The theme of the 2017 World Day of Prayer celebration is “Am I Being Unfair To You?” and is noon, Friday at First United Methodist Church Chapel, 425 N. Broad St.

This year’s event, written by the women of the Philippines, is a worldwide ecumenical movement of women of many faith traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year on the first Friday in March.

The women of the Philippines share their stories of intergenerational wisdom, traditions and experiences of God’s profound love and acceptance. Attendees will learn of a cultural practice called dagyaw, which is a communal way of laboring on neighbors’ farms and sharing the harvest among all as a way to build and sustain a community.

This year’s theme is taken from Matthew 20:1-16, the parable of the laborers in the vineyard. While Jesus sees nothing wrong in giving generously, the workers react differently and feel entitled to receive more.

For information, call 226-2691.