09/10/2024
ZAMBIA NATIONAL PRAYER BREAKFAST: UNITING THE NATION THROUGH PRAYER
October 8, 2024
The Zambia National Prayer Breakfast (ZNPB) is set to take place on October 10, 2024, at the Parliament grounds in Lusaka. This year's event marks the third edition of this inspiring gathering, bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to promote unity, prayer, and action under the theme "Celebrating Our Christian Heritage and Fellowship."
A Historic Gathering
The guest of honor will be the President of the Republic of Zambia, Dr. Hakainde Hichilema, with the Speaker Nellie Mutti as hostess and the Chief Justice Mumba Malila among others expected to attend. This event presents a unique opportunity for the three arms of government to come together in prayer.
Inspiration from the American National Prayer Breakfast
The ZNPB was inspired by the Kenyan National Prayer Breakfast, which in turn was inspired by the American National Prayer Breakfast that has been held annually since 1953. The American event has hosted influential figures like U.S. presidents, including President Joe Biden, former presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama, senators, and international leaders, facilitating dialogue, forging partnerships, and inspiring community service initiatives. Malawi had it's first national prayer breakfast last month while Zimbabwe, Bostwana, Namibia, South Africa and others are to follow suit.
Objectives of the ZNPB
- Foster National Unity and Cohesion: Bring together leaders from various sectors to promote unity and cooperation
- Promote Spiritual Growth and Moral Values: Encourage spiritual reflection and moral values among leaders
- Encourage Leaders to Prioritize Prayer and Reflection: Inspire leaders to seek guidance through prayer and reflection
Upcoming Event Details
The October 10 event will gather approximately 500 invitees, including politicians from all parties, representatives from NGOs, businesses, and churches, and youth leaders. Dr. Lutangu Lubasi heads the ZNPB, supported by committees focused on mobilization, finance and fundraising, marketing and media, protocol and security, and logistics.
As Zambia prepares for this significant gathering, the ZNPB organizers and participants look forward to a transformative experience that will inspire positive change and foster a sense of national unity. The organization's tagline, "God, Unite, Prayer, Action," embodies its mission.
Issued by: Njoya Tembo,
Marketing and Media Chairman, ZNPB