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.
October 16: Birthday of Noah Webster (1758)
Pray for people to use words to help instead of harm.
October 15: Sequoyah’s Cherokee Syllabary
Pray for people who are developing new ways to help others communicate.
October 14: Birthday of William Penn (1644)
Pray for an opportunity to show kindness to someone with a different religious perspective.
October 13: Cornerstone of the White House Laid (1792)
Pray for the people who work at the White House.
October 12: Independence Day in Equatorial Guinea
Pray for the people and government of Equatorial Guinea.
October 11: Birthday of Eleanor Roosevelt (1884)
Pray for people who are promoting the recognition of and protection of human rights around the world.
October 10: Palace Museum Opens (1925)
Pray for people who preserve historical artifacts and buildings.
October 8: Alvin C. York Leads Capture of 132 Germans (1918)
Pray for people who are currently facing the trauma of conflict.