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- Monday, May 18
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin is hosting a roundtable today with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., on PFAS remediation.
The EPA stated that Administrator Zeldin “will make a major announcement on the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to combat per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).“
President Trump’s administration has been implementing strategies to remove the so-called “forever chemicals“ from the nation’s water supply. The EPA is also working on the most effective way to detect and measure PFAS.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Administrator Zeldin and Secretary Kennedy as they collaborate on strategies to remediate PFAS.
- For President Trump and his advisors as they seek to balance energy and technology development with environmental stewardship.
- For members of the House and Senate to be discerning as they consider various legislation this week.
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 18, 2026
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 4:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Healthcare Affordability Event
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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- Andrew Garbarino, Representative for New York
Andrew Garbarino, Representative for New York
- Born – September 1984 in Sayville, New York
- Education – B.A., George Washington University; J.D., Hofstra University
- Military Service – None
- Profession – Attorney
- Political Experience – New York state assemblyman
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Single
- Religious Affiliation – Catholic
- Andrew Garbarino, Representative for New York
- Christ’s Peace
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you. – John 14:27
At times, the concept of Jesus as the Prince of Peace may seem contradictory to other verses in Scripture. At the birth of Christ, the angels sang, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” (Luke 2:14). Yet Jesus said during His ministry, “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword” (Matthew 10:34).
As in the second part of today’s verse, “Not as the world gives do I give to you,” Jesus made the distinction between peace on earth and peace with God in people’s hearts. Jesus IS peace to the believer (Ephesians 2:14). He’s the only way to have peace with God the Father. “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 5:1).
While Jesus promises inner calm to the believer’s heart, the absence of turmoil on Earth is a desirable thing as well. The apostle Paul says that God’s people should pray for leaders so that they may have quiet and peaceful lives (1 Timothy 2:2). In Acts 24:2, Felix was commended for bringing peace to the area.
Jesus does not promise believers a life without trouble. Instead, He promises peace with God and inward peace. Again, Paul writes, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all” (Romans 12:18). While you pray for peace in the United States and in the world, it is ultimately most important to pray that people will make peace with God by receiving Jesus as Savior and Lord.
Today’s Verse: John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
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: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24
12 We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, 13 and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves. 14 And we urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all. 15 See that no one repays anyone evil for evil, but always seek to do good to one another and to everyone. 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 19 Do not quench the Spirit. 20 Do not despise prophecies, 21 but test everything; hold fast what is good. 22 Abstain from every form of evil.
23 Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 24 He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.
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.
