2024 National Day of Prayer

The National Day of Prayer (NDP) is a day set aside for the citizens of America to honor God, and to acknowledge our dependence upon Him. It serves to remind us that God loves us, and that He will move on our behalf when we humble ourselves and pray.

The NDP was established in 1952 by unanimous vote in both Houses of Congress, and was signed into law by President Truman. Every year since, the President of the United States and all 50 governors have issued proclamations requesting that the citizens of this great nation pray, according to their faith.

On Thursday, May 2, 2024, America observed the 73rd annual National Day of Prayer. Millions of people gathered for worship and prayer in city halls, county courthouses, parks, businesses and houses of worship.

The theme for this year’s National Day of Prayer, selected by the NDP Task Force in Colorado Springs was, “Lift up the Word – light up the world,” based up a Scripture passage in 2 Samuel 22:29-31.

Here in the greater Killeen area, NDP activities began Wednesday, May 1, as the youth of Greater Vision Community Church hosted their annual pre-NDP citywide Wednesday evening youth prayer service.

Then on Thursday, May 2, the official date of the National Day of Prayer, several prayer events were held throughout the day, including noontime public prayer events at both the Killeen and Copperas Cove City Halls.

A list of Thursday’s prayer events can be viewed and/or downloaded here:

We would like to thank everyone who attended or helped organize the various prayer events of NDP-2024. It is our strong conviction that our great God has heard our prayers, and is moving on our behalf, bringing about permanent change throughout the greater Killeen area, and throughout our nation.