1-18-18

From Cathy Braun:
My time is completed as the State Coordinator for Michigan.  It was been a pleasure to stand with the many Michigan prayer coordinators and the National Day of Prayer Task Force leadership all across the nation. I look forward to having time for other prayer related "endeavors" such as writing and travel. After much prayer and with great confidence in the plan of the Lord, last month I recommended Pastor Sylvia Williams to our national leadership.

Sylvia Williams is now the State Coordinator.  Please welcome her. 

Sylvia L. Williams is the founder of He Giveth More Grace Ministries, a non-denominational, multi-cultural ministry devoted to teaching, training and equipping members of the Body of Christ to fulfill God’s call upon their lives. She is also the founder of Women of Destiny, the women’s fellowship at Merciful Ministries Church International in Redford, Mich., where she pastors alongside her husband, Pastor Lee Williams.   

Pastor Sylvia is an international speaker and a published author and journalist, and is known for turning “wimps into warriors” through her prophetic teachings and apostolic training. She uses her God-given gift for writing and editing in both the Christian and secular world. Her “Spiritual Warfare Training Manual” was published in 2004 and she is currently authoring a book on prayer and intercession.

Pastor Sylvia began her professional writing career as a newspaper reporter at the Columbia Daily Tribune in Columbia, Mo., when she was a senior in high school. Her more than 40 years of journalistic experience includes managing editor of an international business-to-business magazine and manager of the writing department of Marilyn Hickey Ministries in Denver. She is also a former assistant professor of journalism at Metropolitan State University of Denver.

She is the founder and CEO of Dawson Publishing, a for-profit publishing company that serves both the Christian and corporate sectors. Pastor Sylvia is an editorial consultant, ghostwriter and copy editor, providing writing and editing seminars as well as book and magazine publishing conferences in Michigan and other parts of the United States.   

HAPPY NEW YEAR AND Nightwatch Prayer Opportunities

Praying a blessed and very prosperous new year for each of you.
The year in Hebrew of 5778, and 2018.  A year of new glorious beginnings.
A year to experience His glory. Thank you all for serving the Lord in your
communities and the state of Michigan. Thank you for praying and being
faithful.


You are invited to the Nightwatch Prayer conference calls for 2018 - (EST zone)

National Day of Prayer watches in conjunction with Capitol Hill Prayer Partners (CHPP) in D.C.  The call telephone number is:

ph. 712-432-0075, 4961322# 

Michigan is covering:

January 6-7, 11:55 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. (Saturday night)

January 13-14, 11:55 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. (Saturday night)

February 3-4, 11:55 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. 

Under the Leadership of Cathy Braun and Sylvia Williams.

Other nights are lead by State Coordinators from other states
and you may join in with those calls as well. Call prayer hours until 6 a.m. 

The cultural mountain we are praying for is the "Media".
Other states will cover all of the cultural mountains during their time slots.

Please join in, it is very rewarding!

Special Announcement - Cry Out America

A special announcement: 

The National Day of Prayer Task Force leadership is happy to announce that 

Cry Out America is a new initiative of the National Day of Prayer Task Force.

Coming up at a location near you. The Cry Out America Patriot Day 9/11 Observance. 

Now annually, we will have nationwide in every state, two statewide prayer observances.

1) The NDP Observance on the first Thursday of May and 
2)  Cry Out America Patriot Day 9/11 Observance.

Watch for details here www.ndpmi.blogspot.com or at our Face Book page

https://www.facebook.com/NDP Michigan,  for news about the COA Patriot Day 9/11 Observance. 

If you like to host a Patriot Day 9/11 Observance in your county please contact me and I will
put you in touch with the new COA Michigan Coordinator Marilyn Morrison.   

Cathy Braun

State Coordinator, Michigan

National Day of Prayer

ph. 517-927-7240

National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 4, 2017

Helpful reminders for local coordinators:
1.  Review the www.nationaldayofprayer.org site
2.  Order any materials you may need.
3.  Begin to advertise on the radio, do any press releases.
4.  Request the Michigan Prayer Guide PDF, available by 4/20/17.
5.  Promote prayer for our nation.
6.  Register your event at the national web site under EVENTS.


If you are available attend the Capitol building prayer observance:
     Worship and prayer:  11 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
      Observance: Noon to 1 p.m.
      Reception tent: 1 to 2 p.m.,  food, refreshments
      David's Tent: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Sound, worship and prayer
      Location: Capitol steps, schedule tours for classrooms
      
 Extend invitations to friends and family members.

