Published: 04-29-08
Each year the President of the United States presents a proclamation for the annual National Day of Prayer. President Bush has issued a proclamation that will be read during the prayer events lined up for Thursday May 1.
Excerpts from the 2008 proclamation.
“…America trusts in the abiding power of prayer and asks for the wisdom to discern God’s will in times of joy and of trial. As we observe this National Day of Prayer we recognize our dependence on the Almighty we thank Him for the many blessings He has bestowed upon us and we put our country’s future in His hands. From our Nation’s humble beginnings prayer has guided our leaders and played a vital role in the life and history of the United States. Americans of many different faiths share the profound conviction that God listens to the voice of His children and pours His grace upon those who seek Him in prayer…On this National Day of Prayer we ask God’s continued blessings on our country...”
Through the efforts of the NDP Task Force more than 35000 prayer gatherings will be conducted by approximately 40000 volunteers across the country. Several million people are expected to participate in this call to prayer for our nation and its leaders.
Prior to the National Day of Prayer events the 57th annual Texas State Prayer Breakfast themed “Prayer! America’s Strength and Shield” will be held at the Austin Doubletree Hotel on Wednesday April 30.
Florence Littauer an internationally known speaker and author will be the keynote speaker. She is the author of 30 books including How to Get Along With Difficult People Personality Plus Silver Boxes and her most recent book Making the Blue Plate Special. Through her commitment of over twenty-seven years of leadership Florence has trained over ten thousand men and women by giving them the tools and techniques of effective communication.
Other features of the event include a Proclamation for the State of Texas given by Gov. Rick Perry author of On My Honor: Why The American Values of the Boy Scouts Are Worth Fighting For Inspirational Music and Concert of Prayer. Dr. Will Davis Jr. who will be praying for Churches during the prayer time will be available also with his new book PRAY Big.
The event will broadcast live on The Word 99.3 FM. Book tables will be available at the end of the program for book purchases and signing by authors. Doors open at 6:30 AM for reserved seating only. Reservations must be made by April 25.
The National Day of Prayer an annual observance held on the first Thursday in May invites people of all faiths to pray for the nation.
Beginning at noon on May 1 the National Day of Prayer come to the open rotunda in the Texas State Capitol extension for a special time of prayer and music. You can print a prayer guide from the NDP Austin web site that includes areas to pray for such as government media education family church military and business.
For more information about the National Day of Prayer visit www.ndptf.org. Go to www.ndpaustin.org for Texas event information. If you are interested in attending a CLASS seminar Florence Littauer and her team will be presenting in Austin following the National Day of Prayer visit www.CLASServices.com.
Individuals or groups are urged to come to the capitol during and visit their representatives to let them know they are being prayed for throughout the day and every day. For more information contact Greg Davidson at 512-228-4223 or visit www.aroundtherotunda.com.
