The service which started at 14 hours graced by Zambia’s Vice-President Inonge Wina, was characterized by song, dance and intercession with the main sermon delivered by UCZ General Secretary Rev Peggy Kabonde.

In delivering her sermon after reading from the book of Isaiah 36:3-4, Rev Kabonde said there is need for the country to start reflecting on feminine sensitivity, the wisdom of femininity if women have to make an impact in society.

“Whoever welcomes a child welcomes Jesus in accordance with the word of God. We, therefore, need to raise children in a responsible way so that we can have responsible adults in society,” she said.

The  Vice –President Inonge Wina in her speech called on parents and guardians to avoid exposing children to any form of physical or emotional violence that rob their right to enjoy life.

She assured the church that Government will continue providing an enabling environment to ensure that the national day of prayer becomes a success and benefits the country.

The prayer lines for this year’s commemoration were drawn from Cuba. Various representatives prayed for that country’s education sector, the women and children.

Other notable clergies at the event included representatives from the three church mother bodies, CCZ, EFZ and ZEC.