Theme for 2017:  FOR YOUR GREAT NAME'S SAKE
                             Hear Us...Forgive Us....Heal Us!
                             O Lord, Listen! O Lord, Forgive!
                             O Lord, Hear and Act!
                             For Your Sake, O My God...
                             Daniel 9:19

Decision America - Franklin Graham in Michigan, October 4, 2016

OCTOBER 4. All churches &Christian groups should be represented at this event, in one way or another. This is OUR OPPORTUNITY to make a MICHIGAN declaration for the sake of the country and for our generation. We need to take this very seriously – to come together and ask God for mercy. 11 Chron 7:14 – this is it!

October 4 Schedule as follows:

9am – 11am – Christian seminars on current issues & Biblical Worldview – Lansing Center, sign up/small fee (Day Under the Dome) – this is our MICHIGAN event to accompany the Graham prayer hour.

Noon – 1pm – FRANKLIN GRAHAM PRAYER – Capitol lawn – this is MICHIGAN’s turn in his 50-state prayer tour.

1:30pm – 4:30pm – More Christian seminars on current issues & Biblical Worldview – Lansing Center, sign up/small fee (Day Under the Dome) – this is our MICHIGAN event to accompany the Graham prayer hour.

 Day Under the Dome Event - see flyer attached. MICHOP, Salt & Light Global, Information Network for Christian Homes (INCH) and many other groups are sponsoring these MICHIGAN seminars before and after the Franklin Graham NOON prayer event on Oct 4. 9:00 - 11:00am and 1:30 - 4:30pm, Christians and concerned citizens will not want to miss these preparatory and encouraging messages from our community's experts on today's most pressing issues. Rep Lee Chatfield, Prof William Wagner, CTV’s James Muffett, and others will be speaking. Please go to the website (see attachment) and sign up immediately as there is limited seating at each event/seminar. Find out how we can be unified and prepared for the days to come. www.eventbrite.com/e/day-under-the-dome-restoring-the-foundations-tickets-26078695079.

To become a volunteer at the Franklin Graham prayer event October 4 in Lansing/Capitol lawn, and if you would like materials for your church/group, you can also acquire them from this website:www.decisionamericatour.com. 

Debate Prayer

The debate today, September 26, 2016 is located at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y. Moderated by (NBC) Lester Holt. Debates are key so we must pray and fast.

1. Psalm 91 Abiding in the shadow of the Almighty.

2. Psalm 24:7-10 Praying for the King of Glory to enter in and to seal in this event. We govern in prayer. The Lord is strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.

3. Jeremiah 1: 10 See I have appointed you this day over the nations and the kingdoms to pluck up and to break down, to destroy and overthrow and to build and to plant.

4. We destroy all plots and any confederation of evil that attempts to interfere. Confounding all forces sent to disrupt or interfere. The moderator will operate in fairness with no bias. We invite in Holy Spirit.

5. The teams of intercessors on site will discern as needed and move in revelation from Heaven. The Host of Heaven is set there in every strategic place. God's wisdom to the person of His choice and they will speak with clarity and sidestep any traps.

6. Psalm 100 Now worship the Lord as He is enthroned on our praises. Let God arise and His enemies be scattered!

7. We will have the President that God has chosen and all strategies to usurp that authority are broken by Holy Spirit and the Host of Heaven. Amen!

8. We go to the Courts of Heaven and ask the Just Judge to render a decision on our behalf. There will be a shift of kingdoms and there will be a smooth transition to the new beginning!

May 5, 2016 National Day of Prayer

Capitol steps.... 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

11 a.m. to Noon....  Harp and Bowl (Worship and Prayer)
Lead by Tami Flick and team, Kalamazoo House of Prayer 
and Northern Lights Chorale with West Michigan Home 
School Fine Arts

Noon to 1 p.m.......  Observance

1 p.m. to 2 p.m......  Private Legislative Reception

1:30 to 2:30 p.m......Downtown Prayer Outreach, business district

Theme:  Wake up America

Verse:  Isaiah 58:1A NIV 

Shout it aloud, do not hold back.  Raise your voice like a trumpet.

-Praying for Religious Liberty, Revival, Awakening in the Nation, Education, Church, Family, Good Government, Military, Detroit, Flint, Kalamazoo, and Israel-

Arise Take Your Place and Govern for the Lord Christ 

222 Solemn Assembly and Prayer Summit

Solemn Assembly and 

Prayer Summit 

February 22, 2016, Monday

10 am. to 3 p.m.

