Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025

“Do You Believe This? Embracing Faith and Unity in a Troubled World”

As we enter the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (18–25 January 2025), we are reminded of the question posed by Jesus to Martha in John 11:26: “Do you believe this?” This question, rooted in love and invitation, calls us to reflect ourselves on our shared faith as Christians and the ways in which belief shapes each of our lives and relationships.

This year marks a significant moment in Christian history as Christians across the world mark the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, the first Ecumenical Council of the Church. It was at this council that the Nicene Creed—our shared profession of faith—was formed, providing a foundation for unity among Christians despite the many divisions that have emerged over the centuries.

The theme for this year’s Week of Prayer, “Do You Believe This?” invites us to deepen our commitment to faith as a way of life, challenging us to live out our belief in a world filled with division, suffering, and uncertainty. Each of us are called to offer the hope and transformative power of Christ to everyone we meet.

Each day of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity focuses on a theme drawn from the Nicene Creed and scripture, encouraging all Christians to explore belief as a dynamic, life-giving force.

We invite you to journey with us through these themes, celebrating the richness of our shared Christian heritage while striving for greater unity in Christ.

Join us in prayer, reflection, and action throughout the week. Resources, including daily reflections, scripture readings, and prayers, are available on the Churches Together in Britain and Ireland website at www.ctbi.org.uk/weekofprayer. Let us together respond to Christ’s call to faith and unity.

 

Daily Themes

  • Day 1: The fatherhood and motherhood of God who rules the universe.
  • Day 2: Creation as God’s work.
  • Day 3: The Incarnation of the Son.
  • Day 4: The Paschal Mystery: Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus.
  • Day 5: The Holy Spirit, breath of God.
  • Day 6: The Church: Community of believers.
  • Day 7: Baptism into the Death and Resurrection of the Lord.
  • Day 8: Waiting for the Kingdom.