“For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea” Habakkuk 2:14 (ESV)

We are pleased to bring you this August 2023 edition of IPC Connections!

I trust that you will be blessed and encouraged as you read the articles, news and resources info this month!

Our headline is an invitation to the World Prayer Assembly 2023 taking place in Perth, Australia this October 3^rd-6^th.

Churches and prayer and mission ministries across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands have come together in unprecedented unity, such as has not been seen for decades, with a common vision – ‘A new Wave of Glory to cover the earth – as the waters cover the sea.’ Hab 2:14

60 or so days ahead of the World Prayer Assembly, planned and spontaneous prayer is already taking place across the cities. There are reports of the wave already sweeping through! – and there is a lively air of expectancy as to what God is doing through this global gathering.

Watch the Videos! - We would earnestly encourage you as our partners in prayer around the world to watch this Video Playlist, as you discern your calling to be part of WPA2023AU.  It begins with the WPA Event Trailer.

Margaret Court – Vice Chair of World Prayer Assembly Australia – Oceania brings a personal invite and introduces the WPA theme.

Dr Jason Hubbard shares from scripture around the inspirational theme of the ‘Wave of Glory’. Hab 2:14

Dean Briggs then brings a powerful word of encouragement to us in our prayers… ‘Let’s not be dreaming too small’.

Wendy Yapp then presents a snapshot of the concerted prayer taking place across Perth, and wider afield.

21 Days of Prayer - In the lead up to WPA2023AU, leaders are united in calling 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting – August 28^th to September 17^th contending for a wave of the ‘Knowledge of the Glory of God’ to engulf the globe.  We are contending for an Awakening across Australia and millions to find Christ; and for a Global Awakening and billions to find Christ!   Read the full summons, with flyers, below.

We appreciate that Perth is not the easiest or cheapest city to travel to, and that many of us will be stepping out in faith as we sense our calling, and plan to be there! We are hearing of groups in South African townships planning to bring some of their youth, and others elsewhere who are making sacrifices to get to Perth. Let’s be trusting and praying for provision of each of our needs! (Phil 4:19)

More info follows in the article below.  WPA2023AU registration details and lists of accommodation providers are available on the event website.

Global Day of Prayer - Pentecost Sunday – Do read this encouraging report that follows from the 26-hours of prayer held at the culmination of the Isaiah 62 Fast, 10 Days and Jericho Walls prayer initiatives. It drew together an estimated 100 million people, praying in unity across the world for the salvation of Israel. Watch the broadcast highlights.

SAVE THE DATE! - Please save the date of our next Global Day of Prayer – Sunday November 12^th, when we will be praying for the Hindu World.  There will be all age prayer guides in multiple languages on the 110cities.com website. 

Editorial - Our editorial articles are in tune with the highlighting of the World Prayer Assembly! Dr Jason Hubbard’s inspiring article is entitled ‘The knowledge of the Glory of the Lord’.  In it, he encourages and teaches us about our role as ‘messengers of the hope’ that we all have through Christ’s Glory (Hab 2:14).  Our Hope is in Christ Alone, Amen!  Download the full article from our website.
Our Spotlight Article features Donny McGregor, who represents the Australia region on IPC’s Council.  Read Donny’s story and hear from his heart in the article below.

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All Glory to the Lamb,

Jason Hubbard - Director
International Prayer Connect