2. 1,277 is the average number of days a child has before they start school. We want to ‘make them count’ for the children, for their families and for the toddler groups that they attend. About 1277

3. 1277 is an alliance of churches and other agencies that support the work of Church-based Toddler Groups

4.  Supporting, equipping and valuing Toddler Group Leaders.  Encouraging Church Leaders to embrace Toddler Groups into the life andmission of the church.  Engaging with Government and statutory bodies at national level to recognise the value of Christian Toddler Groups within the community. About 1277

5. National Day of Prayer for Toddler Groups

6. Make them count We Pray For: The children, that they may feel loved, nurtured, valued and accepted for who they are. In Jesus’ Name

7. Make them count We Pray For: The parents, grandparents and carers who come into our buildings each week, that they may see the love of Christ through those who serve here. In Jesus’ Name

8. Make them count We Pray For: The teams who are committed to this very valuable ministry, that they may feel encouraged and supported in all that they aim to be and do for God. In Jesus’ Name

9. Make them count We Pray For: Our church, that we may have vision for our Under 5s ministry and embrace all those who come into our groups each week. In Jesus’ Name

10. Make them count We Pray For: Our communities, that we might reach out with love to all families, so that we can see lives changed and society transformed. In Jesus’ Name

11. Final prayer