Prayer Service at the FCJ Chapel for 2026 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

On the evening of January 19, 2026, members of various Christian traditions gathered at the FCJ Christian Life Centre Chapel for a dedicated prayer service marking the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The service began at 5:30 pm with hopeful hearts aimed at fostering reconciliation and visible unity within the Church.

The 2026 observance centers on the Bible verse from Ephesians 4:4 which states, “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.”

The participants came together for shared prayer with selected scripture readings focused on healing historical divisions and restoring the unity desired by Jesus Christ. Attendees were reminded that unity is a gift from God to be received with humility and patience.

The gathering at the FCJ Chapel emphasized "spiritual ecumenism," which the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops identifies as the heart of the ecumenical movement.

Following the service, the FCJ Centre provided a space for participants from different denominations to share refreshments and dialogue, embodying oneness through encouraging community connections.#