World Day of Prayer 2026: Nigeria at Martin Luther Church Toronto with Seniors Group, followed by a lunch
On March 6, 2026, church members and our German-speaking friends celebrated Weltgebetstag (World Day of Prayer). This year’s theme was: “I will give you rest: come.” We hosted a German service about Nigeria with music played by Linda Marcinkus on the keyboard and Pastor Annika Klappert on the guitar, storytelling and bright colours. After the service we enjoyed a potluck lunch inspired by the organizing country. Special thanks to everyone who helped plan, invite, set up, clean up, read, cook, bake and serve, especially our Pastor Annika Klappert, Pastor Katharina Moeller and Iris Schweiger.
February 6, 2026: You are cordially invited to the German World Day of Prayer on the 6th of March 2026 at 11am. A light luncheon will be shared after the service at our Martin Luther Church. The theme is: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened.” Matthew 11:28
We are looking for readers, cooks, bakers, and people who can help set up before the service and take down after the luncheon.
Please contact Marlena at the church office if you are able to lend a hand. Martin Luther Church Office: office@martinluther.ca, 416 251 8293
The World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement led by Christian women who welcome you to join in prayer and action for peace and justice.
Contact Pastor Annika Klappert (416) 567-2487 (pastor@martinluther.ca) with any questions. Looking forward to this time of learning and praying with you all.
Artwork: “Rest for the Weary” by Gift Amarachi Ottah
Artwork explanation: Rest for the Weary The three women, with different headwear, seated at the bottom right of the World Day of Prayer 2026 Nigeria artwork by artist Gift Amarachi Ottah, represent the three major ethnic groups of Nigeria -Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo. Gift explained that the overall message for the 2026 service is “Come”. She said the word “Wazobia” symbolizes Nigeria’s unity, especially for the three major ethnic groups, and a call for inclusion. Wa” means “Come: for Yoruba; “Zo” means “Come” for Hausa; and “Bia” means “Come” for Igbo.
