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Wednesday, 14th October 2026 · Goldsmiths' Hall
In the heart of our vibrant Square Mile, we gather to pray for the City of London and all its people. Whether you work here, live here, or simply carry a heart for this place, you are welcome.
Book by 7th October. Admission by ticket only, on your mobile or a paper copy.
Get tickets →The City Prayer Breakfast has, for over half a century, provided an annual focus for people who work in, or who have a heart for, the City of London to meet together and pray in the name of Jesus.
This is also an opportunity to connect with business leaders, the Aldermen, key workers and Civic Officers, over an unhurried breakfast in one of the City's most beautiful Livery Halls.
Invitations are forwarded in Spring. Places must be booked by 7th October.
Sung worship led from the platform sets the tone for the morning.
Meet Aldermen, business leaders, Civic Officers and City workers over breakfast.
Held in one of the City's most beautiful Livery Halls, rich in heritage.
Serving Christ in the Workplace
As we gather in the spirit of love and reconciliation as Jesus taught us over 2,000 years ago, the aims of the City Prayer Breakfast are:
The main programme runs 7:15 – 9:00am. Optional breakout workshops follow until 10:15am, choose one when you arrive.
Arrive at Goldsmiths' Hall and check in with our welcome team.
Coffee, tea and a light breakfast in the historic Livery Hall.
Live worship, prayer for the City, and our keynote address.
The formal breakfast concludes with a benediction.
Choose one of three breakout sessions with our partners.
Networking, prayer and departure, back to the City.
Simon Pilcher
CEO, USS Investment Management
Chief Executive Officer, USS Investment Management
"The City is not just a place of commerce, it is a place of people, and it is people that God delights to meet."
Simon leads one of the UK's largest pension investment managers, with over £75bn under management. He speaks from decades of experience in the City, on the quiet, steady work of faith in a demanding profession.
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One of the twelve Great Livery Halls of the City, Goldsmiths' Hall has stood on Foster Lane since 1339. Its Grade I-listed rooms provide a magnificent backdrop for an unhurried morning of prayer, breakfast and conversation.
Yes. Admission is by ticket only, on your mobile or a paper copy. Please book by 7th October 2026.
Business attire is customary. The venue is a working Livery Hall in the heart of the City.
Absolutely. You can purchase multiple tickets in one booking. For tables of 10+, contact the organisers.
Yes. We offer a discounted Under 30s ticket at £12 to make attending accessible for early-career professionals and students.
Standard tickets £25 · Under 30s £12. Places are limited and go quickly, book yours today.
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