The City of Rockledge will hold the 75th National Day of Prayer at the Rockledge Civic Hub, 1600 Huntington Lane, on Thursday, May 7, starting at 6:30 p.m. The event aims to unite residents across faiths and backgrounds for an evening of prayer and reflection. The theme for the 2026 observance is 'Glorify God Among the Nations, Seeking Him in All Generations,' inspired by 1 Chronicles 16:24. Organizers say the gathering will emphasize inclusivity, with no single denomination or group taking center stage.
The Rockledge Civic Hub, a community center in the city’s central district, will serve as the venue. The event is open to the public, with no admission fee. Local leaders say the 75th anniversary marks a milestone for the national observance, which began in 1952. The gathering will include prayers, music, and a message from a local pastor.
City officials confirmed the event will follow health and safety guidelines, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. The National Day of Prayer is a nonpartisan, interfaith initiative observed in all 50 states. Rockledge’s event is one of hundreds across the country.
The observance comes as Rockledge continues to host community events at the civic hub, which opened in 2023. Previous gatherings there have included holiday celebrations and town hall meetings. This year’s prayer event is expected to draw several hundred attendees, according to city planners.