PCiA Nightly Prayer for Peace

Starting from November 2023, PCiA began nightly prayer sessions to support our community during these challenging times and pray for peace. Led by Costandi Bastoli, these prayer sessions take place every night from 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm. To join us, please visit the current link on this page. If you encounter any issues with the link, please don’t hesitate to contact Costandi at costabas@icloud.com.

Costandi is lay Christian, a cofounder and leader of the local branch of the Disciples of Jesus Covenant Community. He has extensive experience in the use of the charismatic gifts and has been actively involved in the healing ministry for over five decades. Costandi’s ministry has extended across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the Philippines, where he has led seminars and healing rallies.

Throughout the week, we follow a consistent format for our nightly prayer, except for Friday nights. Our typical format includes:

1. A hymn of Praise, worship, or thanksgiving

2. Scripture reading and brief reflection

3. Spontaneous prayers as the Spirit moves us individually

4. Closing with the Our Father, Hail Mary, Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel, and the Glory Be

Friday Night Rosary

On Friday nights, we adopt a different format, praying the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Scriptural Rosary. This format allows us to reflect on the sorrowful events in Jesus’ life, drawing us closer to Him and uniting our sufferings with His. Through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we offer our prayers to the Father.

The Power of Intercession

During Jesus’ Transfiguration, Moses and Elijah appeared, ministering to Him. This moment reminds us that the saints who have gone before us are alive and part of the Body of Christ, to which we belong. As members of this Body, we intercede for one another and the world, uniting ourselves with Jesus, who sits at the right hand of the Father, interceding for us.

The Scriptures urge us to intercede for all people, including those in authority, so that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness (1 Tim 2:1-4). This pleases God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and come to a knowledge of the truth.

All Are Welcome

You are invited to join us for these nightly prayers, where we come together in unity and solidarity to pray for peace in Palestine and the world.