Capitol Building, 4th floor

Rooms 402-403

Worship, Prayer, Teaching

Preparation for 2016

NDP Observance May 5, 2016

Theme: Wake Up America

Verse: Isaiah 58:1A NIV

www.nationaldayofprayer.org

Go to Events, post your observance 

Lansing, Michigan Capitol Observance

May 7, 2015

Lansing, Michigan Capitol Observance 


The location is the Capitol Steps 
Capitol Avenue side.

Praise and Worship 
11 a.m.-Noon  Michael Maher Band 

Prayer Observance 
Noon until 1 p.m. 

1:00 to  1:30 p.m. Reception 
                               4th Floor, Senate 

1:30 to 3:00 p.m.    Worship and Prayer
                                4th Floor, House 





Parking is available in one of the ramps or at a meter.

May 5, 2016 National Day of Prayer - 10 Easy Steps

10 Easy Steps for Hosting a National Day of Prayer Observance in Your Community

  1.  Review the resources at www.nationaldayofprayer.org

  2.  Sign up to be an Event Coordinator  at the National 

       website and wait to receive your welcome e-mail.

  3.  Pray and decide on your venue, speakers, music and 

       other  details.

  4.  Invite a few people to help with the tasks. 

  5.  Order program covers from the National website 
       and any other materials needed.  You may or may
       not need to prepare a formal printed program.

 6.  Have your speakers review and sign the 
      Participation Agreement. (If you have speakers
      that you do not know well.)

 7.  Order the Michigan Prayer Guide to distribute at 
      the observance, ask for the PDF and copy.

 8.  Print or order any NDP posters, use social media 
       and get the word out.  You can get them printed.

 9.   Be certain to POST  the observance at the 
       www.nationaldayofprayer.org site under Events 
        and select post at the bottom of the page. 
       List your contact info such as, phone and email 
       address.

10.  Be specific on your prayer requests and have a team 
        to pray for your observance.

Be intentional to exercise the freedom of religion to pray
at public venues.  God Bless you!  Please call if you need
prayer, I am happy to pray with you.  




Any questions:  Contact Cathy Braun, ph. 517-927-7240

March 2 Capitol Brunch Update

Our March prayer gathering at the Capitol Building this year. It was a blessed time,
as the presence of the Lord was very apparent. This is what is needed for each of
our meetings, we want to create an environment where the Lord can do what He
wants in our midst.


Our time together began with a corporate blessing, and followed by the brunch.  I
then shared some details about resources for the National Day of Prayer, and this was
followed by beautiful worship lead by Brooke from Gateway.  We received a powerful
message on the importance of prayer, the Word and seeking and knowing the Lord's
heart.


This was a wonderful opportunity to meet with others that plan observances in May
and meet with those that have a passion for prayer.  I hope each attendee took
advantage of the time to interact and meet new people.   It is a blessing to hear from
others, that God is using, to advance His Kingdom in the state and in the nation.


The timely message for the State of Michigan and for the Nation delivered by Pastor
Ed Watts from Gateway H.O.P.E. Center in Flint.  His message was on the urgent
need for prayer and to be plumb lined with the Word of God. We must have relationship
with Christ and not just go through religious steps.  We do not want a golden calf
Jesus but a living and vital relationship with Christ.

Michigan NDP Conference Prayer Calls/Order Info/Events listing

Hello Michigan Coordinators: 

Every Monday during March and April, 2015  I will be 
hosting a conference prayer call. 

This time will serve as assistance for planning a National 
Day of Prayer Observance. 

The call time is 8 p.m. and the call number is 
ph. 712-775-7031, and 917480954# is the code.

MICHIGAN PRAYER RESOURCE
The Michigan Prayer Guide is available to order.  It is a 
tri-fold Michigan prayer resource with elected officials 
at the State and National level listed.  There is a section 
with scriptures to pray.  Order by calling, 517-927-7240
or 517-655-5239 and leave a message on quantity along
with your address.  $10 for 50 copies plus postage
cost.  This is great to hand out at your observance.
Mail a check to NDP-MI, P.O. Box 131, Williamston,
Michigan 48895.  Order early.  These are available at
a 17% discount to you from our cost.  

LIST YOUR OBSERVANCEUse the www.ndptf.org 
site to register your Michigan observance under EVENTS, 
be sure to include your current email and phone number 
where I can reach you.  

