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.
Provided by the Office of the Governor of Alabama | governor.alabama.gov