PRAYERTREK 2026 | The Power of Prayer

Welcome to PrayerTREK 2026

PrayerTREK 2026: The Power of Prayer is a 10 day guided walking and reflection experience designed to bring Black women together in shared intention. From October 19 through October 30, members will move through daily audio episodes centered on GirlTREK’s Joy and Justice demands, creating space for personal reflection, spiritual grounding, and collective prayer. Whether walking alone or with sisters, each participant is invited to show up as they are, listen at their own pace, and be part of a powerful nationwide experience rooted in connection, healing, and possibility.

PrayerTREK 2026: The Power of Prayer

Q: What is PrayerTREK?

A: PrayerTREK is a 10 day walking and prayer experience where women across the country come together in shared intention. Each day we walk, reflect, and pray around what we want for our lives, our families, and our communities, moving from personal reflection to collective power.

Q: When is PrayerTREK 2026?

A: PrayerTREK takes place October 19 through October 30, 2026 and includes 10 days of guided prayer, reflection, and walking.

Q: Do I have to sign up to participate?

A: No sign up is required. You can simply show up and participate each day. PrayerTREK is designed to meet you wherever you are.

Q: How do I participate each day?

A: Each day includes a beautifully guided audio experience with dynamic and powerful guest speakers and prayer warriors that you can listen to while you walk or reflect. You can listen at your own pace and return anytime.

Q: Do I have to walk to participate?

A: Walking is encouraged, but not required. You can participate in whatever way works best for your body and your life. If you walk, remember to track your walk in the Underground App so we can celebrate you.

Q: Can I participate alone or with others?

A: Both are welcome. Many women walk solo, while others walk with sisters in their crews. No matter how you participate, you are part of a powerful collective experience.

Q: What are daily themes?

A: Each day centers one of GirlTREK’s Joy and Justice demands:

Day 1: Healthy Bodies

Day 2: Economic Freedom

Day 3: Care for Caregivers

Day 4: Safety & Decarceration

Day 5: Healthy Families

Day 6: Healthy Minds

Day 7: Healthy Food

Day 8: Land & Housing

Day 9: Power & Advocacy

Day 10: NextGen Leadership

Q: Do I have to be religious to participate?

A: PrayerTREK is a prayer centered experience, all are welcome. Come as you are and participate in a way that feels meaningful to you.

Q: How much time should I plan each day?

A: Most women spend about 30 minutes each day walking and listening, but you can adjust based on your schedule.

Q: Where do I find the daily episodes?

A: Daily PrayerTREK episodes will be available online and accessible in the audio section of the GirlTREK Underground App.

Q: What if I miss a day?

A: No problem. You can return to any day at any time. Recordings can be accessed on the GirlTREK Underground App under the audio section.

Q: How do I stay connected after PrayerTREK?

A: Stay connected by continuing your daily walks and joining the sisterhood in the GirlTREK Underground App, where you can listen to replays, share your reflections, and walk alongside other women across the country. You can also stay engaged through local crews, community gatherings, and upcoming GirlTREK challenges and events, and through our Northstar community.

North Star Faith Community

Q: What is the North Star Faith Community?

A: The North Star Faith Community is a Harriet inspired gathering space for faith based organizations and women of all faiths to come together and share in the joy of health, wellness, and community.

Q: Is GirlTREK a religious organization?

A: No. GirlTREK is not a religious organization. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) health movement dedicated to inspiring one million Black women to walk toward healing and liberation. We practice radical welcome. Sisters of all faiths, beliefs, and spiritual practices are celebrated here. Everyone is invited to walk, pray, meditate, or reflect in the way that feels authentic to them.

Q: Who can join the North Star Faith Community?

A: All women of faith are welcome here, no matter your denomination, tradition, or background. You can join as an individual sister walker or as part of a faith based organization, church, or ministry. You do not need to be a member of a church to participate.

Q: Do I have to belong to a church to be part of the North Star Faith Community?

