Deliver Us From Evil
Join the National Council of Churches in a nationwide call to daily prayer
Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday
February 18 – April 5, 2026
Representing 37 member denominations and over 30 million Christians, the National Council of Churches invites people of faith across the U.S. to unite in daily prayer during Lent.
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What Is This Campaign?
Jesus taught us to pray, “Deliver us from evil.” The National Council of Churches (NCC) invites people of faith across the U.S. to unite in daily prayer during Lent. Representing 37 member denominations and over 30 million Christians, this campaign extends the #WeWillNotBeSilent initiative into a collective spiritual act.
This movement recognizes that challenges facing our communities require spiritual intervention, not just strategy. “Deliver us from evil is a communal cry,” said Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie, NCC President and General Secretary.
“Jesus did not pray deliver me from evil. He prayed deliver us from evil. We pray for parents, teachers, caregivers, hungry children, pastors under pressure, and communities under threat. None of us is safe alone.”
Amplify the Movement
Deepen your impact by wearing the official Deliver Us from Evil t-shirt and sharing your story with the world. Your participation is a powerful witness to faith, unity, and spiritual commitment.
✓ Wear the official t-shirt and post your photo
✓ Share a devotional reflection in your caption
✓ Start a prayer group online or in person
✓ Encourage your congregation to participate
How to Participate
Take Four Simple Steps:
Pray Daily at Noon
Pause wherever you are and pray: "Deliver us from evil." Pray alone, with family, or with your congregation.
Wear Black on Ash Wednesday
On February 18, wear black as a public sign of solidarity and spiritual seriousness. Share your photo to inspire others.
Make or Download a Sign
Your sign should read: "Deliver Us from Evil — Matthew 6:13" Use ready-made templates or create your own.
Post and Tag
Snap a photo holding your sign.
Post on social media using
#DeliverUsFromEvil #WeWillNotBeSilent
Why Participate?
Hope for the Weary
Find strength and renewal through collective prayer and spiritual community.
Healing for the Wounded
Join in prayer for communities, leaders, and individuals in need of restoration.
Help for the Vulnerable
Be part of a national spiritual movement uniting millions in compassion.
The Power of Prayer
- Anchors prophetic courage — Prayer strengthens our conviction to speak truth.
- Strengthens moral witness — Collective prayer demonstrates our shared values.
- Precedes action — Bishop McKenzie reminds us: “After we pray, we rise and go to work
About the National Council of Churches
Founded in 1950, the NCC unites 37 member communions and over 30 million Christians across Orthodox, Protestant, Anglican, historic African American, Evangelical, and Peace traditions. Through advocacy, unity, and public witness, the NCC works to advance justice, compassion, and human dignity.
Join the Prayer Movement
Share your witness. Unite with millions in prayer. Deliver us from evil.
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#DeliverUsFromEvil #WeWillNotBeSilent