Jan 16, 2026 – Notes Shabbat Call
01-16-26 Notes from the “International SHABBAT Celebration.”
24/7 National Strategic Prayer Call
Ps Ioan opened in prayer, asking that the Holy Spirit guide put time together tonight. Then, Maureen shared this:
A Georgia pastor (Otha L. Turnbough, of Lionheart Church) has urged Christians to pray for Donald Trump, saying he believes God is working through him in ways that may not be immediately apparent. He emphasized that God often uses unexpected and controversial figures to accomplish His purposes. “God is using that man beyond your understanding,” he said, encouraging listeners to read the Old Testament, where God raised unlikely leaders and prophets to confront evil and execute judgment…and that similar patterns can still be seen today. He encouraged his congregation to avoid speaking negatively about the President and instead, commit to prayer. Acknowledging that Trump’s actions can provoke strong emotions, he urged believers to view them through a spiritual lens rather than a purely emotional one. When God moves to judge evil, he said, the people He uses are often misunderstood, unconventional, and heavily criticized.
We fully agree, and as we begin our call, we receive the full armor of God, for ourselves (and on behalf of our beloved President) so we are fully equipped to enter into our intercession tonight! Sherrill (TX) led us in that.
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints.“
Ephesians 6:10-18
We prayed corporately, asking that we would wear this armor with the grace and dignity it truly deserves!
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Prayer requests:
Sandra (LA) has been seriously ill. Maureen has tried several times to reach her this week, to no avail. If anyone has an update about her, please be sure to let us know! We prayed corporately, sending healing and love to her.
Barbara (WI), her husband. Ron had bypass surgery on Tuesday. She sent this update: Thanks for your call today, Maureen. Right at that moment, the doctor came in. He is satisfied with Ron’s progress so far. Of course, he will remain in the hospital through the weekend and will take it day by day. He will have a long road ahead of him with cardiac rehab therapy and all that it involves. I so appreciate everyone’s prayers, and I ask that they continue. Specifically, pray for him to continue being motivated to move and to follow instructions without being impatient or hard on himself. One thing he asked the doctor this afternoon was” Can I go to church this Sunday?” shows you where his heart is. Yes, you can share this on the Shabbat call tonight. Can you also ask for a sub for me for tomorrow? I co-facilitate with Kay (IL) and want to make sure that someone’s on with her at 12 pm Eastern.
Marilyn (NH), her daughter Bre, is still recovering and experiencing a lot of belly pain due to the tumors!
Anita (NJ) prayed for Bre, asking for a nutrition expert to come forth to help her.
Bernadette (NY) needs prayer as she had a respiratory infection, and is dizzy and still feeling congested.
Maureen prayed for her.
Suzanne (ME), all is well with her family members. She said that ICE is due to be coming into ME next week to investigate the illegal aliens there, along with the fraud, and there is a lot of fear there! She asked that no agitators come into their state and that the agents coming in have the right temperament to deal with this. She also invited others to pray the same!
Maureen said that people need to stay home and not fuel the fires against our law enforcement officials.
Bernadette (NY) prayed against those who lie and instill fear in people about ICE.
Anita (GA/NJ) prayed into this as well
Mary Ellen (IL) shared that the agitators protesting are being funded by NGOs funded by George Soros,
and asked that it be shut down.
Susan (GA), we cover all these cities, including those in ME, and give You glory for the VICTORY, Lord!
John (NJ) prayed against the corrupt NGO’s that have $ 3.7T income annually…dismantle the entire corrupt system and cast out the spirit of entitlement that is infecting us and stealing our money. Many Americans are not having children these days, and the schools are afraid to support the illegals, who do have children.
Praise reports:
Ps Samuel Kalloo: his daughter Stephanie had breast cancer surgery today. The surgeon said she’s doing great, and her plastic surgeon said that she is recovering well. Praise the Lord. Thanks to all for your prayers 🙏
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Statements by President Trump
“It is my Great Honor to announce that THE BOARD OF PEACE has been formed.
The Members of the Board will be announced shortly,
but I can say with certainty that it is the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board
ever assembled at any time, any place.
Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
DONALD J. TRUMP
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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“As Steve Witkoff announced, we have OFFICIALLY entered the next phase of Gaza’s 20-Point Peace Plan!
Since the Ceasefire, my team has helped deliver RECORD LEVELS of Humanitarian Aid to Gaza,
reaching Civilians at HISTORIC speed and scale.
