In a bold and compelling statement, Archbishop Dr. Matilda G. Tarr, Chairperson of African Women for Jesus to All Nations (AWJAN), declared that Liberia’s future hinges on the power of prayer.
Speaking at a press conference in Monrovia, Archbishop Tarr unveiled Tsunami 2025—a national prayer movement that calls on Liberian women to unite in faith and petition God for the country’s spiritual and national revival.
Tsunami 2025 is not just another event, but a divine mandate and a clarion call to action. Archbishop Tarr emphasized that Liberia, as Africa’s first independent nation, holds a unique responsibility not only in the political sphere but also in the realm of faith. “Our future depends on God, not just on government policies or human plans,” she said. “This movement is about invoking God’s power to guide us—not in moments of crisis but before disaster strikes, during times of peace.”
Scheduled to launch on March 28–29, 2025, at the SKD Sports Complex Gym in Monrovia, Tsunami 2025 aims to bring together thousands of women from across Liberia for a historic prayer gathering. The event seeks to unite over 6,000 women in petitioning God for Liberia’s healing, prosperity, and protection, with plans to expand the movement in the coming years.
According to Archbishop Tarr, the movement is rooted in the belief that prayer can transform Liberia’s destiny. She cited 2 Chronicles 7:14, which calls on God’s people to humble themselves and pray for national healing: “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray, then I will hear from heaven and heal their land.”
In her remarks, Archbishop Tarr made it clear that Tsunami 2025 is more than a prayer event—it’s a declaration that Liberia belongs to Jesus Christ. “It is a turning point in the history of our nation,” she explained. “Through the power of prayer, we believe that Liberia can overcome the challenges of corruption, conflict, and division.”
The initiative also calls on Liberian government leaders, including President George Weah, Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor, and members of the Legislature, to lend their support to the movement. Archbishop Tarr noted that the success of Tsunami 2025 will rely not only on the commitment of women but also on the backing of political and spiritual leaders. She pointed to the biblical principle in Proverbs 29:2: “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice,” as a reminder that when leaders honor God, a nation prospers.
In her address, Archbishop Tarr emphasized that this movement is not political but spiritual. “The Church has always been the backbone of Liberia’s strength,” she stated, calling on pastors, bishops, and spiritual leaders to rally behind the initiative. She referenced Joel 2:15-16, urging all Liberians to unite in prayer: “Blow the trumpet in Zion, declare a holy fast, call a sacred assembly. Gather the people and consecrate the assembly.”
Furthermore, Tsunami 2025 seeks to inspire not only Liberian women but also women across Africa and the globe. Drawing parallels with global prayer movements, Archbishop Tarr highlighted how the power of prayer has historically transformed nations. She mentioned South Korea’s rise from poverty, the rebuilding of Rwanda after its genocide, and the restoration of Ghana through the faith of its women. “When women pray, nations change,” she affirmed.
The movement also urges the media, stakeholders, and businesses to support the cause by spreading hope and faith, rather than fear, during these trying times. “A peaceful, prayerful Liberia benefits every sector of society,” Archbishop Tarr said, calling for a collective effort in this national and global initiative.
Tsunami 2025 is not just an event—it is a commitment to prayer every year, as long as it takes for Liberia to experience the divine intervention needed for lasting peace and progress. Archbishop Tarr closed her address by emphasizing the significance of Liberia’s role in Africa’s spiritual destiny. “When Liberia stands, the rest of Africa will follow. This is why Tsunami 2025 is more than just a prayer movement; it is a global call to revival.”
The movement’s organizers are calling for everyone—government officials, community leaders, women, and men alike—to be part of this transformative gathering at the SKD Sports Complex Gym on March 28–29, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM daily.
