Come, Lord Jesus.
Awaken us to the fullness of Your joy.
A City Awakened. A Revival of Joy.
Awaken Houston is a citywide movement of prayer, fasting, and gospel proclamation, uniting the Church across Greater Houston to seek personal renewal, revival within our churches, and a spiritual awakening in our city.
In 2027, we're praying for a Revival of Joy.
Imagine the Church across Greater Houston awakened to the joy of the Lord. Not a fleeting happiness dependent on circumstances, but a deep and abiding joy rooted in the presence, promises, and person of Jesus.
A joy that meets us even in grief and hardship. A joy that overflows in gratitude, rises in worship, deepens as we abide in Christ, and moves us outward on mission.
From January 10–31, 2027, we're inviting churches and believers across Greater Houston to unite for 21 days of prayer and fasting, seeking God together for a fresh work of His Spirit in our lives, our churches, and our city.
Our prayer is simple: Come, Lord Jesus. Awaken us to the fullness of Your joy.
THE JOURNEY
Cultivating a Life of Joy
From January 10–31, churches and believers across Greater Houston will unite for 21 days of prayer and fasting, seeking a fresh work of God's Spirit in our lives, our churches, and our city.
Together, we'll focus on four rhythms that help us experience and express the joy of the Lord: gratitude, worship, mission, and abiding in Jesus.
GRATITUDE
Recognizing God's Goodness
Joy grows as we remember God's goodness and give thanks. We'll practice daily gratitude, naming God's gifts and encouraging others along the way.
WORSHIP
Rejoicing in God's Presence
Joy deepens as we turn our hearts toward Jesus. We'll make space for worship throughout our days, lifting our eyes beyond our circumstances to the One who is worthy of praise.
MISSION
Sharing the Hope of Jesus
Joy overflows as we join God in His mission. We'll pray for opportunities to encourage, serve, pray for, and share the hope of Jesus with people around us.
ABIDING
Remaining in Jesus
Lasting joy is found in Christ. We'll cultivate rhythms of abiding in Jesus, learning to remain in His presence and walk with Him beyond these 21 days.
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Revival begins when God's people come together in prayer. Whether you're participating individually, gathering with others, or leading your church, there's a place for you in Awaken Houston.
Seeking God Together Across Houston
There's something powerful about the Church coming together in prayer. Throughout the 21 days, churches and believers across Greater Houston will gather to worship, pray, and seek God for a fresh awakening in our lives, our churches, and our city.
Whether it's a gathering of churches, a neighborhood prayer meeting, or a time of prayer within your congregation, we invite you to join others in seeking the Lord.
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Questions About Awaken Houston?
What is Awaken Houston?
Awaken Houston is a citywide movement of prayer, fasting, and gospel proclamation, uniting churches and believers across Greater Houston to seek personal renewal, revival within our churches, and spiritual awakening in our city.
Each year, we invite the Church to unite around a shared season of prayer and fasting. In 2027, our theme is Revival of Joy, as we seek God for a renewed experience of the joy found in Jesus.
When is Awaken Houston 2027?
Awaken Houston's 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting will take place January 10–31, 2027.
Throughout the 21 days, individuals and churches are invited to participate in daily meditations, shared practices, and prayer gatherings across Greater Houston.
Where does Awaken Houston take place?
Awaken Houston happens throughout Greater Houston, wherever believers gather to pray—in homes, churches, neighborhoods, workplaces, and communities.
There isn't one central location. Churches and organizations across the city host prayer gatherings, and individuals can participate wherever they live, work, or worship.
Who can participate in Awaken Houston?
Everyone is welcome! Whether you're part of a church, a ministry leader, a small group, a family, or an individual seeking to grow in your relationship with Jesus, we invite you to participate.
Churches of different denominations and traditions are encouraged to join together in prayer, fasting, and seeking God for our city.
Do I have to fast for all 21 days?
No. We encourage everyone to prayerfully consider how God may be leading them to fast during this season.
Fasting can take different forms, and individuals and churches are welcome to participate in ways that fit their circumstances. The goal isn't simply to go without something, but to make intentional space to seek God through prayer.
What resources will be available?
We'll provide daily Scripture meditations, prayer prompts, and simple practices centered on gratitude, worship, mission, and abiding in Jesus.
Churches will also have access to resources to help their congregations participate, including an optional preaching series focused on the joy of the Lord.
Does my church have to participate in everything?
Not at all. We recognize that every church has its own rhythms, calendar, and context.
Churches can participate through prayer and fasting, encourage members to follow the daily meditations, host or attend prayer gatherings, or incorporate the optional preaching series. We invite each church to participate in ways that best serve its congregation.
Who organizes Awaken Houston?
Awaken Houston is a collaborative movement facilitated by the Houston Church Planting Network (HCPN) in partnership with churches and ministry leaders across Greater Houston.
HCPN exists to strengthen and multiply churches throughout Greater Houston, fostering collaboration among pastors, churches, and networks for the advance of the gospel.
Learn more at hcpn.org .
