On Saturday 21st June, seventeen intercessors, revivalists and seers gathered together from different parts of Wales and Hereford (England) to climb up to the official midpoint of Wales. We were there to pray for and prophesy over the land of Wales. The actual spot is located in a stream near the top of mountains, 3km (about 2 miles) south of the village of Cwmystwyth, 22km (15 miles) east of Aberystwyth.

Before setting off on our walk we had assembled in the vestry of a large chapel in the centre of the village where we enjoyed refreshments followed by a time of praise, worship and briefing etc. From there it took us about an hour and a half to get up to the midpoint as our group consisted of people of various ages and climbing experiences. However, there was a real sense of purpose and unity as we fellowshipped on the way up. Poor weather conditions did not deter us from our goal and, when we finally reached our destination, we were rewarded with a good view of the valley below.

On Arrival (12 noon GMT)
We first gathered round for a time of personal consecration in readiness to receive communion and to enter into spiritual warfare and contention for the land of Wales – see Joel 2:15-16a. We then had a short time of worship before we partook of the bread and the wine together.


THE CLEANSING OF THE LAND

A bottle of red wine from Jerusalem was then poured out over the ground and into the stream to symbolise the cleansing of the land. It had been given to the group leader a few days before by a pastor from South Wales.
The sight of the red wine carried by the fast moving stream down the mountain to the Ystwyth river and eventually into Cardigan Bay, reminded us of Jesus’ blood being poured out for us and for the world. One member of the group had brought some olive oil and that was also poured on to the ground for the healing of the land.

THE BLOWING OF TRUMPETS

Judgment Warning

We then enacted Joel 2:1 after it was first read out.
“Blow the trumpet in Zion; sound the alarm on my holy hill. Let all who live in the land tremble, for the
day of the LORD is coming. It is close at hand.”

Shofars were then sounded towards the North, South, East and West.


Declaration of Victory

We then read and enacted Joshua 6:20
“When the trumpets sounded, the people shouted, and at the sound of the trumpet, when the people gave a
loud shout, the wall collapsed.”

The shofars were blown seven times to signify victory over the enemy – seven indicating the completeness of Jesus’ triumph over the powers and principalities of this world (Col.2:15). This was followed by victory shouts and proclamations by the group.

There was a final blowing of a shofar towards Israel.


CLAIMING THE LAND

The group then faced outwards in every direction while Genesis 13:14-15 was read out.
"Lift up your eyes from where you are and look north and south, east and west.
All the land that you see I will give to you and your offspring forever.”
As Abraham’s descendents, this scripture was very apt for us as representatives of the Church here in Wales. The devil had stolen what should have rightfully been ours under God (i.e.the land of Wales).

A time of intercession intermingled with celebratory praise followed, together with the sharing of scriptures, words and visions/pictures by various members of the group. A common theme of the latter was the shaking of the earth and the splitting of rocks.
Some of the scriptures that were read out included Isaiah 43:18-21, Isaiah 52:7 and Isaiah 66: 9.

CHAPEL REPORT

A similar programme was followed by the couple of ladies who remained at the chapel. At lunch, however, they visited the ruins of the old chapel in the village, where they sensed a very special atmosphere. The Ystwyth valley was greatly impacted by the 1859 revival through the ministry of a local man by the name of Dafydd Morgan. He was converted in Cwmystwyth and later came to preach in this chapel. On returning to the “new” chapel, the ladies found the grave of Joseph Jenkins who was influential in the lead up to the 1904 revival. They had been told by the owner of the ruined old chapel that he (Jenkins) had been born in 1860, attended the old chapel as a boy and was instrumental in starting revival fires in his chapel in New Quay on the South Cardiganshire coast.

We would like to thank all of those who have prayed for this venture, and especially to a dear intercessory couple in Maesteg who have stood with us from the beginning.

We give God the Glory.

Blessings, Dudley Griffiths

Hi
Just a quick note to let you know that the day went well despite poor weather. There were twenty of us altogether with seventeen making it up to the midpoint.
I'll be posting a  full report in the next few days. However, we have downloaded a few photos.
Blessings, Dudley

Hi Everyone

Just under three weeks to go before we gather at the Mid-Point of Wales and here are some more details.

 We now have the use of the chapel in the centre of Cwmystwyth village from 10 am to 4 pm. This will be primarily for those who are not going up to the actual mid-point, but will also serve as a base for everyone.

 I envisage that the chapel meeting will be similar to that taking place at the mid-point.

 From 10 am   Refreshments

10.30 am   Briefing and prayer.

11 am. Walkers will set out.    

Maps will be available.

 As there are no shops in Cwmystwyth you will need to bring your own lunch etc. Cars can be parked opposite the chapel, either up the lane or on the ‘main’ road.

 Suitable Clothing & Footwear: For those who have not had previous information the route is up an easy incline  and should take 45 min – 1 hour.  The footpath is bumpy in parts but can get quite muddy or boggy after heavy rain.

 There will also be an opportunity to make a donation to the farmer’s favourite charity, Ty Gobaith (children’s hospice) as, towards the end of the walk, we will be gathering on his land.

If you are able to blow or bring a shofar we would be grateful if you could let us know beforehand.

 We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible.

 Blessings

 Dudley Griffiths                      01656 651206         dudley@walesawake.fsnet.co.uk

 

Travel & Accommodation: As a rough guide it takes us about 2 ½ hours from Bridgend.

From the South East: Follow the A470, bypassing Brecon, through Builth Wells to Rhayader. At the cross roads in Rhayader turn left (B4518)   After ½ mile turn right onto the mountain road to Aberystwyth. It should not take more than ½ hour to the centre of  Cwmystwyth.  The chapel is in the middle of the village, on the LHS.

 

From the North East: From Newtown follow A470 to Llangurig.  Then A44 towards Aberystwyth. At Ponterwyd turn left onto A4120 and after about 4 miles turn left on to  B4574 and follow signs to Cwmystwyth. The chapel is on the RHS in the middle of the village. 

 

From the North West: Follow A470 to Dolgellau and then follow signs to Machynlleth (A487) At Machynlleth follow the A487 to Aberystwyth.   From Aberystwyth take A4120 to Devil’s Bridge and then turn right onto B4574. Follow signs to Cwmystwyth. The chapel is on the RHS in the middle of the village.

 

From the South West: From Carmarthen take A485 to Tregaron. At Tregaron take the B4343. Stay on this road  until you turn right (soon after Pontrhydygroes) on to B4574  and follow signs to Cwmystwyth.   The chapel is on the RHS in the middle of the village.   

 

If anyone is thinking of coming up the night before, Brynafon Country House Hotel in Rhayader ,   s ½ hours drive from Cymystwyth. It is comfortable and reasonably priced.  www.brynafon.co.uk 

There is plenty  of other accommodation in the area eg Aberystwyth.