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rsday, May 3rd, from 7:00 p.m – 8:00, Community of Joy Church, 4015 Northview Terrace, Eagan, MN, will host a National Day of Prayer Service in our sanctuary. Christians from the community are invited to join in prayer for our federal, state, and local governments; the media, business and education communities; as well as for the Church and family. Childcare will be provided and refreshments will be served afterwards. Come and join us as we pray for our nation. For further information, call 651-687-9010.
The National Day of Prayer is a vital part of our American heritage. Since the first call to prayer in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming a nation, the call to prayer has continued through our history, including President Lincoln’s proclamation of a day of “humiliation, fasting, and prayer” in 1863. In 1952, a joint resolution by Congress, signed by President Truman, declared an annual, national day of prayer. In 1988, the law was amended and signed by President Reagan, permanently setting the day as the first Thursday of every May. Each year, the president signs a proclamation, encouraging all Americans to pray on this day. Last year, all 50 state governors plus the governors of several U.S. territories signed similar proclamations.
The National Day of Prayer has great significance for us as a nation. It enables us to recall and to teach the way in which our founding fathers sought the wisdom of God when faced with critical decisions. It stands as a call to us to humbly come before God, seeking His guidance for our leaders and His grace upon us as a people. The unanimous passage of the bill establishing the National Day of Prayer as an annual event, signifies that prayer is as important to our nation today as it was in the beginning.
Confirmation Class of 2012
The Community of Joy Confirmation Class of 2012
Sunday, May 6th was Confirmation Sunday at Community of Joy. The class of 2012 included Annie Corbett, Brooke Seaver, and Nikki Stalcar.
Confirmation at Community of Joy helps young people gain an appreciation for the basics of our Christian faith and an understanding of how God works in their lives by delving into God’s Word and Luther’s Small Catechism . Confirmation takes place in the early teen years when teens face important questions about life and how to make their faith more personal. As a pastor, Confirmation allows me the opportunity to instruct students in a relaxed atmosphere and relate with them in ways that promote meaningful interaction. If you would like more information about our Confirmation program, please contact me. – MAJ