The Global Prayer Gathering brings together friends & IJM staff from around the world
to do the work of justice through prayer.
To watch any of the main sessions from GPG 2012, please click here.
April 13-15, 2012
Washington DC Area
Sheraton Premiere Tyson’s Corner
Hotel Information
GPG 2012 ExperienceWe gather with a singular purpose – to engage in the work of justice through the work of prayer. Through storytelling, worship and reflection, we will celebrate God’s faithfulness throughout the past 15 years of IJM’s work…and we will ask for his continued intervention to bring rescue and restoration to those who are still being oppressed. Throughout the weekend, IJM staff from Africa, Latin America, India and Southeast Asia will share the miracles of God’s intervention and care they have seen on the frontlines. We will hear of the urgent challenges in their field offices and cities. We will pray together corporately and also have the opportunity to rotate among country rooms during breakout sessions of focused prayer for IJM needs around the world. Several survivors who have been served by IJM will share their own stories with us. We will be led in musical worship by Sara Groves, Sharon Irving and others. |
GPG 2012 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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OPTIONAL EVENTS DURING THE GPG WEEKEND
Student Freedom Summit 
Thursday, April 12, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm & Friday, April 13, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
The IJM student movement is a growing group of passionate activists who are changing the world. If you are a student or student leader, this conference is for you. The Student Freedom Summit will take place from Thursday night to Friday afternoon, and it will be a time for you to be equipped by IJM, empowered by each other, and well-connected to both. We are welcoming students from high school through graduate school to come together for this kick-off event before a moving weekend of prayer. Join us! Contact chapters@ijm.org for more information. Registration is closed.
Base Camp Thursday, April 12, 12:00 pm - 9:30 pm & Friday, April 13, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
IJM believes that God calls his church to “seek justice, defend the oppressed, defend the orphan, and plead for the widow” in the name of Christ. Over the last decade God has clearly ignited more and more churches with passion for justice. Base Camp is your opportunity to join with IJM and other valued church partners to share stories, celebrate successes and discover what God has in store for your church. Ministry leaders from around the country and IJM staff will share practical ways for your church community to make an even greater impact in the fight against injustice. Our goal is that pastors and church leaders will leave Base Camp equipped and encouraged to lead their congregations in following God's call to justice. Visit www.IJM.org/BaseCamp for more information and to register for the event.
Church Mobilization Meet & Greet Saturday, April 14, 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Meet other IJM supporters and share ideas on how to mobilize your community to support the work of justice. Hear from IJM staff about resources, partnership initiatives and volunteer needs. RSVP on GPG registration form.
OPTIONAL EVENTS (continued)
IJM Alumni Gathering Saturday, April 14, 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm
All former IJM staff, interns and fellows are invited to the annual Alumni Gathering. Re-connect with current staff as well as fellow alumni and hear updates on IJM’s work and alumni activity. Lunch provided - RSVP on GPG registration form.
Advocacy Training & Lobby Day Advocacy Training: Sunday, April 15, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm & Monday, April 16, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join IJM’s Government Relations team and advocates from around the country for our annual Advocacy Training. You’ll learn about IJM’s campaign plans to strengthen U.S. government laws and resources to fight trafficking worldwide and how you can be part of the local movement in your home state. On Monday, April 16, Lobby Day participants will meet with their elected Members of Congress to deliver the message that Americans care about eradicating modern-day slavery and want our government to make this issue a priority. Lobby day is open to a limited number of participants. Contact justicecampaigns@ijm.org for more information.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Sheraton Premiere at Tyson's Corner
8661 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182
**The Sheraton Premiere has reached capacity. Below are several other nearby hotels:
Comfort Inn Tysons Corner
(703) 448-8020
Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner
(703) 893-2100
Embassy Suites Tysons Corner
(703) 883-0707
Hilton Garden Inn Tysons Corner
(703) 760-9777
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
(703) 847-5000
TRAVEL
From Dulles Int'l Airport (IAD):Take the SuperShuttle or a taxi to the hotel (10 min.) From Reagan National Airport (DCA):Take a taxi to the Sheraton (35 min.) or metro to the Dunn Loring metro stop (50 min.) and then taxi to the hotel (15 min.) On Saturday and Sunday, the Sheraton Premiere offers a shuttle service to and from the Dunn Loring metro station. * Travel times are approximations |
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The GPG storyIJM first began hosting a Prayer Gathering in 2001 with the goal of simply bringing together all of our prayer partners to pray for the work. That first year, 150 people came ready to pray. Over the past ten years, IJM’s global staff has been utterly amazed and humbled to now see nearly 1,000 supporters from around the world come to join us for a weekend of focused prayer. In 2009, we began making portions of the GPG available online for those unable to join in person. This year, we look forward to live streaming large group sessions, as well as providing a forum for our prayer supporters and field staff to connect online. Each year GPG registration has reached maximum capacity faster and faster. We have been delighted to see the growing enthusiasm for doing the work of justice, through the work of prayer. |
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