encourage everyone to make prayer a part of your daily life.
Fasting
Fasting is an essential part of this special day.
Fasting is a deliberate abstinence from physical gratification, usually going without food for a period of time in order to achieve a greater spiritual goal. Fasting is intentionally denying the flesh in order to gain a response from the spirit; it means renouncing the natural in order to invoke the supernatural.
We urge everyone to fast for the day and put aside the time saved for God. You don’t have to fast from food, you can fast from TV or Netflix, social media or even your phone.
All we ask is that the time you would normally spend doing this activity is actually spent seeking God, listening for His voice and giving Him your undivided attention regularly throughout the course of the day.
Day of Prayer and Fasting
On the 1st day of each month, we encourage the whole church to join in a day of
prayer and fasting.
Prayer and fasting is a sign of our desire and hunger to seek God. Through prayer and fasting, we develop a passion for God that supersedes everything else. When this happens, the Holy Spirit begins to flow into us, allowing us to live above our circumstances and low self expectations.
To help plan our day of prayer, we use a 24-7 prayer room and publish notes to help you pray for the hour you choose. You can book an hour prayer slot through the newsletter link the week before or by clicking on the button below.To book and hour slot during our day of prayer and fasting, please click on the button below.
Notes for Day of Prayer and Fasting
1st November 2025
We have a very busy month, with much to give thanks for and much to pray for.
Romans 8:27-28 says ‘Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that in all things God is working good for those who love him and are called according to his purposes.’
In our prayer we will take some time to show that we love Him, and that are in a right relationship with Him, and we will listen to what He has to say in regard to our prayers. Read through the notes and use as best for yourself, these are suggestions.
If you are able to book an hour online this is an encouragement to others, and to the leaders, and if you are able to fast also that would be good.
First 20 Minutes:
Read 1 Chronicles 29:10-17
This is Davids outpouring to the Lord.
V11 - an acknowledgement of Gods place; glory majesty victory etc. Think of a declaration which you might make - victory over sin, glory in the heavens etc.
V12 - an acknowledgement of our place before Him, the things of work and family and life and love come from Him. What prayers and thanks might you bring.
V13 - an acknowledgement of our need to be thankful. Open your eyes and speak thanks for all that you think of and can see around you.
V14 - an acknowledgement of Gods provision for the church, our leaders, musicians, buildings, resources, and for those who give time, money, volunteering.
V15 - an acknowledgement of the temporary nature of our lives, being strangers and pilgrims journeying through this life.
V16 - an acknowledgement of what it takes to build Gods church, His kingdom, His people.
V17 - an acknowledgement that God desires an upright heart, ask for His Spirit to search us individually and as a church, that we might stand before Him with a right attitude and a right heart.
Second 20 Minutes:
Allow the things from the first 20 to grow and develop as you begin to pray for the church:
To pray for Alpha Holy Spirit Day
Holy Spirit Away Day
Arrival and Refreshments
Film - Introduction to the weekend
Worship Songs
Film - ‘Who is the Holy Spirit?’
Coffee, chats & snacks
Worship Songs
Film - What Does the Holy Spirit Do?’
Small Group Bible Study - Spiritual Gifts
Lunch, Walk, Reflect and Relax
Worship Songs
How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?
Group Prayer
Discussion / Prayer Ministry
Tea, chats, and snacks
How can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life
Discussion / Prayer Ministry
Close of day
Prayer Points.
Pray for protection for the Leaders and Helpers, for wisdom and discernment
Pray for all the practicalities, technology, and hospitality
Pray that guests arrive safely and nothing gets in the way of them coming along
Pray that our guests are eager to learn more about the Holy Spirit, feel safe and are keen to engage
Pray that our guests are comfortable and happy to get involved in worship and prayer
Pray that the Holy Spirit comes, falls upon us, fills our hearts with the love of God, encourages faith and we feel the fire of his presence
Pray that guests are keen to make a commitment to follow Jesus
Pray for Gods protection on our guests, that there are no distractions, disruptions, or upsets
Third 20 Minutes
Please pray also for:
· The Leaders who will together spend 24 hrs away together praying and listening for the wisdom and strategy for the church life, mission and ministry in 2026. For staff and families also, blessing and protection
· The group thinking about how the church is led in regard to leaders and trustees.
· The Christmas Story Trail preparation, delivery and follow-up, for Mary Ann and Simon Cooper and team.
· The Festival of Lights event at the end of November.
· The church in our regular program of loving God, in worship, teaching and prayer, loving each other in fellowship and pastoral care and loving others in reaching out and invitation.
· Give thanks.
Use this every day for the month, but especially for this day 1st November. To download a printable version of the notes, please click on the button below.
Breakthrough Prayer Clinic
If you would like to have someone pray for you, please email prayerministry@northchurch.com to book an appointment in person or online.
Alternatively, you can check out our Prayer Clinic Page.
Spiritual Rhythm
We believe that a regular spiritual rhythm plays a key role in our walk with God. That's why on Tuesdays we have our rhythm of prayer throughout the day. We would encourage people to get involved with prayer.
To see all our prayer meetings, just click Spiritual Rhythm.