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.
September 5: First Labor Day Parade in New York (1882)
Pray for people doing important jobs who are sometimes overlooked.
June 20: Oil Begins Flowing Through the Trans Alaska Pipeline (1977)
Pray for people who work in the oil industry to be safe, to protect the natural environment, and to do their jobs well.
May 11: Birthday of Irving Berlin (1888)
Pray for immigrants who are seeking to build new lives in a new country.
May 10: U.S. Transcontinental Railroad Completed (1869)
Pray for people who build and maintain railroads and work on trains.
April 3: First Pony Express Journeys Begin (1860)
Pray for people who deliver letters and packages.
February 28: Birthday of Blondin (1824)
Pray for entertainers who seek to bring joy and wonder to audiences.
February 20: Birthday of Ansel Adams (1902)
Pray for photographers who seek to document this planet and the people who live on it.
February 12: Birthday of Olivia Hooker (1915)
Pray for people who serve children with developmental disabilities.
February 5: National Weatherperson’s Day
Pray for people who study the weather and make forecasts to serve and protect others.