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 22: President Kennedy Addresses the Nation About the Cuban Missile Crisis (1962)
Pray that people will choose not to use nuclear weapons and find ways to get rid of them.
September 12: Battle of Harpers Ferry (1862)
Pray that Americans remember how terrible the Civil War was.
August 23: Japan Declares War on Germany (1914)
Pray for peace among the islands of Asia and the Pacific Ocean.
August 14: National Navajo Code Talkers Day
Pray for the people and government of the Navajo Nation.
July 27: Armistice in Korea
Pray that people in Korea and elsewhere would be able, with God’s help, to break down the literal and figurative walls that divide them.
July 11: Establishment of the United States Marine Band (1798)
Pray for musicians who perform at official ceremonies.
June 28: Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Sophie (1914)
Pray for people tempted to use terror and violence to achieve their political goals.
May 20: Birthday of Jimmy Stewart (1908)
Pray for people who make movies to help viewers focus on what is true, right, pure, lovely, and admirable.