How to Make the Most of the National Day of Prayer on Thursday May 6th

News Staff : May 5, 2021
National Day of Prayer

The National Day of Prayer is a vital part of our heritage. Since the first call to prayer in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming a nation, the call to prayer has continued through our history, including President Lincoln's proclamation of a day of "humiliation, fasting, and prayer" in 1863... -Excerpt from National Day of Prayer website

[National Day of Prayer] For the first time in 70 years the National Day of Prayer observance will not happen on Capitol Hill. (Image: via National Day of Prayer)

But barricades, security, and politics in Washington, DC cannot stop Americans from observing this day and praying for our nation.

How can you participate? Here are three ways:

First, we encourage you to join us on our National Day of Prayer webcast on Thursday at 12:15pm ET (details below).

Second, many of the people you know who celebrate the National Day of Prayer may be encouraged to know that praying for the nation is something IFA intercessors do year round. It is more than just a day. Take this opportunity to introduce the Intercessors for America network to your praying friends! Click here for a great download to share with others in response to this day of prayer.

And third, stay on top of what is happening in your state with Pray for America's Leaders new Legislative Updates. Click Here and see what needs prayer in your state today!

We encourage you to join us on our National Day of Prayer webcast, featuring Pam Pryor, former State Department official, who will be sharing about prayer in government. Dave Kubal, IFA President and CEO, will be on-site in DC to offer live, up-to-the-minute observances and commentary. Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

Click here to watch IFA's National Day of Prayer program on Thursday at 12:15pm ET or you can connect by phone at (712) 775-7430.