Pray for Arkansas on April 28, 2024

Join churches across Arkansas in praying for our state and our communities on Sunday, April 28.

Read the governor’s proclamation designating April 28 as “A Special Day of Prayer in Arkansas.”

The proclamation says:

WHEREAS: Thursday, May 2, 2024, marks the National Day of Prayer in America established by Congress, on which the people of the United States are encouraged “to turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals”;

WHEREAS: It is fitting and proper to designate the Sunday preceding the National Day of Prayer as a special Day of Prayer for Arkansas and encourage Arkansans of all faiths and backgrounds to gather in their respective homes or houses of worship in prayer and meditation;

WHEREAS: As Arkansans we unite in prayer on this day, approaching the throne of Almighty God with confidence and humility, asking that the Lord meet the daily needs of our citizens and forgive our many transgressions;

WHEREAS: In Proverbs 16:9 we are reminded that, ‘A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps,’ and in James 1:5 we are admonished, ‘If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him’; and

WHEREAS: We then ask that the Lord grant wisdom, guidance, and direction to our citizens and to our local, state, and national leaders, that we may live in unity and tranquility.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, SARAH HUCKABEE SANDERS, Governor of the State of Arkansas, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the laws of the State of Arkansas, do hereby proclaim April 28, 2024, as

‘A SPECIAL DAY OF PRAYER IN ARKANSAS’

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of Arkansas to be affixed this 10th day of April, in the year of our Lord 2024.

You can download a copy of the proclamation here.

Watch this video from Dr. Jim Lagrone about the importance of your prayers on April 28.

Email Jim@FamilyCouncil.org to register and receive additional details.

Join The Church Ambassador Network of Arkansas

Church Ambassador is a nonpartisan ministry. 

This is a network that builds relationships between church leaders and elected leaders regardless of their political leanings. 

Email Jim@FamilyCouncil.org to learn more about this vital ministry, or if you are a church leader who wants to get involved, fill out the form below to join today.

The Annual Day of Prayer for Arkansas Students is September 25, 2024

Act 902 of 2021 directs the Governor of Arkansas and the Commissioner of Education to annually proclaim the last Wednesday in September of each year as “A Day of Prayer for Arkansas Students.” The law also calls upon the citizens of Arkansas to pray for students, teachers, administrators, and schools.

Students, teachers, administrators, and schools need our prayers now more than ever. 

Here are some ways you can promote the Day of Prayer for Arkansas Students in your community:

  • Let your pastor know about it so he can announce it in church
  • Notify your school board, superintendent, principal, or teachers about it
  • If the school has any Christian clubs such as FCA, notify the faculty sponsor or member of the group
  • Organize a group of friends to pray for students in public and private school and those enrolled in a home school on the last Wednesday of September.

Please contact our office at (501) 375-7000 if you have any questions about the annual Day of Prayer for Arkansas Students.

October 3, 2024, is “Bring Your Bible to School Day”

Thursday, October 3, is national Bring Your Bible to School Day.

This is a day for students across the country to exercise their First Amendment rights by bringing copies of God’s Word with them to school. It’s also an opportunity for students to discuss their faith and share the gospel with their friends outside of class time. Bring Your Bible to School Day is a movement sponsored by our friends at Focus on the Family.

Last year, 877,353 students took part in this amazing event! If you don’t have a student in public school, there still may be ways you or your church can help Bring Your Bible to School Day be successful.

Visit BringYourBible.com to learn more.