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- Thursday, May 14
President Donald Trump is in Beijing, China, for bilateral discussions with President Xi Jinping. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent are among the administration officials in the president’s entourage.
President Trump issued a message on National Police Week honoring “the brave men and women of law enforcement who risk their lives daily to protect our communities.“
“Throughout Police Week, we honor the sacrifices of our law enforcement community and the families who stand beside them,“ President Trump said in his proclamation. “United in gratitude, we recommit ourselves to supporting those who keep the peace in our neighborhoods, and we offer our heartfelt appreciation for the service they render to community and country.“
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For President Trump to be led by the Lord in his discussions with President Xi.
- For the president and members of his Cabinet to seek the Lord as they negotiate trade and security agreements with Chinese officials.
- For wisdom for President Trump as commander-in-chief over the U.S. Armed Forces.
First Ministry Letter of 2026!
Our gift to you this holiday as we remember the true reason for the season with sacred and traditional Christmas music.PRESIDENT’S SCHEDULE
- President’s Today Schedule • May 14, 2026
- 12:54 AM ET: The President departs the Great Hall of the People for the Temple of Heaven [Local: 12:54 PM]
- 1:01 AM ET: The President arrives at the Temple of Heaven [Local: 1:01 PM]
- 1:05 AM ET: The President tours the Temple of Heaven with President Xi Jinping [Local: 1:05 PM]
- 1:31 AM ET: The President departs the Temple of Heaven in Beijing for the Four Seasons Hotel [Local: 1:31 PM]
- 1:55 AM ET: The President arrives at the Four Seasons Hotel Beijing [Local: 1:55 PM]
- 6:00 AM ET: The President participates in a State Banquet with the President of the People`s Republic of China [Local: 6:00 PM]
- 8:00 PM ET: The President participates in Executive Time [Local: 8:00 AM 5/15]
- 11:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Greeting and Friendship Photo with the President of the People`s Republic of China [Local: 11:30 AM 5/15]
- 11:40 PM ET: The President participates in a Bilateral Tea with the President of the People`s Republic of China [Local: 11:40 AM 5/15]
THANK YOU FOR PRAYING WITH US!
The National Day of Prayer was a meaningful and encouraging time as God’s people came together in prayer. Throughout the day, we were inspired by the faith, unity, and hope reflected in every prayer lifted. Thank you to all who joined us in the National Prayer Room, called in their prayers, and participated from wherever you were. Your prayers truly make a difference as we lifted our nation before the Lord.
We would also love to hear about your National Day of Prayer experience. Whether you prayed online, at church, with family and friends, or attended a special gathering, please share what stood out to you. Photos from your church, an event you attended, or even with your prayer guide are welcome. We look forward to sharing these stories with fellow members of our prayer community.
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As we lift up the federal government of United States of America, each day we will highlight one elected or appointed federal official serving in office. Pray with us for each of them as they tackle their unique responsibilities and fulfill their oaths of office.
TODAY’S NATIONAL LEADER FOR PRAYER
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- Chief Judge Mary Murguia, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
Chief Judge Mary Murguia, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
- Born – September 1960 in Kansas City, Kansas
- Education – B.A., B.S., J.D, University of Kansas
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Attorney, Judge
- Political Experience – District of Arizona U.S. District Court, Wyandotte County Assistant District Attorney
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Undisclosed
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- Chief Judge Mary Murguia, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
- Encouraging Words
Encourage one another and build one another up. – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Dr. Gary Chapman wrote a book called “The 5 Love Languages,” in which he theorized that people have various personalities that express and receive love in different ways. He identified four of these “languages“ as quality time, physical touch, acts of service, and gifts. The fifth way he described that people experience love is through words of affirmation.
The apostle Paul wrote to the believers in Thessalonica to share insights about Christ and the good news of His second coming – words to inform, as well as to encourage. Their hearts were burdened by concerns that Jesus was coming back soon to take them to heaven, and that friends who had died would miss out and be left behind. But Paul assured them that anyone who believes in Jesus’ death and resurrection – His work of salvation on Earth – would not be forgotten.
Share these “words of affirmation” with those around you. The Lord has not yet come a second time, but when He does, He will descend with a shout. The dead in Christ will rise first and those who are alive will be caught up with them in the air to be forever with the Lord (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17). The next verse directs, “Encourage one another with these words.” Pray that those in the United States who lack this assurance would come to belief in Jesus as Savior and Lord. Be hopeful and courageous, building others up in the faith. Look forward to the future with Christ, your sure foundation.
Today’s Verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.
All Scripture quotations and audio are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Recommended for further reading: Romans 15:1-6
15 We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. 2 Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. 3 For Christ did not please himself, but as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.” 4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. 5 May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, 6 that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
All Scripture quotations and audio are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
