Throughout the Old Testament, the Solemn Assembly summonsed the people of God to the heart of God for corporate repentance, prayer, fasting, and self-examination. It was also a time to seek God’s favor and to prepare for the promises and blessings of the Lord.

We will commit 36 hours to fasting, prayer, and restraint. The Solemn Assembly will begin at midnight – Saturday, August 28 at 12 AM – and end on Sunday, August 29 at noon. Your most significant offerings are time and your undivided attention. Please observe the following – 

1. No food or drink other than water

Fruit and vegetables are permitted for people who need to eat with medication. 

2. No entertainment

Television, games, recreation, and social media are prohibited. You may enjoy Gospel music.

3. Restrict communication to immediate family members

God is to have our undivided attention.

4. Refrain from any labor – practice Sabbath

One Hebrew word translated “solemn assembly” means “a day of restraint”—primarily from work. 

5. Men in prayer

Men are requested to join us on Saturday, August 28 at 6 AM in the sanctuary for intercessory prayer.

6. Family devotion

Observe family prayer in your home at 6 PM on Saturday, August 28.

7. Join the church’s weekly prayer call on Saturday, August 28 at 9 PM

Dial 605-475-4000 and enter access code 700843#.

8. Join us for six hours of corporate prayer on Sunday, August 29 from 6 AM until noon

See agenda (pdf) below.