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- Saturday, May 2
The U.S. Departments of Transportation (USDOT) and State celebrated the first commercial flight from the United States to Venezuela in seven years, participating in a ceremony at the Miami International Airport. The American Airlines flight will fly daily between Miami International Airport and Simón Bolívar International Airport.
“It’s a critical milestone in strengthening the United States relationship with Venezuela and unleashing economic opportunity in both countries,” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said. “The future of air travel between the United States and Venezuela has never been brighter. We can’t wait to expand on this progress and bring more flights online in the coming months.”
Transportation Undersecretary Ryan McCormack said, “This flight will directly contribute to Venezuela’s economic recovery. USDOT looks forward to continuing to work with our Venezuelan counterparts to build on this strong foundation and unlock additional opportunities.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as they oversee the relations and partnership of the U.S. with Venezuela.
- For Secretary Duffy and USDOT officials as they seek to ensure the efficiency and safety of public travel.
- For the president and members of his administration as they pursue trade and commerce agreements with foreign governments.
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 2, 2026
- No Public Scheduled Events Today
For 25 years, The Presidential Prayer Team has united millions in sharing their prayers for America on the National Day of Prayer. We offer real-time, coast-to-coast prayer activities for those who might be unable to attend local events.
This year is especially meaningful as our nation joyfully celebrates its 250th birthday! What an extraordinary milestone marking God’s faithfulness across generations. Wherever you are, join believers nationwide as we give thanks for our nation’s history, celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, and boldly lift America and its leaders to the Lord in prayer.
Resources available now!
▶ Print or get digital copy of official National Day of Prayer guide
▶ View and download the Leadership Prayer Checklist
▶ Call and record your prayer: 1-844-829-2022 (toll-free)
What can you do to prepare today?
– Prepare your heart.
– Tell us when you plan to pray: ▶ Sign up for the National Prayer Room
– Invite one or more friends to join you.
Online prayer activities coming May 7th
– Read, pray, and post your own prayers in the National Prayer Room
– Listen and pray along to continuous prayer stream from other members
Digital and printer-friendly versions of the official prayer guide are available now!
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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- Herb Conaway, Representative for New Jersey
Herb Conaway, Representative for New Jersey
- Born – January 1963 in Trenton, New Jersey
- Education – B.A., Princeton University; M.D., Thomas Jefferson University; J.D., Rutgers University, Camden
- Military Service – U.S. Air Force
- Profession – Medical officer
- Political Experience – New Jersey General Assembly
- In office since – 2025
- Family – Undisclosed
- Religious Affiliation – Undisclosed
- Herb Conaway, Representative for New Jersey
- Power, Love, and Sound Mind
For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. – 2 Timothy 1:7
Timothy is one of the great church leaders mentioned in the New Testament. Knowing this, it would be easy to assume that he was a man full of confidence and boldness, sure of his role within the church. But despite his obvious gifts and calling, Timothy was actually not a bold man and needed reassurance at times.
Paul knew this, which is why he wrote to remind Timothy of the power that God provides (2 Timothy 1). Like Timothy, you will, at times, find yourself in a situation that makes you feel uncertain or afraid. But, as Paul reminded his protégé, the first step in managing fear is to recognize that God provides the strength and resources we need for any circumstance.
You need to meditate on what God has given you as His child: a spirit of power, love, and self-control (some translations use “temperance,“ “sound mind,“ or “self-discipline“). With the Lord’s power supporting you, you have what you need to face any situation. His Spirit gives you the ability to love and serve others the way that Jesus did, and a calm mind that is confident in Him, deflecting concerns that arise.
As you accept this reality, talk with God today. Ask Him to help you live each day with assurance, overcoming any fear or uncertainty. Pray that He would show you how to be bold and to remember His Spirit is with you. Pray over the nation, that governing officials would make decisions out of the power, love, and sound mind that God provides.
Today’s Verse: 2 Timothy 1:7
for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
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 John 4:13-18
13 By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. 14 And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. 15 Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God. 16 So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him. 17 By this is love perfected with us, so that we may have confidence for the day of judgment, because as he is so also are we in this world. 18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.
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.
