Today-National Day of Prayer

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The National Day of Prayer, observed annually on the first Thursday of May, invites people of all faiths to pray for the nation and its leaders. In 2025, this falls on May 1. Below is a comprehensive list of known National Day of Prayer events in the San Diego County region, based on available information from web sources and recent posts on X. I’ve included locations, times, and leadership details where available, followed by an announcement encouraging participation and suggesting ways to organize local gatherings.

National Day of Prayer with Dr. Gary Cass

Thursday, May 1st, at 7 PM at the Escondido City Council Chambers at 201 N. Broadway, Escondido. 12 local Pastors have committed to attendance along with various local elected officials. Call your pastors and officials and urge them to attend! All are welcome!

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Join the National Day of Prayer in San Diego County – May 1, 2025

San Diego County residents, unite in prayer for our nation, leaders, and communities on the National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 1, 2025! This annual observance, held on the first Thursday of May, calls people of all faiths to reflect, seek guidance, and intercede for our country. Below are opportunities to join prayer gatherings across the region:

• Chula Vista: 10:00 AM at Memorial Park Bowl, led by

  @AHodges3

  . Bring a friend for this open community prayer.

• Escondido: 7 PM at the Escondido City Council Chambers at 201 N. Broadway. 12 local Pastors have committed to attendance along with various local elected officials. Call your pastors and officials and urge them to attend! All are welcome!

• National City: 6:30 PM at Kimball Park Bowl, led by

  @AHodges3

  , expecting over 1,000 attendees for a powerful evening of prayer.

• Oceanside: At El Corazon Senior Center Courtyard, organized by David Daubenspeck (760-519-9180). Enjoy patriotic elements, a mayor’s proclamation, and live worship, with personal prayer opportunities.

• Vista: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM at River Family Church (390 Mimosa Ave), hosted by Pastors Matt and Amy Stoehr, Michael Hubbard. A North County regional event for multiple cities. Also, join a 5:00 AM – 6:30 AM morning prayer and worship session at the same location.

• Downtown San Diego: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at Ruocco Park (585 Harbor Lane), hosted by the San Diego Downtown Fellowship of Churches and Leaders, with Thomas Bush (tbush@prayerassist.org).

• San Diego Inland: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM at Maranatha Chapel (10752 Coastwood Rd), themed “Revive Us Again,” hosted by Thomas Bush and North City Inland Pastors.

• UCSD Campus: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, contact Thomas Bush (619-742-8694) for location. Prayer with staff, faculty, and students.

These gatherings offer a chance to pray for our leaders, communities, and nation alongside neighbors and faith leaders. Expect inspiring moments of worship, scripture, and intercession, often with participation from local pastors, civic leaders, and community members.

No event in your city? Organize a quick gathering! If your area lacks a listed event, consider hosting a brief prayer meeting at your city hall steps, a local park, or a community center. Invite friends, neighbors, and local faith leaders to join. Keep it simple: share prayers for the nation, read scripture (like Psalms 33:12 or 2 Chronicles 7:14), and encourage unity.

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Pray and Act for San Diego, California, and the Nation

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