The Presidential Prayer Team
Office of the President
December 19, 2024
Tidings of Hope
Dear Prayer Warrior,
I recently shared some exciting news with friends: after years of America praying for divine intervention, it’s clear that God is touching hearts across the nation. Have you noticed this too?
First, our Pray the Vote initiative saw an outstanding response in the days leading up to the election. Many members shared how they felt encouraged, prayed, and then voted. Subsequently, we learned that Christians and people of faith were very active in this election. Additionally, there’s been a noticeable rise in public support for protecting religious freedoms, and that is despite widespread political polarization. We’ve also heard many inspiring stories about prayer gatherings and revival meetings on college campuses across the country, as our younger generations are seeking God!
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13
These tidings give me hope that God is awakening His people in America! We see tremendous opportunities for the prayer ministry to grow and reach new people in the new year. Coming in the first few months we will include programs like:
- Pray 100: Prayer for the first 100 days of the new presidential administration
- Beside Our Leaders Daily: Prayer for freshman Congressional leaders joining the 119th United States Congress
- National Day of Prayer: 24 hours of prayer on Thursday, May 1, 2025
We anticipate connecting millions of Americans to pray daily for the president, vice president, cabinet members, and new members of Congress. As we roll up our sleeves and prepare the way, we need your help. Would you prayerfully consider giving today? Your gift will be DOUBLED (yes, a 100% match!) and your investment will allow us to close out 2024 in the black and, Lord willing, start 2025 strong.
We are enthusiastic about what lies ahead for this ministry and our country. Thank you for your faithfulness in praying and supporting us so that we can continue providing you and millions of others with informational prayer needs, prayer leadership, resources, and encouragement.
Beside you in prayer,
Jim Bolthouse
President
P.S. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has already given during this time. A special thank you to our faithful “Watchmen,” whose monthly contributions provide the fortification we need to navigate each year. Monthly giving is one of the easiest ways to stay connected with us throughout the year and is also included in our match, which will also cover all of 2025. Thank you for standing watch and supporting our mission.
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We want to openly share our needs and keep you informed about the status of this ministry. Since 2001, this ministry has been reaching millions of Americans with the help of God’s people, who have graciously underwritten the daily expenses of the prayer team. Every gift, no matter the size, is of great help. We invite you to prayerfully consider helping us meet our monthly budgeted need with a gift today. Thank you for partnering with us in prayer.
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Pray First Responders
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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