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.
May 10: U.S. Transcontinental Railroad Completed (1869)
Pray for people who build and maintain railroads and work on trains.
May 9: Australia’s First National Parliament (1901)
Pray for the people and government of Australia.
May 8: Joan of Arc and the Siege of Orléans (1429)
Pray for the people and government of France.
May 7: The Sinking of the Lusitania
Pray for countries engaged in warfare to protect the lives of noncombatants.
May 6: Birthday of Robert E. Peary (1856)
Pray for explorers who are making new paths for those who follow them.
May 5: Birthday of Nellie Bly (1864)
Pray for journalists who seek to draw attention to people who are suffering and marginalized.
May 4: Margaret Thatcher Becomes Prime Minister (1979)
Pray for the people and government of the United Kingdom.
May 2: Lou Gehrig Ends His Baseball Streak (1939)
Pray for people with ALS and their families.