The Presidential Prayer Team
Office of the President
May 14, 2026
From a Day of Prayer to a Season of Prayer
Dear Prayer Warrior,
It’s hard to believe it’s already been one week since the National Day of Prayer! What a deeply encouraging time to see God’s people come together in unity before Him.
Thank you to all who joined us in the National Prayer Room, called in their prayers, and participated from wherever you were. Your faithfulness truly matters. Together, we lifted our nation before the Lord, and that is never without impact.
We were especially encouraged by the extraordinary response through IPrayRadio.org. During the National Day of Prayer, more than 2,800 hours of member-submitted prayers were streamed, while over 1 million visitors came to the site and engaged throughout the 30-hour prayer day. This powerful outpouring is a testimony to what God does when His people seek Him together.
We would also love to hear about your experience. Whether you prayed online with us, gathered with your church, joined family and friends, or attended a local event, please share what stood out to you. We look forward to sharing these stories with everyone.
Share your National Day of Prayer experience here.
Now, we look ahead to a pivotal moment, something timely, unified, and deeply significant for our nation.
Beginning this Sunday, May 17, the same day as the national rededication in Washington, D.C., we are launching The 250 Vigil.
If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.
2 Chronicles 7:14
This is a unique opportunity for believers across America to come together in a shared act of prayer as our nation approaches its 250th anniversary. At a time when our country stands at a critical crossroads, the 250 Vigil is a call to seek God intentionally, asking for His guidance, mercy, and renewal upon our nation.
What makes this moment so powerful is the unity behind it: hundreds of thousands of believers setting aside a specific time each day to turn their hearts toward God together. It’s a simple yet meaningful way to be part of something bigger, a continuous covering of prayer across our land.
This is not a moment we would want to walk into without you. We needed to be sure you knew and invite you to take your place beside us.
Learn more and take your place in the 250 Vigil here.
With gratitude and expectation,
Jim Bolthouse
President
P.S. The 250 Vigil begins this Sunday. don’t miss this moment. What could God do through 25 days of united prayer across America? Invite others to join you and be part of it. Get started HERE.
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Key Questions and Answers
Q: Who can join?
A. You and everyone who prays! We encourage you to invite family, friends, and church members to join. They can text INFO to 772911 for full information. (U.S. and Canadian cell phone numbers only at this time.)
Q: Does this work on any smart device or phone?
A: Pray First will work with any registered phone device that has a 10-digit number (U.S. and Canada with active SIM/eSIM). It is not compatible with third-party messaging systems that do not require a phone number. This allows us to use the largest text messaging providers for near-instant sending, to reach millions of cell phone across the country.
Q: When can I expect my first text message?
A: You will receive an immediate response confirming that you are now a Prayer First Responder. Regular text notifications will begin early October when the system goes live.
Q: What should I do when I receive a message?
A: When a prayer text message arrives on your phone, take the matter before the Lord. You will be joining a vast community of prayer warriors who received the same message and praying with you at the same time.
Q: What if I prefer to receive email?
A: If you are signed up to receive daily and/or weekly emails from the prayer team, those will continue with no interruption. This is simply a new service aimed at providing timely prayer needs to your fingertips as quickly and effectively as possible. Email can sometimes be slowed by service providers, or even blocked, and this service will ensure unfiltered delivery.
Q: How often will I get a text message?
A: You may receive 1 or 2 per week, with up to 8 messages per month. Messages will be limited to local daytime hours.
Q: Are there any fees?
A: This is a free service for all who participate, and most cell phone providers offer free texting. We trust God’s people will see the impact value this service and support our costs – as they have over the past 22 years.
Q: What if I need to stop for any reason?
A: You can opt-out at any time by simply replying STOP to 772911. And you can rejoin again later at your convenience.
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