Join Us for a Season of Fasting, Prayer, and Repentance!
As we continue our transition into our new building in downtown New Rochelle, we invite our entire church family to unite in a church-wide Season of Fasting, Prayer, and Repentance. This spiritual journey is an opportunity to seek God’s guidance, renew our hearts, and position our church to be a transformative light in our community.
Vision and Purpose:
This season is centered on Joel 2:12-13:
"Even now,” declares the LORD, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning. Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love…”
Why We Fast, Pray, and Repent:
- Fasting: To humble ourselves, focus on God, and prepare for effective ministry.
- Prayer: To seek God’s wisdom, intercede for our church, and grow closer to Him.
- Repentance: To align our hearts with God’s will and ready ourselves for leadership and service.
Monthly Focus Areas:
Each month will have a specific focus for fasting and prayer:
October 5 (Community Integration Month)
Fast For: Strong relationships with local organizations.
Pray For: Opportunities to use our facilities to bless the city.
Repent Of: Missed opportunities to serve and connect with our neighbors.
November 2 (Gratitude and Generosity Month)
Fast For: A spirit of gratitude and generosity.
Pray For: God’s provision to fund our ministries and programs.
Repent Of: Any tendencies toward selfishness or lack of faith in God’s supply.
December 5 (Christ-Centered Focus Month)
Fast For: A Christ-centered focus in all we do.
Pray For: Renewal of our vision to proclaim the gospel boldly.
Repent Of: Any distractions that have pulled us away from our mission.
Additional focus areas in October, November, and December will continue to guide us as we prepare for ministry in our growing mission field in downtown New Rochelle.
How to Participate:
- Choose a fasting method (e.g., traditional fast, partial fast, or abstaining from specific activities).
- Dedicate time daily for prayer and scripture reading.
- Reflect and repent, aligning your heart with God’s purposes.
Our Call to Action:
Let us step into this season together, trusting God to do a mighty work in us and through us. As Isaiah 58:6 reminds us:
"Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke?"
Mark Your Calendar:
The journey begins Sunday, October 5 at sundown and continues monthly throughout the year. Together, let’s fast, pray, and repent as one body, preparing to see God’s glory revealed in this new chapter of ministry.
For more details and fasting guidelines, contact Evangelist Melissa Jackson at melissa.jackson@newyorkcovenant.com.
Let’s seek the Lord with expectation and faith!
