Noon
Prayer
Nyc
A Legacy Restored
In 1857, a businessman named Jeremiah Lanphier felt led to start a simple prayer meeting in lower Manhattan. He posted a sign that read: “Prayer Meeting from 12 to 1 o’clock—Stop 5, 10, or 20 minutes, or the whole hour, as your time admits.” On September 23, 1857, Lanphier waited alone in a third-floor room. At 12:30, one man joined him. By the end of the hour, six had gathered. The next week, 20 came. Then 40. Within six months, 10,000 people were gathering daily for prayer across New York City. Within two years, a million people across America had been swept into what became known as the Fulton Street Prayer Revival—one of the greatest spiritual awakenings in American history.
It started with one man, one hour, and a simple invitation to pray.
Today, Times Square Church is reviving this hour of prayer which is also part of our legacy as a church.
The Power of One Hour
In 1857, the nation was in crisis. Banks were failing. Unemployment was soaring. The country was on the brink of civil war. In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, people ran to prayer—and God moved. Today, our world faces its own crises. But we believe what was true then is still true now: when God’s people gather to pray, heaven responds. Will you join us?
Noon Prayer NYC
Every Wednesday
12:00 PM ET
In-person Only
Times Square Church
237 West 51st Street
(Between Broadway and 8th Ave.)
A Personal Invitation from Pastor Tim Dilena
“In the heart of this city, in the middle of the week, we’re inviting you to pause. To pray. To encounter God. Jeremiah Lanphier didn’t start a movement—he simply obeyed a prompting to pray. And God did the rest. We don’t know what God will do through Noon Prayer NYC, but we believe He’s calling us back to this one hour of seeking Him together. Whether you work in Midtown, are visiting New York, or live nearby—join us. One hour. Every Wednesday. Let’s see what God will do when His people gather to pray.”
— Pastor Tim Dilena
What to Expect
Noon Prayer NYC is designed for you—whether you work nearby, are visiting the city, or simply feel called to pause and pray in the middle of your week.
• Come as you can. Stay as you’re able.
• Stop for 10 minutes or stay the full hour—whatever your schedule allows.
• All are welcome, regardless of denomination or background.
This is a time to step away from the noise of the city and into the presence of God. Bring your burdens, your questions, your gratitude—and join others who are gathering to pray for our city, our nation, and the world.
Practical Details
Location:
Times Square Church is located in the heart of Manhattan’s Theater District, just steps from Times Square.
Getting Here:
• Subway: N, Q, R, W, 1, 2, 3, 7 trains to Times Square-42nd Street (5-minute walk)
• Bus: M7, M20, M104 to 51st Street
What to Bring:
Just yourself. Come as you are.
Time Commitment:
The full hour runs from 12:00–1:00 PM, but you’re welcome to arrive late or leave early as your schedule requires.
