21 Nov 2025, 13:10Beverley AndersonDunblane, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom
Prayer Leaders Gather in Dunblane for Retreat Focused on Strengthening the Altar of Prayer Across Scotland
The second annual Scottish Mission Prayer Leaders’ Retreat & Training (7–8 November) united prayer leaders in teaching, mentorship, and intercession to deepen a culture of prayer.
Prayer Leaders from churches across the Scottish Mission came together at Dunblane Hydro for the second annual Scottish Mission Prayer Leaders’ Retreat & Training; a key event designed to equip and strengthen those serving in prayer ministry. The retreat forms part of the ongoing Back to the Altar movement, a call for individuals and families to rebuild daily worship as the centre of spiritual life and revival.
Delegates attended from Edinburgh, Musselburgh, Dunfermline, Aberdeen, Inverness, Glasgow, East Kilbride, Paisley, and Dundee, demonstrating a united desire to deepen the culture of prayer across the Mission. The retreat was facilitated by the Scottish Mission Prayer Ministries team, led by Prayer Ministries Sponsor Beverley Anderson and supported by Elder Owen Anderson.
Friday Evening Fellowship and Testimony
The weekend opened with a shared dinner designed to create space for connection and build community. Conversation flowed easily around the tables, and it quickly became clear how much God has been doing across the Mission. This year we were blessed to welcome several new prayer leaders, including representatives from Inverness and East Kilbride – an encouraging sign of the growing movement of prayer leadership in Scotland. Testimonies shared over the meal reminded us that God is answering prayers, raising up new workers, and uniting hearts in a shared mission.
One participant reflected: “We talked until 10:30 PM and could have gone all night. There was so much to share, and we could feel the Holy Spirit through the camaraderie and honesty.”
The evening concluded with a devotional from 1 Kings 18:30–39, focusing on Elijah’s call to rebuild the altar. Delegates prayed together with a sense of expectation for what God would accomplish during the retreat.
Sabbath - Teaching, Reflection, and Empowerment
Sabbath morning began with a reflective devotional on Psalm 5:3, inviting delegates to lay their requests before God and wait expectantly. Time was given for journaling and prayer, both spoken and unspoken. Delegates then reviewed the Back to the Altar Seven Principles, reinforcing the foundation for building prayer-centred homes and churches.
A teaching session by Pastor Fitzroy Morris explored the theme How to Pray, using Matthew 6:1–13 as the biblical framework. Participants considered prayer not as ritual or performance, but as relationship, concluding together that “Prayer works.” Pastor Morris encouraged leaders to pursue a spiritual PHD: Praise Him Daily.
Mentoring, Discipleship, and Growing Prayer Ministry
Afternoon sessions focused on developing leadership through mentoring, reflecting on the relationships of Elijah and Elisha (2 Kings 2:1–15) and David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 18 & 20). Delegates identified characteristics of healthy spiritual mentorship and worked collaboratively to address current challenges in prayer ministry, developing practical and creative solutions including testimony sharing, prayer focus days, and visibility initiatives.
A Prayer Wall became a meaningful focal point where leaders placed requests for families, churches, and communities across Scotland. The time spent praying over these needs was described by many as deeply moving and spiritually significant - a sacred moment of unity, faith, and intercession.
The remainder of the afternoon was dedicated to forward planning, including early preparation for the Scottish Mission Prayer, Healing & Wellness Day on 6th June 2026.
One delegate summarised the experience: “By the end of the day, our faith was awakened, refreshed and renewed. We can’t wait to see what God will do next.”
Looking Ahead
The retreat concluded with worship and commissioning, affirming the shared commitment to strengthen prayer ministry throughout the Scottish Mission. Leaders left with renewed purpose and unity in mission.
The second annual Scottish Mission Prayer Leaders’ Retreat & Training (7–8 November) united prayer leaders in teaching, mentorship, and intercession to deepen a culture of prayer.
Prayer Leaders from churches across the Scottish Mission came together at Dunblane Hydro for the second annual Scottish Mission Prayer Leaders’ Retreat & Training; a key event designed to equip and strengthen those serving in prayer ministry. The retreat forms part of the ongoing Back to the Altar movement, a call for individuals and families to rebuild daily worship as the centre of spiritual life and revival.
Delegates attended from Edinburgh, Musselburgh, Dunfermline, Aberdeen, Inverness, Glasgow, East Kilbride, Paisley, and Dundee, demonstrating a united desire to deepen the culture of prayer across the Mission. The retreat was facilitated by the Scottish Mission Prayer Ministries team, led by Prayer Ministries Sponsor Beverley Anderson and supported by Elder Owen Anderson.
Friday Evening Fellowship and Testimony
The weekend opened with a shared dinner designed to create space for connection and build community. Conversation flowed easily around the tables, and it quickly became clear how much God has been doing across the Mission. This year we were blessed to welcome several new prayer leaders, including representatives from Inverness and East Kilbride – an encouraging sign of the growing movement of prayer leadership in Scotland. Testimonies shared over the meal reminded us that God is answering prayers, raising up new workers, and uniting hearts in a shared mission.
One participant reflected: “We talked until 10:30 PM and could have gone all night. There was so much to share, and we could feel the Holy Spirit through the camaraderie and honesty.”
The evening concluded with a devotional from 1 Kings 18:30–39, focusing on Elijah’s call to rebuild the altar. Delegates prayed together with a sense of expectation for what God would accomplish during the retreat.
Sabbath - Teaching, Reflection, and Empowerment
Sabbath morning began with a reflective devotional on Psalm 5:3, inviting delegates to lay their requests before God and wait expectantly. Time was given for journaling and prayer, both spoken and unspoken. Delegates then reviewed the Back to the Altar Seven Principles, reinforcing the foundation for building prayer-centred homes and churches.
A teaching session by Pastor Fitzroy Morris explored the theme How to Pray, using Matthew 6:1–13 as the biblical framework. Participants considered prayer not as ritual or performance, but as relationship, concluding together that “Prayer works.” Pastor Morris encouraged leaders to pursue a spiritual PHD: Praise Him Daily.
Mentoring, Discipleship, and Growing Prayer Ministry
Afternoon sessions focused on developing leadership through mentoring, reflecting on the relationships of Elijah and Elisha (2 Kings 2:1–15) and David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 18 & 20). Delegates identified characteristics of healthy spiritual mentorship and worked collaboratively to address current challenges in prayer ministry, developing practical and creative solutions including testimony sharing, prayer focus days, and visibility initiatives.
A Prayer Wall became a meaningful focal point where leaders placed requests for families, churches, and communities across Scotland. The time spent praying over these needs was described by many as deeply moving and spiritually significant - a sacred moment of unity, faith, and intercession.
The remainder of the afternoon was dedicated to forward planning, including early preparation for the Scottish Mission Prayer, Healing & Wellness Day on 6th June 2026.
One delegate summarised the experience: “By the end of the day, our faith was awakened, refreshed and renewed. We can’t wait to see what God will do next.”
Looking Ahead
The retreat concluded with worship and commissioning, affirming the shared commitment to strengthen prayer ministry throughout the Scottish Mission. Leaders left with renewed purpose and unity in mission.
