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- Thursday, June 11
The White House is preparing to hold an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) match on the South Lawn for President Donald Trump’s birthday on Sunday. A lawsuit to halt the Freedom 250 event has been filed against the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service.
The administration anticipates 4,000 spectators, including more than 1,000 members of the armed forces, to attend on the South Lawn of the White House, while 120,000 are expected to view the MMA match from the Ellipse.
Today, the first matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup begin. President Trump was part of the negotiations when the United States, Mexico, and Canada jointly won the bid in 2018 to host this year’s men’s soccer tournament.
During his second term, various federal agencies in President Trump’s administration have made preparations for the major matches and the final, which will be played in the United States. Investments have been made to support public transit in host cities and heighten security around the match venues.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For President Trump and members of his administration as they support and promote professional sporting events and tourism.
- For Justice Department, Interior, and National Park Service officials as they defend the planned Freedom 250 UFC event.
- For U.S. national security and law enforcement officers and agents in their work to safeguard the high-profile FIFA matches.
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 • June 11, 2026
- 8:00 AM ET: The President participates in Executive Time
- 3:00 PM ET: The President signs a Proclamation
- 4:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Policy Meeting
- 6:30 PM ET: The President participates in a Tele-Rally
- 7:00 PM ET: The President participates in Tele-Rally
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 Kimberly Moore, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
Chief Judge Kimberly Moore, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
- Born – June 1968 in Halethorpe, Maryland
- Education – B.S., M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; J.D, Georgetown University
- Profession – Electrical engineer, Judge
- Political Experience – Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Naval Surface Warfare Center
- In office since – 2021
- Family – Married to Matt, 4 children
- Religious Affiliation – Catholic
- Chief Judge Kimberly Moore, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals
- By His Spirit
Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts. – Zechariah 4:6
Have you ever had a large task to accomplish that you were concerned you would not be able to complete by yourself? Or have you ever thought you had the power and capacity to do something, only to discover you had significantly overestimated your abilities? It appears to be basic human nature to want to prove oneself through feats of strength or skill.
In the book of Zechariah, God’s people had just returned from their time in exile and were beginning construction to restore the temple. This was a daunting, seemingly hopeless task, as they encountered great challenges in their way. Many Jews had acclimated to life in exile and were unwilling to return from the comforts of Babylonia. This meant there were limited resources and energy. There was also serious political unrest in their homeland during this time, which resulted in continual leadership changes. But in the midst of this chaos, God spoke through the prophet Zechariah. He told His people that the temple would not be completed by their own abilities. Instead, it would be the Holy Spirit that would give them what they needed to rebuild.
This is still true today. Human strength can only go so far. However, everything the Lord desires human beings to accomplish can be done through the power of His Holy Spirit. Ask God to lead and empower you by His Spirit, so you may overcome the challenging circumstances you face today. Pray that those in authority in the U.S. would seek the Lord and that He would also bestow His Spirit on them, so that they have the strength they need to lead the country well.
Today’s Verse: Zechariah 4:6
Then he said to me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.
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: Philippians 4:4-13
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9 What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.
10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. 11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.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.
