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Many churches across the district came together at Ingham Uniting Church on Friday 27 March for the annual World Day of Prayer service, with this year’s programme centred on the women of Nigeria.
The gathering drew more than 50 attendees, including students and teachers from Ingham State High School and Gilroy Santa Maria College, reflecting a strong sense of unity and shared faith across generations.
Students played a meaningful role in the service, sharing stories and reflections that highlighted the lives and experiences of Nigerian women. The theme for this year, “I Will Give You Rest: Come,” encouraged those present to reflect on compassion and global connection.
Ingham State High School said its student leaders were honoured to take part. “Our four School Captains represented the school community and shared powerful stories about the lives and experiences of women living in Nigeria,” they said. “Listening to the stories (...) provided a meaningful opportunity for our students to consider the challenges, resilience, and strength of women in different parts of the world.”
Gilroy Santa Maria College echoed that sentiment, with its College leaders joining what was described as a global moment of reflection and solidarity. “Our College leaders represented us with such grace and humility, and we couldn’t be prouder of the way they carried our values into this global celebration.”
Attendees were particularly moved by the presence of a Nigerian Sisters’ representative, whose message highlighted the importance of unity, hope, and the beauty of global sisterhood. Her words encouraged those present to stand together, uplift one another, and keep faith for communities seeking peace and healing.
The successful event once again demonstrated the strength of community spirit in Ingham, bringing people together in prayer, peace, and shared understanding.
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1. Church: Over 50 attendees came to Ingham Uniting church for World Prayer Day. Photo supplied.
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