On Saturday, Oct. 5, Liberty County will come together for the Fifth Annual Liberty County Prayer March, a cherished event that brings residents from all walks of life to unite in faith, reflection, and hope.
The march, now a tradition in the community, allows participants to stand in solidarity through their shared belief in Christ.
The event will begin at noon at the Vara Faye Martin Daniel Pavilion, located next to Liberty City Hall, and proceed to the Liberty County Courthouse. From there, the journey will continue to First United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church, and Immaculate Conception Church, where pastors from across the county will lead prayers at each location. The march will conclude back at the pavilion with a final moment of collective prayer.
Jane Delaney, founder of the Liberty County Prayer March, invites anyone interested in helping with the event to attend an organizational meeting on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 6 p.m. at the Jack Hartel Building, 318 San Jacinto St., Liberty. This year, Delaney is especially excited about increased participation from local churches, including some that are joining for the first time.
When asked why the event is so vital to the community, Delaney said, “I am amazed at how much anger there is in the world right now. Even among families, there are relatives who have turned their backs on each other. We have to overcome the feelings of anger. I believe that Liberty County is still an area of the world where people want to show their love for the Lord, and it’s a good reminder to also show love for your fellow man, regardless of your political differences.”
Delaney emphasized the timeliness of this year’s prayer march, noting the current political climate and global unrest.
“This is an election year, so the march couldn’t happen at a better time, plus with what’s going on with Israel, the prayer march is a necessity,” she said.
Delaney envisions a future where simultaneous prayer marches are held across all communities in Liberty County.
“I want to see unity and an ecumenical movement in our county and our nation. We have a lot to praise God for. There are a lot of problems, but God is the solution to every single one of them,” she said.