Even the United Nations has acknowledged this achievement as UNPRECEDENTED.
These results have set the stage for this next phase.
As Chairman of the Board of Peace, I am backing a newly appointed Palestinian Technocratic Government,
the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, supported by the Board’s High Representative,
to govern Gaza during its transition.
These Palestinian leaders are unwaveringly committed to a PEACEFUL future!
With the support of Egypt, Turkey, and Qatar,
we will secure a COMPREHENSIVE Demilitarization Agreement with Hamas,
including the surrender of ALL weapons, and the dismantling of EVERY tunnel.
Hamas must IMMEDIATELY honor its commitments, including the return of the final body to Israel,
and proceed without delay to full Demilitarization.
As I have said before, they can do this the easy way, or the hard way.
The people of Gaza have suffered long enough.
The time is NOW.”
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Statement on President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict
The White House
January 16, 2026
Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump congratulated the formation of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a vital step forward in implementing Phase Two of his Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict—a 20-point roadmap for lasting peace, stability, reconstruction, and prosperity in the region.
The NCAG will be led by Dr. Ali Sha’ath (formerly the Deputy Minister of Transportation of the Palestinian Authority), a widely respected technocratic leader who will oversee the restoration of core public services, the rebuilding of civil institutions, and the stabilization of daily life in Gaza, while laying the foundation for long-term, self-sustaining governance. Dr. Sha’ath brings deep experience in public administration, economic development, and international engagement, and is widely respected for his pragmatic, technocratic leadership and understanding of Gaza’s institutional realities.
This milestone perfectly aligns with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803 (2025), which endorsed President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan and welcomed the establishment of the Board of Peace. The Board of Peace will play an essential role in fulfilling all 20 points of the President’s plan, providing strategic oversight, mobilizing international resources, and ensuring accountability as Gaza transitions from conflict to peace and development.
To operationalize the Board of Peace’s vision—under the chairmanship of President Donald J. Trump—a founding Executive Board has been formed, composed of leaders with experience across diplomacy, development, infrastructure, and economic strategy. The appointed members are:
Secretary Marco Rubio
Steve Witkoff
Jared Kushner
Tony Blair
Marc Rowan – Apollo Global Management CEO
Ajay Banga – World Bank President
Robert Gabriel – US former deputy national security adviser
Each Executive Board member will oversee a defined portfolio critical to Gaza’s stabilization and long-term success, including, but not limited to, governance capacity-building, regional relations, reconstruction, investment attraction, large-scale funding, and capital mobilization.
In support of this operating model, the Chairman has appointed Aryeh Lightstone (Senior Advisor to U.S. Ambassador to Israel) and Josh Gruenbaum ( US Federal Acquisition Service Commissioner) as senior advisors to the Board of Peace, charged with leading day-to-day strategy and operations, and translating the Board’s mandate and diplomatic priorities into disciplined execution.
H.E. Nickolay Mladenov, an Executive Board member, will serve as the High Representative for Gaza. In this capacity, he will act as the on-the-ground link between the Board of Peace and the NCAG. He will support the Board’s oversight of all aspects of Gaza’s governance, reconstruction, and development, while ensuring coordination across civilian and security pillars.
To establish security, preserve peace, and establish a durable terror-free environment, Major General Jasper Jeffers has been appointed Commander of the International Stabilization Force (ISF), where he will lead security operations, support comprehensive demilitarization, and enable the safe delivery of humanitarian aid and reconstruction materials.
In support of the Office of the High Representative and the NCAG, a Gaza Executive Board is being established. The Board will help support effective governance and the delivery of best-in-class services that advance peace, stability, and prosperity for the people of Gaza. The appointed members are:
Steve Witkoff
Jared Kushner
Hakan Fidan – Turkish Foreign Minister
Ali Al-Thawadi – senior Qatari diplomat
General Hassan Rashad – Egyptian intelligence chief
Sir Tony Blair
Marc Rowan – Apollo Global Management CEO
Reem Al-Hashimy – UAE Minister of International Cooperation
Nickolay Mladenov – former UN envoy to the Middle East
Yakir Gabay – Israeli-Cypriot businessman (a Jew)
Sigrid Kaag – former UN humanitarian coordinator (married to a Palestinian)
The United States remains fully committed to supporting this transitional framework, working in close partnership with Israel, key Arab nations, and the international community to achieve the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan. The President calls on all parties to cooperate fully with the NCAG, the Board of Peace, and the International Stabilization Force to ensure the swift and successful implementation of the Comprehensive Plan.
