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This resolution is a formal acknowledgment of the National Day of Prayer, highlighting its historical significance and encouraging citizens to participate in prayer on May 1, 2025. The resolution traces the tradition of prayer in American history, noting that it dates back to the First Continental Congress in 1775 and was officially established by a Congressional joint resolution in 1952. It references historical leaders like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan, who have called upon Americans to seek divine guidance during challenging times. The resolution emphasizes prayer as a means of spiritual renewal, seeking strength, and connecting with God during both prosperous and difficult periods. Specifically, the Kentucky Senate resolves to observe and recognize the National Day of Prayer, encouraging state citizens to join in "reverent solidarity" on May 1, 2025. The document also notes that the National Day of Prayer was formalized in 1988 when Congress mandated that the president issue an annual proclamation designating the first Thursday in May for national prayer, inviting people to turn to God in prayer and meditation through various means including churches, groups, and individual reflection.

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/sr16.html