Joseph Attoh 
A powerful atmosphere of spiritual awakening and revival was experienced at the Scottish Parliament in the United Kingdom when the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of the Glasgow District in the Manchester Area of The Church of Pentecost, together with other Christian denominations, gathered in prayer ahead of the May 2026 elections.
The event formed part of Scotland United in Prayer for Parliament (SUPP), an initiative aimed at interceding at the heart of Parliament for Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs), parliamentary staff, and key national issues. The initiative aligns with HUM’s vision of reaching marginalised, unreached, and unengaged communities.
Spearheaded by church leaders and supported by key public affairs groups, the event took place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Holyrood, with Kate Forbes, Member of the Scottish Parliament and Deputy First Minister, serving as host.
She brought together stakeholders to pray for the nation, the upcoming May elections, and the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, currently before Parliament. If enacted, the bill would allow eligible terminally ill adults in Scotland to lawfully request and receive medical assistance to end their lives.
Participants expressed solidarity with Ms Forbes and other concerned citizens, emphasising their spiritual responsibility to remain vigilant, guard the walls, and issue warnings where necessary (Ezekiel 33:6–7). They raised concerns about potential risks and the perceived inadequacy of safeguards in the bill, calling for careful moral and societal reflection for the wellbeing of Scotland and the wider United Kingdom.
The gathering also highlighted the Christian message of life and hope, referencing John 10:10, which contrasts destructive forces with Christ’s promise of abundant life, and urged the nation to reflect on its moral direction.
The Glasgow District HUM further expressed appreciation to Ms Forbes for her decade of public service as she prepares to step down during the May elections, commending her integrity and leadership grounded in godly values.
Those in attendance included Pastor Philemon Kumi (PhD), Glasgow District Minister; Rev. Ivan AI Paget; Rev. Jenny Wong; Elder Bright Adjah; and Deaconess Grace Bempong.
Report by Elder George Asiedu-Nsiah, Glasgow District HUM Coordinator.
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