
07/01/2025
Pastor calls for night prayer vigils in face of darkening world
Christians in Britain are being encouraged to revive the practice of night prayer vigils in light of the dire circumstances of the times.
Jonathan Oloyede, who has been instrumental in organising mass prayer events in Britain over the last 20 years, said he had been stirred into action by last week’s parliamentary votes in favour of unrestricted abortion and assisted su***de, plus the escalation of conflict in the Middle East.
The pastor, who is founder and convenor of the National Day of Prayer and Worship (NDOPW), said the idea had been floating around in his head for some time, but when he woke up to news that the US had bombed Iran he “sensed the time was right” to turn thoughts into action.
When the world darkens, it's time to shine the light of prayer