Additional Executive Board and Gaza Executive Board members will be announced over the coming weeks.
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Ps Ioan suggested that we pray this way:
If this has been influenced by bad actors and is not from God, let the Lord intervene to dismantle it!
We prayed into this corporately.
Also, the 2 state solution is a trap for him. He must avoid stepping into that trap!
We prayed into this corporately.
We then invited individual prayers for President Trump
Diane (MT) prayed Psalm 9: 19 “Arise, O Lord, do not let man prevail; Let the nations be judged in Your sight.”
Judy (VA) from the hymn ON CHRIST THE SOLID ROCK I STAND…let him not be swayed by human wisdom, but lean on the wisdom from above.
Bev (MT) shared Proverbs 16:1-3: “The preparations of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the spirits. Commit your works to the Lord, and your thoughts will be established.”
Joan (AZ) let him read the Bible and see that the LAND IS NOT TO BE DIVIDED in any way!
Debbie (TX) give him dreams and visions to show him that he must not go against Your will.
John (NJ) protect his mind from being manipulated, and let him seek YOU daily. Let him go to YOU…The
Well…to drink of Your mercy, goodness, and grace!
Dorothy (OR), we love President Trump and we cry out to the Lord on his behalf…Acts 20:28-31 “Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood. For I know this, that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. Also from among yourselves men will rise up, speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after themselves. Therefore watch, and remember that for three years I did not cease to warn everyone night and day with tears.” Be on the alert…and remember!
Clarke (TN), thank You, Lord, for restoring and putting President Trump back in office…and for his life being spared…so that we might live in all Godliness and holiness.
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Our dear brother, Ps Donald Kruse (from American Samoa), was fired as the nation’s Treasurer when he discovered the hidden corruption of the current Governor, who is a Mormon (LDS).
There are two types of governments spoken of in Romans 13…explicit and implicit. The Founders of the USA established this government on the Will and Word of God…and we are to pray for them as they lead and protect us! BUT, when those who serve darkness (impostors) seize power, we must resist them…and pray that they are either MOVED OR REMOVED! Evil systems (Communism, Islam) must be taken down.
Biblical perspective of Governance – by Ps Ioan
Mary Ellen (IL) read Ezekiel 13:10-11 “Because, indeed, because they have seduced My people, saying, ‘Peace!’ when there is no peace—and one builds a wall, and they plaster[a] it with untempered mortar— say to those who plaster it with untempered mortar, that it will fall. There will be flooding rain, and you, O great hailstones, shall fall; and a stormy wind shall tear it down.” – and asked that God move on President Trump’s heart, so he will not allow the division of that land.
Susan (GA) looked up the meaning of technocratic leader…
Dorothy (OR) move on, President Trump, in a way that he will NOT abdicate his position or hand over the resolutions of the problems of Gaza to those who do not know You… or have Israel’s best interests at heart.
Angela (CA) is reading about the International Stabilization Force (ISF), and it says that they want to “establish a durable terror free environment” Genesis 12:3 ”I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who curses you; and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.” Psalm 122:6 “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you.” She saw President Trump taking the ground; let there be a driving out of whatever would contend with the peace of Jerusalem.
Ps Ioan asked what cooperation can there be between a system that is for the Kingdom of God and one that is against it? We are called to stand and prevent this from coming to pass! We must agree that, as far as this Board goes, there will be no common ground for them to come together or to achieve consensus. We pray that there will be no agreement between the Godly…and the enemies of God and the Holy Land! Any alliance or agreement that is contrary to God’s Word and Will shall fall! We are standing for and with President Trump to protect him from taking the greatest fall we can imagine. WE SAY: “Not on our watch!”
Bernadette (NY) President Trump’s heart is for peace, but he truly does not understand the inner workings of this darkness. As You opened the Red Sea and made a way for Your people, open the way for him, and Bring him through!
Sherrill (TX) expose Jared Kushner to the President and let him see the truth. Let our Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, tell the President what the Bible says about the division of the Holy Land.
Diane (MT) open the President‘s eyes about the relationship between Jared and the President
Angela (CA) Gaza is Yeshua’s Cove
Joan (AZ) broke any soul ties between the President and Jared, his son-in-law
Annie (SC), this is also about family…and we pray that every single person involved in this will have the weighty fear of the Lord come upon them re: dividing that land!
