A Call to Pray for our younger generations
Our first third · Our tamariki · Our rangatahi
Celebrating the end of Youth Week by joining in prayer together across our motu
"Tenei ano taku kupu ki a koutou, Ki te mea ka tokorua o koutou e rite tahi ana nga whakaaro i te whenua mo tetahi mea e inoi ai raua, e meinga ano mo raua e toku Matua i te rangi." "Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." Matthew 18:19–20 (NIV)
Why this matters
Our young people need
a generation who will pray
A Fresh Revelation of God
Our tamariki and rangatahi need freedom, a sense of belonging and worth grounded in our Creator.
Peace & Security
They need to feel safe, to be loved well, and to have healthy and life-giving connections in their communities.
Renewed Hope
They need laughter and joy. They need God's voice to be louder than devices, social media, and the noise of the world.
Intergenerational Connection
As we enfold them into our churches and communities, we stand together in prayer and trust God to journey alongside us.
We are aware
The challenges they navigate
Our young people are facing unprecedented pressures. For many, these tough issues have become their new normal. This is why we pray.
Get involved
How to join in
Go to high ground
Find a hilltop, mountain, or place of significance on your whenua. Let the landscape remind you of our God who sees all of Aotearoa.
Gather your community
Invite families, all ages, your congregation. Share the call to prayer across the churches in your community.
Worship & intercede
Use our 1-hour guided prayer plan, the Spotify playlist, or simply pray. Five minutes in your Sunday service counts too.
Register & connect
Sign up below so we can send you resources and connect you with what God is doing across Aotearoa on this day.
1-Hour Prayer Meeting Plan
"Let the Children Come"
Luke 18:16
Welcome & Purpose
"We're here to stand in the gap for a generation facing unprecedented challenges." Open with a short karakia, acknowledge the pain, centre the hope in Christ.
Scripture & Devotional
Read Luke 18:15–17 and Psalm 34:18. Reflect: "God sees the pain and the potential of our young people."
Luke 18:15–17 · Psalm 34:18
Worship
One reflective, one hopeful worship song. Invite people to bring their burdens before the Lord as they sing.
Guided Intercession — 4 Prayer Blocks
Mental Health — Psalm 42:11, Philippians 4:6–7
Addiction & Identity — Romans 12:2, John 10:10
Social Pressures & Violence — Micah 6:8, Isaiah 1:17
World Anxiety & Spiritual Disconnection — Hebrews 6:19, Psalm 46:1–2
Pray in pairs, small groups, or as one body — 6 minutes each
Silent Reflection & Personal Intercession
Pray for specific young people you know. Write down names on sticky notes. Optional soft instrumental music.
Open Group Prayer
Invite anyone moved by the Spirit to pray aloud. Encourage short, bold prayers.
Blessing & Sending
Read Numbers 6:24–26 together, then close with the unison prayer: "Lord, raise up a generation in Aotearoa who walk in freedom, truth, and love — rooted in You, healed by You, and living for You."
Join the movement
Register to Participate
Sign up to let us know you're joining in — and we'll send you everything you need: flyers, the prayer plan, social media graphics, and a Spotify playlist.
Kia ora! You're registered.
We'll be in touch with your resource pack shortly. Thank you for standing in the gap for Aotearoa's tamariki and rangatahi.
Everything you need
Free Resources
All resources have been lovingly prepared by Lorna Gray. Download and share freely.
1-Hour Prayer Meeting Plan
A complete guided plan with scripture, prayer points, and a format for groups of any size.
Download PDFLetter for Churches
A ready-to-send letter explaining the Call to Prayer for your minister or parish council.
Download PDFA4 Flyer
Print and display in your church foyer, community noticeboard, or youth group space.
Download PDFPostcard Invite
A postcard-sized invite to hand out to families, youth groups, and friends.
Download PNGFacebook Graphic
Ready-to-post Facebook image sized and formatted for sharing on your church page.
Download PNGInstagram Graphic
Square-format Instagram post to share with your community and spread the word.
Download PNGWorship Together