15% DISCOUNT CODE On the National website 
www.ndptf.org there are many prayer resources 
available. Be certain to order any materials early and 
use the NDP discount code of 15NDP for 15% off.


Please check here, at the blog, for further updates and announcements.  

Cathy Braun, State Coordinator

National Day of Prayer Conference Call and 
Capitol Hill Prayer Partners

The NightWatch 2015

Sunday morning, February 1 - Yes Super Bowl Day!
Let's start it right!

4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m

Have you ever in your life given orders to the morning or sent
the dawn to its' post...Job 38:12  

Ephesians 4:2-3, John 4:35

ph. 712-432-0075, 4961322# 

Focus:  
Islam and terrorism, protection from attacks, 
Salvation of Muslims, 
The persecuted church in all nations and in America, 
Harvest of souls,  and laborers for the harvest, 
Equipping the saints, 
Awaken the bride of Christ, 
The media, worship and 
The next generation. 
Personal closing prayers and 
Worship to the Lord in the beauty of holiness.

Capitol NDP Brunch 

 March 2, 2015

Join us as we hear the Word of the Lord from 
Pastor and Prophet Ed Watts.

11:30 a.m.  to 1:30 p.m.
Starting with brunch, worship and prayer. 
Capitol Building, 4th Floor
Rooms 402-403

Register at www.eventbrite.com by 2/28/15,
The link:  http://bit.ly/ndpbrunch 



Next:    A Gathering of  leaders of National Day of Prayer Statewide Observances from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.  after the Brunch.

At this time learn how to mobilize prayer and launch a May 7, 2015  NDP observance in your community.  

An Intercessory Tour of the Capitol building at
3:00 p.m. 

Parking available in the ramp south of the Capitol Building at 205 West Allegan Street, Lansing, MI 48933

Prayer Alerts for July, 2014

A Prayer Alert from Anne Graham Lotz for July 1-7

See the website for details:

www.anngrahamlotz.com
Heartland Apostolic Prayer Network
Reformation Prayer Network
International House of Prayer
and others


Also see www.Generals.org for an additional prayer alert from Cindy Jacobs at
Generals International

Please participate as the Lord directs you and your family,church and ministry
for corporate prayer, fasting and repentance.

Hollywood Summons - October 1-5, 2014

Please be in prayer over this national gathering, as we pray for media and the Hollywood, California area.

This is a reminder to see the website www.ndptf.org for the details of the prayer gathering in Hollywood from October 1 -5, 2014.
All State Coordinators are encouraged to be in attendance.

I look forward to attending.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATORS

Please complete a short survey regarding your event at:


http://nationaldayofprayer.org/event-survey/

Thank you.

Issachar - Knew the Times and Seasons

The information was sent to me on April 30, but I just now had time to read it.
This sheds more light on the significance of May 1, 2014.

May 1st, was a very significant day for many reasons. I love God's calendar
and timing. We entered the month of Iyar, represented by the Tribe of Issachar.

God IS PERFECT in all His ways!  Tonight, at sundown begins the New Month, 

the month of Iyar represented by the Tribe of Issachar!  Expect New Revelation

 to come to you, ask for it!  Ask for and expect natural healing and to be like 

the Tribe of Issachar, having understanding of the times and knowing what to 

do!  Rosh Chodesh and First Fruits times are times when heaven and earth 

come close, the angels ascending and descending.  Ask the Lord to send you 

His holy host to assist you, to surround and protect you and yours.  Ask for 

and receive “the spirit of wisdom and of revelation knowledge in Christ Jesus.” 

 Eph.1:17 -18.  .... God is good.... The first of each biblical month is a time to 
feast and celebrate!

At the Lansing Capitol NDP Observance, Pastor Ed Watts, Gateway Church,

Flint, prayed for Israel and gave us important revelation about Israel.  

Pastor Kevin Berry, Mount Hope Church, Lansing, prayer focus topic was 

healing and health.  Coach Harlon Barnett from the Michigan State Football

staff, was there and released a powerful prayer.  I thank Coach Dantonio 

for bringing him in off the recruiting schedule to be with us.This is a
perfect picture of priorities.   Darqueze Dennard the former MSU football
standout shared his testimony about how Christ and praying people have 
impacted his life.  

Revelation from Heaven was given to every speaker and then spoken.

It was an incredible display of One Voice United in Prayer.  

Spoken for not just those in attendance but out into the spirit realm.