God is leading us, and we are free to pray, serving as a wall for truth, the President, and the nation!
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Just before 9 PM, we paused to pray for Tina Peters.
Colorado Appellate Court Judges Eviscerate Colorado’s Case Against Tina Peters’ in Appeals Hearing
Yesterday was a good day for former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, whose appeal was heard in Colorado by a three-judge appellate panel. Peters was sentenced to a nine-year sentence in October 2024 for ‘crimes’ committed while upholding her obligations under federal law to secure election records. The charges Peters was convicted of include three counts of attempting to influence a public servant (bureaucrats from the Secretary of State’s office), one count of conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation, first-degree official misconduct, violation of duty, and failure to comply with an order or requirement from the Secretary of State. The appeal was “based on core legal and constitutional errors,” according to a press release from Peters’ legal team. Those claims were the federal Immunity/Supremacy Clause, insufficient evidence, denial of due process, unconstitutional sentencing, and pardon jurisdiction.
The hearing started off shaky, with Peters’s attorney, John Case being questioned about the Supremacy Clause claim. Case argued that it was Peters’ obligation to preserve and investigate the election records under 52 USC 20701. However, the panel pushed back and questioned whether the “investigate” element was an obligation under the statute. Case argued that the obligation is to preserve and protect, and that the statute does not prohibit her from investigating the election. The fireworks, however, began when the State presented its arguments. The significant issues that the judges probed revolved around a misstated charge, unjust sentencing, and the trial judge’s restrictions on Peters presenting a complete defense.
“Is it your position that a person can still be convicted of a crime with which they were never charged and with which the jury was never instructed, as long as the evidence is sufficient?” asked Judge Ted C. Tow.
“Yes, I think that that is what the case law indicates,” responded Senior Assistant AGLisa Michaels. “It was one word. “Might.” And it was already…,” Michaels began before being interrupted by another judge.
Judge Craig Welling. “Yeah, but that one word distinguishes it from a felony to a misdemeanor,” Judge Welling stated.
“In this case, it made an extra sentence. Fifteen more months in the Department of Corrections that couldn’t have been given had it been a misdemeanor conviction. It clearly affects a substantial right,” Judge Tow asserted.
“I’m confused as to why the People are continuing to maintain that the proper remedy on this isn’t to enter the conviction for the misdemeanor because the indictment used the word ‘might’ and the jury was instructed on that, so that’s what the verdict is. I am baffled as to the position that’s being taken that we can somehow overlook that and still enter the felony because the evidence that was presented at trial would have supported the felony. Are you still maintaining that position in front of us here today?” asked Judge Welling.
“Yes. That is our position,” Michaels responded.
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We prayed corporately for her release before January 20th!
Diane (MT) prayed for the protection of the 3 Judges on the panel.
Carol (TX) vindicate her and expunge her record, and give her 7-fold recompense, and give her back her dignity and job…and an apology.
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We will stand with Tina and all the J6ers until they are all returned to their lives and loved ones
and compensated for the injustices they have suffered!
Then Annie (SC) led us in singing the National Anthem.
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Ps Ioan shared that today is the 37th birthday of his son, David. He shared with him about the goodness of God to him and his mother, who nearly died having him. When buying groceries today, he went into the butcher shop for pita and ground beef, and stood aside to allow the butcher, Florin, to serve an old customer. As Ps Ioan was paying the cashier, Maram, Florin said, “She is a Christian like us!” Maram is from Iraq…and the only Christian in her family! She said that she was invited to church in October 2024 in Bucharest, and a few days after, she was born again by the Lord. She asked the Lord to teach her about Him and the Word…and she said God wakes her up each day at 5 AM and teaches her. She is growing spiritually in an accelerated mode, and went to her pastor and exhorted him to teach LOVE and not just the LAW. Ps Ioan told Florin to respect Maram (25 years old) and to listen to her. (We had prayed for Florin when we were in Bucharest, and the Presence of God filled the shop…and Florin had goose bumps and continues to testify to that.) Ps Ioan intends to do whatever he can to help her grow in the Lord
We prayed for Maram as she continues to grow in the Lord and develops a solid foundation for her walk! Every day the Lord is giving her a passage from the Bible and the Holy Spirit is teaching her the meaning of it. For today the word was:
The Lord has appeared of old to me, saying:
“Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore with lovingkindness I have drawn you.”
Jeremiah 31:3
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More from President Trump
“Does anybody believe that in Minneapolis, these are the Food Stamp Businesses?
