National Day of Prayer 2026
Definition
The National Day of Prayer 2026 refers to the 75th annual observance of this U.S. event, held on Thursday, May 7, 2026—the first Thursday in May—when Americans of all faiths are encouraged to pray for the nation, its leaders, and its people, as designated by federal law since 1952.
With the official theme 'Glorify God Among the Nations, Seeking Him in All Generations,' the 2026 event coincides with America's semiquincentennial celebrations, emphasizing intergenerational prayer and national unity.
President Trump issued a proclamation for the National Day of Prayer 2026, honoring traditions of faith amid ongoing national challenges.
Examples
On the National Day of Prayer 2026, politicians across the spectrum bowed their heads in perfect harmony—right after that explosive committee hearing.
Grandma turned our backyard into National Day of Prayer 2026 headquarters, complete with prayer circles, lemon bars, and unsolicited advice on everyone's life choices.
The President's National Day of Prayer 2026 proclamation was so profoundly moving, it briefly distracted the nation from the latest golf outing headlines.
Celebrating America's 250th with the National Day of Prayer 2026 felt like the ultimate patriotic remix: prayers, fireworks potential, and zero partisan bickering—for five whole minutes.