For Immediate Release: April 22, 2008
Contact: Communications Specialist
Lisa Wilson, 303-538-7282
Local Day of Prayer Coordinator
Cheryl Jackson, 720-320-5537

Thornton to mark National Day of Prayer

Annual event brings people of various faiths together on May 1

THORNTON, CO…Since 1952, the National Day of Prayer has been an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. The National Day of Prayer is founded on the constitutional rights of freedom of speech and freedom of religion and can be celebrated by all Americans. Each year for National Day of Prayer, the President of the United States issues a proclamation acknowledging the event. In 2007, President Bush said “a prayerful spirit has always been an important part of our national character.”

The City of Thornton will observe National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 1 at noon with a multi-faith gathering at the City Park Pavilion near City Hall. Thornton's Mayor, Erik Hansen will read the City's Proclamation declaring the day the City of Thornton Day of Prayer, in agreement with the National Day of Prayer. Local clergy, led by North Metro Church's Senior Pastor James Wagstaff, will pray over the seven areas of influence over our city, state, and country. Those areas of influence are government, military, media, business, education, church and family. Everyone is welcomed to attend this event to join in praying for our city, state, and nation.

Those looking to attend the ceremony should park at City Hall, 9500 Civic Center Drive. For more information call Local Day of Prayer Coordinator Cheryl Jackson at 720-320-5537.

Use the following link for Map to Civic Center and Park

 

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