The 75th annual National Day of Prayer will be observed on Thursday, May 7.

The theme is “Glorify God Among the Nations - Seeking Him in All Generations,” based on 1 Chronicles 16:24. Millions are expected to gather nationwide for prayer, coinciding with the U.S.A.'s 250th anniversary celebrations.

WTKM's National Day of Prayer program is Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m.

Pastor Jeff Schimp of Glacier Hills Bible Church, in Hartford says days of prayer have been called for since 1952.

"Throughout the years, days of prayer for our country have been called for. In 1952, the National Day of Prayer was established by an act of Congress. Since then, every president has proclaimed a National Day of Prayer." 

The National Day of Prayer is an annual day of observance designated by the United States Congress. People are asked "to turn to God in prayer and meditation.    

Participants pray for the nation, families, schools, and leaders.