Naga National Prayer Day observed with call for unity

Naga National Prayer Day 2025 was jointly organised by Dimasa Baptist Church and the CNC at CHQ Church, Hebron, on October 19 under the theme “O God, Heal Us” (Hosea 6:1-3), with a renewed call for unity, healing, and spiritual reflection among the Naga people.
According to the MIP of the group, the programme witnessed participation from 21 churches and around 1,500 members, including national workers. Seven churches from neighbouring villages shared messages through song ministry.
Pastor Zizora Thaosen, executive secretary of Dimasa Baptist Church, delivered the theme message.
Ili Singyaola Zimik, member of the collective leadership, spoke on reconciliation and unity among the Nagas. Speaking on the theme of reconciliation, Zimik drew from Scripture—Colossians 2:21, Romans 5:10, and Ephesians 2:14—to underscore the spiritual foundation of healing. “Reconciliation begins with restoring what is broken, praying together, and resolving differences,” she affirmed, noting that forgiveness and acceptance are vital steps toward lasting harmony.
Reflecting on the Naga National struggle, Zimik expressed deep anguish over the hardships, disunity, and fragmentation that have emerged despite 28 years of peace negotiations. “How have we become so divided, fractured, and broken among ourselves?” she asked, voicing the collective pain of a people yearning for unity.
She emphasized that the mission entrusted to the Naga people is boundless, calling on believers to preach the Gospel beyond borders and lands. “Our mission on earth is limitless,” she declared, urging the community to rise above personal interests and embrace the greater good.
Zimik stressed that transformation must begin within each individual. “We must renounce all evil deeds and humble ourselves before God, for the time to do so is now,” she said, calling for self-introspection and retrospection as the path forward.
Tongmeth Wangnao, Kedallo, GPRN, highlighted that the Naga national struggle has endured by the grace of God. He called for prayer and unity as essential priorities and reminded the congregation of the significance of UNPO membership and the Framework Agreement. Quoting Proverbs 3:5, he affirmed the power of the Word of God and its relevance to the Naga journey.
Prayer points were led by pastors, chaplains, CNC staff, and women leaders. The organising committee chairman delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all contributors and participants, and encouraged continued efforts to organise similar programmes in the future.