Pray for our families, our country, and our world.
Each day this year, we are sharing a history note about something that happened on that date and offering a prayer idea. Read more about this project and subscribe to get updates by email or text.
July 12: Independence Day in São Tomé and Príncipe
Pray for the people and government of São Tomé and Príncipe.
July 11: Establishment of the United States Marine Band (1798)
Pray for musicians who perform at official ceremonies.
July 9: Benny Benson’s Flag of Alaska Flies for the First Time (1927)
Pray for Alaska Natives.
July 8: First Issue of The Wall Street Journal (1889)
Pray for journalists who write about economics to help people make informed decisions about business, investing, and other issues.
July 7: Birthday of David McCullough
Pray for people who learn about and write about history to educate others.
July 4: “America the Beautiful” Published (1895)
Pray that people in the United States would take time to be grateful for what they have.