There’s no Food, there’s no cleanliness, there’s no service, there’s no nothing, except FRAUD.
They get sent Millions of Dollars of Taxpayer Money, and laugh at how STUPID the Americans are,
but not anymore.
These people should be sent back to Somalia, or any other Country from where they came.
California, Illinois, New York, and so many other places are equally as bad.
It’s all a giant Democrat SCAM, with protection from the Fake News Media
but, it will end, as we, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
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“They should be thrown out of the USA.
Get it done, NOW!
That includes their loser Rep. Omar, who married her brother (gross!)”
President DJT
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JUST IN… the DOJ is investigating Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
for conspiracy to impede immigration agents.
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“In Minnesota, the Troublemakers, Agitators, and Insurrectionists are, in many cases,
highly paid professionals.
The Governor and Mayor don’t know what to do, they have totally lost control,
and our currently being rendered, USELESS!
If, and when, I am forced to act, it will be solved, QUICKLY and EFFECTIVELY!”
President DJT
President Trump said that he will invoke the Insurrection Act if the attacks against ICE are not stopped. We paused to pray for Minneapolis, and MN, and the unrest that is being fomented by Walz and Frey.
Joann (MO) agrees with the steps President Trump is taking to restore LAW AND ORDER, and if he needs to invoke the InsurrectionAct, stop any interference against it, and protect him and his family, and those aligned with him. Rebellion is of satan… and has no place here!
Nancy (MN) lifted up the MN pastors, that they would choose JUSTICE, and not be conflicted over the Somali community. The people need to hear that it is not OK to rise up against the officials, and not be divided. We need God’s intervention and lawlessness to end!
Bev (MT) was born and raised in MN…and it was dominated by Norwegians and Swedes. Many were caught up in doctrine differences and allowed division. They need restoration and to open the WORD and live it!
Tesi (FL) the woman who was shot, was the organizer of the resistance and obstruction of the ICE officers at that site. She was paid to do it, but she wound up paying a terrible price!
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“This morning I had a very good call with the Interim President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez.
We are making tremendous progress, as we help Venezuela stabilize and recover.
Many topics were discussed, including Oil, Minerals, Trade and, of course, National Security.
This partnership between the United States of America and Venezuela will be a spectacular one FOR ALL. Venezuela will soon be great and prosperous again, perhaps more so than ever before!”
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“Numbers released today show that the United States of America has the lowest Trade Deficit since 2009,
and going even lower.
In addition, our Nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is predicted to come in at over 5%,
and that is after losing at least 1.5% to the Democrat “Shutdown.”
These incredible numbers, and the unprecedented SUCCESS of our Country, are a direct result of TARIFFS, which have rescued our Economy and National Security.
I hope the Supreme Court is aware of these Historic, Country saving achievements prior to the issuance of their most important (ever!) Decision.
Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP
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“Re-Gifting”
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Machado met with President Trump yesterday
and gifted him her Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts at supporting democracy in Venezuela,
including Operation Absolute Resolve to remove President Maduro.
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Candace (from Canada) jumped on the line and (in tears) said that we really need to pray for President Trump, and that the Jeremiah 1:10 mantle is on him. “See, I have this day set you over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out and to pull down, to destroy and to throw down, to build and to plant.”
Joann (MO) shared a word about President Trump being protected by GOD!
We prayed corporately for President Trump’s safety and total protection…as the Jihadist Islamic leaders of Iran have issued a kill order against him!
Please continue to pray:
That the plans and purposes of God will prevail, as SCOTUS rules in FAVOR OF President Trump re: tariffs, and that he overcomes every hindrance to lead this nation forward into its’ Golden Age.
That Mamdani and all other Islamic-Communists will be removed from public office throughout our land.
That there would be no more assaults on ICE or CBP agents who enforce the law and keep the peace!
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We joined in communion together, and then closed singing: SHABBAT SHALOM!
In His love…always!
Maureen and Ps Ioan
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Using the “two by two” Biblical model, our Facilitators and Co-Facilitators team up to “carry” the call together.
(This ensures that each hour is always covered…and the need for subs can be eliminated!)
We invite those who are willing to step up and stand in the gap for the 24/7 NSPC
to contact Maureen to volunteer to serve for an hour a week…407-810-4665.
Lord, bring committed co-facilitators to cover every hour.
Touch hearts, and cause those of our 24/7 family to rise up and serve
as we intercede for our nation’s destiny and deliverance!
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