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Sunrise over the City of London skyline with St Paul's Cathedral
57th Annual Gathering · 2026

Awakening
in the City?

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.

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Date
Wed 14 Oct 2026
Doors
7:30am
Programme
7:30 – 9:00am
Venue
Goldsmiths' Hall

Book by 7th October. Admission by ticket only, on your mobile or a paper copy.

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Our purpose

A gathered City,
in prayer.

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, key workers and Civic Officers over an unhurried breakfast in one of the City's most beautiful Livery Halls.

We are delighted that this year's breakfast falls during the National Week of Prayer (10–18 October 2026), a movement of prayer gathering followers of Jesus from every denomination across the British Isles.

Invitations are forwarded in Spring. Places must be booked by 7th October.

Live worship

Sung worship led from the platform sets the tone for the morning.

Meaningful connections

Meet business leaders, Civic Officers and City workers over breakfast.

Historic venue

Held in one of the City's most beautiful Livery Halls, rich in heritage.

Our Aims

Love and
reconciliation.

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:

  • to encourage people to pray for the City, for those of all faiths and none who live or work within it, and for the influence that the City has within the UK and beyond
  • to celebrate the community that exists amongst Christians in the City
  • to encourage people working in the City to be ambassadors for Christ within their workplaces
The Morning

Programme & timings

The main programme runs 8:00 – 9:00am. Optional breakout seminars follow until 10:15am — choose one when you arrive.

  1. 7:30am

    Doors open & breakfast

    Arrive at Goldsmiths' Hall, check in with our welcome team, then enjoy coffee, tea and pastries in the historic Livery Hall.

  2. 8:00am

    Main programme begins

    We will hear from city leaders and young city workers, together with prayer, music and song.

  3. 9:00am

    Main programme closes

    The formal breakfast concludes with a benediction.

  4. 9:15am

    Optional seminars

    Choose one of two breakout sessions with our partners.

  5. 10:15am

    Seminars close

    Networking, prayer and departure, back to the City.

9:15am · Optional Seminars

Two seminars.
Choose one.

After the main programme, stay on for a deeper conversation on the culture, technology and mission of the workplace.

01

Profit, Performance & Values: Friends or Foes?

For the last 75 years commercial enterprises have been suspicious about the benefits of applying principles derived from faith traditions to the pursuit of their organisational goals. Is this suspicion well founded? Might the robust application of Jesus's values actually be good for the bottom line? Might the wisdom from above deliver better results on the ground? Might character actually matter? Come explore what mainstream business research reveals about what makes for more profitable organisations and more engaged workers, and the implications for leaders at every level of an organisation.

Premier
Mark Greene
02

To Be Announced

Details of this seminar will be shared soon.

TBA
SP

Simon Pilcher

CEO, USS Investment Management

Past Speaker 2025

Simon Pilcher

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.

The Venue

Goldsmiths' Hall

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.

Goldsmiths' Hall
Foster Lane · London EC2V 6BN
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Our Partners

In partnership with

London City MissionPremier
Frequently Asked

Practical details.

Anything we haven't covered? Email the team.

Do I need a ticket to attend?

Yes. Admission is by ticket only, on your mobile or a paper copy. We cannot allow entrance without a copy of your ticket. Please book by 7th October 2026.

Can I buy a ticket on the door?

No — we are not able to sell tickets on the door. All tickets must be purchased in advance.

Is there a dress code?

Business attire is customary. The venue is a working Livery Hall in the heart of the City.

Can I bring guests?

Absolutely. You can purchase multiple tickets in one booking.

Are there tickets for those under 30?

Yes. We offer a discounted Under 30s ticket at £12 to make attending accessible for early-career professionals and students.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes. Goldsmiths' Hall has an accessible entrance. Please let us know when you book, or by emailing events@cityprayer.org.uk, whether you will need to use it or have any other access requirements, so we can look after you on the day.

Wednesday, 14th October 2026

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at this year's breakfast.

Standard tickets £25 · Under 30s £12. Places are limited and go quickly, book yours today.

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