Quinquennium Themes for Annual Council and Week of Prayer Readings

Quinquennium Themes for Annual Council and Week of Prayer Readings

Over Arching Theme: Journey of Hope

Year	Title
Annual Council 2005	Journey of Hope
	A focus on Titus 2:13 “Looking for the blessed hope” with emphasis on the “hope” which the second coming of Christ brings each believer today and the consummation of these hopes when our Lord returns.

Annual Council 2006	Words of Hope
	A focus on John 14:1-3 and promises of our Lord’s return with emphasis on hope in the trials, tragedies and difficulties of life. The second coming buoys our spirits, encourages our hearts and lifts our vision from what is to what will be.

Annual Council 2007	Signs of Hope
	A focus on Matthew 24 and the urgent signs of our Lord’s return from the positive aspect that each sign is an omen of hope for those who read them right. An understanding of last day signs provides believers with hope for today, tomorrow and forever.

Annual Council 2008	Mission of Hope
	A focus on Revelation 14:6, 7 of a spirit-filled, vibrant church pulsating with a sense of mission sharing the gospel with the world.

Annual Council 2009	People of Hope
	A focus on 2 Peter 3:10 “What manner of people ought you to be” emphasizes personal preparation for the climax of all history in the coming of Jesus—an urgent appeal for leadership and members to know Christ—share Christ—and daily live for Christ.