The Rev. Doctor

Lloyd John Ogilvie, Chaplain of the United States Senate, has prepared

a prayer to be read (and hopefully prayed) at 12 noon, May 2, as part

of the events surrounding the National Day of Prayer. Fayette folks will

be observing the day with three primary events:

Grace Evangelical

Church annually and graciously hosts the Countywide Prayer Breakfast at

8 a.m. every year. A genuine attempt is made by Pastor Bruce Hebel and

his leadership to bring political, civic, and elected leaders together

for prayer. Difficult thing to do, but they do it very effectively. Anyone

can come, but they prefer reservations (770-487-0791).

But the young

people do one better on the adults by arising extra early for a 7 a.m.

Youth Prayer Rally at the fountain in downtown Fayetteville. At times,

more than 200 to 300 youth have gathered for this event and, yes, they

really pray. Actually makes one feel good about the future of our land.

The day is

topped off with a Countywide Prayer Gathering on the lawn of the Fayetteville

First Baptist Church, right near the old county courthouse. It starts

at 6:30 a.m. and concludes at 8 p.m. You are invited to bring your lawn

chairs and even a picnic supper while joining your neighbors in directed

prayer for the nation.

Now,