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World Day of Prayer
A Christian day of prayer held on the first Friday of March, with services prepared each year by women from a different country.
- UK
- USA (not marked)
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
World Day of Prayer is an international ecumenical movement led by Christian women. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland it is run by a national committee that is a registered charity, and 2027 marks its centenary.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 5 March 2027 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Friday 3 March 2028 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Friday 2 March 2029 | UK, International | Set by a fixed rule |
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