The Voice of the Lord was released.   I am thankful for these courageous

leaders and all the worshipers and for every person working behind the 

scenes to give God a platform to say what He wanted.   

This time together was then followed by a time to feast and celebrate.

We followed the pattern for the month of Iyar. 

We will continue to gather, nothing will damper our joy. The Lord

will then advance us forward in His strength.   Feasting at His table for 

each and every day.  He renews our strength as eagles.  Eagles flying in 

formation, seeing what He sees and releasing His revelation to keep us

in His times and seasons.    The Light of His Word and His Presence
blesses the land and the people.  The culture is changed as we are
changed by beholding Him.  Changed from glory to glory.   

The Rochester area had a prayer breakfast that was sold out, with 
Lt. Colonel Oliver North as their keynote speaker.  There were significant
Christ centered prayer observances covering the entire state.  

Please read the post from May 1 as well. God Bless you all!  

   

May 1, 2014 - One Voice United in Prayer

God bless you all for hosting a prayer event.  The State of Michigan
was covered in prayer today.  At the Capitol building, County
Court houses, City Halls, Township Halls, and many other public and
private venues, we came together with One Voice United In Prayer.

Great job!

In Lansing, we had a powerful time in the Lord.  There were cool
temperatures and plenty of wind, and at times even a misting of rain,
but Jesus Christ did reign.

The most important thing is a platform for the Lord was prepared.
There was revelation from Heaven and God moved by His Spirit.

I just have to testify that yesterday as I came to a stop at a busy
intersection and the light turned green for me to make my left turn,
the Spirit of God said "no, don't turn yet", I knew without looking
that the danger was coming from the right.  I paused for a few more
seconds and yes indeed, someone came flying through the red
light at 50 mph.  I looked at my friend, in the passenger seat, and
we agreed, now that is the protection of God!   Oh yes, He is
watching over us and is a Protector, a Mighty Shield at all times.

Now back to the Capitol event, the presence of God was evident.
Lt. Governor Brian Calley presented the Proclamation from
Governor Snyder to me, declaring May 1st as a day of prayer for
Michigan.  Prophet Ed Watts spoke about the importance of our
government staying in covenant with Israel. Sr. Pastor Keven Berry,
about for healing and health. Gordon Pennington gave a perspective
and prayed over the media.   Each cultural mountain was prayed
over in agreement.  We prayed for all Senators and House members
that were present.

As Anna Maria Horn sang, "God of the City" at the closing.  There
was a shift, God made me very aware of it and I was in awe and
the fear (reverence) of God was upon me. I said silently to Him
oh God whatever are you doing, I agree with it. Spiritually lightening
bolts into the earth always have great impact of blessing for the earth
and the people.

Now we will continue to keep watching over our cities with
the Lord Jesus Christ and welcome the visitation of God.
No matter what it may look like, we need and welcome His
visitation. Key relationships were strengthened.  New bonds of
friendship were formed, all for the Glory of God and His plans
for our beautiful state people.  We have an incredible number of
leaders in all cultural mountains that love Jesus Christ. Their
relationship with the Lord was very evident by their prayers and
testimonies today. They endured the outward cold, but the fire
inside them was on display for all to see.

Be greatly encouraged, this National Day of Prayer, has made an
eternal difference.

The results, the impact, will be known and reported all across
Michigan and the nation .  The gates are open for awakening.
Watch and see, the Lord is good. His Word endures forever.  All
of your labor in the Lord is not in vain.  Rejoice and receive His
strength.

Forge ahead, go through those doors.  This is the year of the
door.  He is opening doors for us. Shake off any weariness and
forge ahead.  He goes out ahead of us!  The King is in the land.

We gathered together with ONE VOICE UNITED IN PRAYER
and I am thankful for each one of you.  He goes out before us in
Kingdom victories.  Shout for the Lord is among us. We are
thankful to the Lord for all that he did in the 100s of prayer
events across our State.

    

I will write more later today.

But this I do want to say this now.  Let God arise and His enemies be scattered.

There will be no rain on our outdoor prayer events scheduled for May 1.
Only the Reign of our Lord Jesus Christ.  He rules over our Nation, and we
will not have destructive weather.  We legislate. God's people will gather and
pray.  We speak His Word over the weather.  Shalom!

We take authority over the weather patterns and command them to shift in the
name of the Lord Jesus Christ.  Pray Psalm 47.  We arise and worship Him.

Cathy