Congress established the National Day of Prayer in 1952. On Thursday, May 6, the City of Independence, local churches, schools, and other organizations will mark the day with various activities. Here is a list of prayer services:
7 AM
Independence High School/Middle School Flag Pole
600l Archwood Rd., Independence
Leader: Jim Eller, Campus Life Director
440-840-0499
10 AM
Cornerstone of Hope Center
5905 Brecksville Rd., Independence
Leader: Julia Ellifritt
216-524-3787
NOON
Church bells will ring to remind all of us to stop and pray.
5:30 PM
Memorial on Public Square (next to the Old Town Hall)
6652 Brecksville Rd., Independence
Theme: Prayer for Essential Workers, Health Care Workers, First Responders, and the Military
Leader: Pastor Michele Thompson, Rockside Church
216-650-6780
7 PM
Rockside Church
4100 Rockside Rd., Independence
Leader: Pastor Michele Thompson
216-650-6780