Our nation will celebrate the 59th Annual National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 6. The theme for 2010 is “Prayer! For Such A Time As This” and is based on Nahum 1:7, which states: “The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him.”

Millions of Americans have participated in this annual observance for nearly six decades as we petition God on behalf of our families, communities, nation and leaders.  A “Prayer for Our Nation” has been written by 2010 Honorary Chairman Franklin Graham for use at each prayer gathering around the country.

The Niles Area Ministerial Association is spearheading three local noontime observances of this year’s event at the following locations: Niles City Hall, led by Pastor Jeff Whittaker of Michiana Christian Embassy; Niles Township Hall, led by Pastor Bob Jackson of Niles First Church of God; and Howard Township Hall, led by Pastor Jim Wing of Niles First Baptist Church.

The general public is cordially invited to join these area prayer gatherings beginning at noon and concluding approximately 12:45 p.m.

In addition to the noontime prayer events, once again this year there will be a combined Niles/Buchanan Area Prayer Rally on Thursday, May 6 at 7 p.m. at the Niles Senior High School Auditorium led by the members of the Niles and Buchanan Area Ministerial Associations.

For more information, call Pastor Collin Seitz at (269) 683-3310.