National Day of Prayer

May 2, Thursday

The National Day of Prayer is an annual day of observance held on the first Thursday of May, designated by the United States Congress, when people are asked "to turn to God in prayer and meditation". The president is required by law (36 U.S.C. § 119) to sign a proclamation each year, encouraging all Americans to pray on this day.

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National Day of Prayer in other years

2022 May 5, Thursday
2023 May 4, Thursday
2025 May 1, Thursday