(ROCKWALL-May 1, 2013) In conjunction with the National Day of Prayer on May 2, 2013, Rockwall area residents and members of surrounding communities are invited to join any or all of the three opportunities to worship our Lord Jesus Christ and pray for America.
In His name the nations will put their hope.” Matthew 12:21
MAYOR’S PRAYER BREAKFAST
7:30 to 9 a.m. at The Center, 108 E. Washington, with guest speaker Missionary Dub Lewis. The event is free, but donations will be accepted.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for our hometown to come together in prayer for our nation,” said Rockwall Mayor David Sweet. “I think it is particularly important considering the tragic events in West,Texas, Kaufman County, and Boston. No matter what your religious affiliation or beliefs, please join us and pray for America.”
COMMUNITY NOONTIME PRAYER
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the grounds of Rockwall City Hall, 385 S. Goliad St. Prayers by pastors and community leaders
EVENING PRAYER AND WORSHIP
6:30 to 8 p.m. at Harry Myers Park Amphitheatre, 815 E. Washington (East Entrance). Worship and prayer geared to families and youth.
The first Continental Congress called for a National Day of Prayer in 1775 as did Abraham Lincoln in 1863. Congress established National Day of Prayer as an annual event by joint resolution signed by President Truman in 1952. The law was amended and signed by President Reagan to officially designate the first Thursday in May as the official date.
All that want to pray for our nation are encouraged to do so. The events are not political, but rather meant to encourage people county-wide to join their neighbors in a call to pray for our nation as our national leaders will do in Washington D.C.
For more information, email thisisyourseason@verizon.net.
Submitted by Kristin Thornton.
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