National Day of Prayer

WHEREAS, our nation was founded by men who sought wisdom and guidance through prayer; and

WHEREAS, the National Day of Prayer was first proclaimed by the Continental Congress in 1775; and

WHEREAS, the Congress of the United States, in 1952, enacted legislation setting aside a Day of Prayer for the nation, and in 1988, designated the first Thursday in May as the National Day of Prayer; and

WHEREAS, prayer has played a strong role in our nation’s history and heritage, as many Americans have depended on it for healing, hope and guidance; and

WHEREAS, the observance of the National Day of Prayer has proved to be a powerful tool that has brought together and united citizens from diverse religious backgrounds in an effort to face life’s challenges with renewed hope:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim May 7, 2015, as

National Day of Prayer

in the state of Alabama.