FRANKFORT, Ky. – Gov. Steve Beshear today signed a proclamation declaring May 1 as Day of Prayer in Kentucky.

“My faith has always played a major role in my life,” said Gov. Beshear. “This Day of Prayer provides a meaningful opportunity for Kentuckians of all faiths to give thanks for our blessings and to ask for guidance, strength and inspiration.”

The purpose of the Day of Prayer is to encourage all Kentuckians to pray for direction and wisdom, to give thanks for the blessings bestowed upon the commonwealth and to ask for protection, courage and grace on behalf of military men and women and local, state and national leaders.

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