President Hosts National Day of Prayer at White House, Says Violence Against People of Faith ‘Must End Now’

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President Trump and First Lady Melania hosted a National Day of Prayer dinner at the White House Wednesday evening. Trump addressed the recent terror events and the importance of prayer for guidance. Close to 100 people attended the event, including Stream founder James Robison.

Trump welcomed people of many faiths. Christians, Muslims, Jews, Sikhs and Hindus were present. “Tonight we break bread together united by our love of God, and we renew our resolve to protect the sacred freedom of religion — all of us.”

Violence Against People of Faith

He also spoke about recent violent events. “All of us in this room send our love and prayers to the Jewish Americans wounded at the Chabad of Poway shooting in California, and our hearts break for the life of Laurie Gilbert-Kaye who was so wickedly taken from us.” Continue reading…