By AFRO Staff

Prayer warriors across the country came together for the National Day of Prayer, which took place on May 4. The event encouraged people to worship with friends and strangers alike in churches, synagogues and public spaces. In Baltimore, rabbis, pastors and members of the faith community enjoyed live music, prayer and performances at the War Memorial across from City Hall. 

  • Chaplain Laverne Murray and Monica Torres arrive to pray with residents from a variety of religious backgrounds.
  • Bishop Angel L. Nunez, senior pastor of the Bilingual Christian Church of Baltimore, has been in ministry for more than 40 years.
  • Pastor Saundra Holley and Bishop Keith Holley, of Shekinah Temple of Christ, sing praises during the National Day of Prayer event.
  • Members of the faith community came together on May 4 to pray for Baltimore City and the challenges facing the city and the nation as a whole.
  • Members of the faith community pray for Baltimore City and challenges facing the city and the nation as a whole on the National Day of Prayer.
  • Members of the faith community pray for Baltimore City and challenges facing the city and the nation as a whole on the National Day of Prayer.