Thursday May 1st, 2008

Psalm 28:7 "The Lord is my strength and shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped."

As American troops wage the War on Terror, fighting for democracy and liberty around the globe, citizens of the United States are preparing to celebrate their freedom to gather, worship, and pray. Millions will answer the call to prayer on May 1st in observance of the 57th annual National Day of Prayer. Organized events will be held in thousands of public venues where intercession will be made for our nation, government leaders, media, schools, churches, and families.

National Day of Prayer Task Force Chairman Shirley Dobson, wife of Focus on the Family founder and chairman Dr. James Dobson, said "At this crucial time in history with our armed forces engaged in a desperate in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere, we encourage all people of faith to set aside their differences and publicly seek God's wisdom and direction for those in harm's way and for our homes, communities and country. Our founding fathers recognized the power of prayer and gathered regularly to ask for God's blessing. We can do no less."

The National Day of Prayer tradition predates the founding of the United States of America, as evidenced by the Continental Congress' proclamation in 1775 setting aside a day of prayer. In 1952 Congress established an annual day of prayer, and in 1988 that law was amended, designating the National Day of Prayer as the first Thursday in May each year.

  Music Resource:

   "Prayer List"  as performed by Linda Lanier is a great song (on video) for National Day of Prayer Events.
It is available in DVD or VHS formats.  This link will take you to her website where you can order this great resource directly:
www.lindalanierministries.com

The Montana Task Force

Mrs. Pat Kempf
National Day of Prayer State Coordinator
P.O. Box 20894
Billings, MT 59104
(406) 896-1762 eve. or 652-6188 days

E-mail Pat Kempf safeguardemnw@sprynet.com , for any information.

In the swift rush of great events, we find ourselves groping to know the full sense and meaning of these times in which we live. In our quest of understanding, we beseech God’s guidance.....

Dwight D. Eisenhower

The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.

Psalm 145:18-19

Alouise Berry
Task Force Member
(406) 248-6418

E-mail Alouise Berry AlouiseBerry@bresnan.net, for any information.

Vaughn Kempf
Task Force Member
Webmaster
(406) 896-1762

E-mail Vaughn Kempf vkempf@sprynet.com, for website related topics and questions.

“ I have other sheep that are not of this pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd.”...

John 10:16

I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayer, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; for Kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty....

1 Timothy 2:1-2

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