A: No. You do not have to belong to a church or any specific faith institution. This space is for anyone seeking community, joy, and wellness through a spiritual lens, whether that is in a sanctuary, a living room, or beneath the open sky.

Q: Do I have to be a Christian to join?

A: No. The North Star Faith Community is interfaith and inclusive. We honor wisdom from all faith traditions and welcome women who may not identify with a specific faith but value spiritual connection, reflection, and sisterhood.

Q: How do I become part of the North Star Faith Community?

A: It is easy. Let us know you are interested by completing the Faith Based Interest Form.

Q: What is a Faith Crew?

A: A Faith Crew is simple. You and one sister make a crew. It is a sisterhood walking together in faith and health. You can walk in person or virtually and invite others from your congregation or community to join. Faith Crews walk, talk, pray, and encourage one another. Some crews have co leaders and many commit to at least one walk each month.

Q: How do I start or join a Faith Crew?

A: You can start your own crew by grabbing a sister, committing to walk together, and registering your crew in the GirlTREK Underground App. You can also join an existing crew by searching in the app or connecting through monthly Faith Gatherings. Either way, you are part of a national movement of women walking toward health and liberation.

Q: How do I become a North Star Faith Crew Leader?

A: Complete a North Star Faith Crew Leader training session and the Faith Crew Leader quiz. Training is offered regularly and will give you the tools, support, and connection you need to lead your crew.

Q: Do I need permission from my church or faith community to become a Faith Crew Leader?

A: No. You do not need permission to start walking toward your healthiest self. You can begin with a willing heart and gather sisters to walk with you. If your faith community would like to learn more, the Faith Team is available to connect and share more about the North Star Community.

Q: Can my Faith Crew collaborate with other GirlTREK communities?

A: Yes. We encourage it. The North Star Faith Community is part of a larger network of GirlTREK Special Impact Teams that support women across different spaces including caregivers, food justice, justice-impacted communities, mental health, and the next generation. Together, we walk, talk, and solve problems.

Q: What are the main ways the North Star Faith Community connects?

A: We connect through North Star Huddles twice monthly, monthly Faith Gatherings, and the North Star Newsletter. We also host special events like Faith Treks, sister check ins, and seasonal challenges throughout the year.

Q: What is the 21 Day FaithTREK Challenge?

A: The 21 Day FaithTREK Challenge is a walking commitment where sisters walk 21 days within 30 days for their health and healing. Women who complete the challenge earn their Golden Laces, a powerful symbol of commitment and freedom, celebrated with their crew.

Q: What resources are available for the North Star Faith Community?

A: You can access the North Star Community Resources digital toolkit. It includes events, walking guides, challenges, and tools to support you as you lead and participate.

Q: How can I contact the North Star Faith Team?

A: You can reach the team anytime at Faith@GirlTREK.org. You can also connect through the Underground App by joining the North Star Faith Community crew.

Q: What is the Underground App and why should I join?

A: The Underground App is GirlTREK’s official community hub where you can join or create a Faith Crew, connect with other women, access resources, and stay updated on events. It is our virtual porch where the sisterhood gathers daily.

Q: What inspires the name North Star?

A: The name honors Harriet Tubman, who followed the North Star to freedom and returned to guide others. It reflects our commitment to walk toward health, joy, and collective liberation, and to bring our sisters along with us.

Q: What makes the North Star Faith Community unique?

A: We center faith, freedom, and sisterhood. This is not just about walking. It is about reclaiming our health, our time, and our joy as acts of faith and resistance, and building a culture of wellness in our communities.

Q: How do I stay connected?

A: Sign up for the North Star Newsletter, download the Underground App, join the North Star Faith Community group, and participate in gatherings and events. You can also reach out directly to the Faith Team anytime.

Q: What if I am new to walking or faith based wellness?

A: You are in the right place. You do not need experience. All you need is a willing heart and a pair of walking shoes. We will support you as you start, stay consistent, and find joy in the journey.

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