President Donald Trump was said to have called for a national day of prayer with the leaders of the Christian community in the Oval Office which took place last Sunday September 3rd 2017.
“From the beginning of our nation, Americans have joined together in prayer during times of great need to ask for God’s blessing and God’s guidance
When we look across Texas and Louisiana, we see the American spirit of service embodied by countless men and women.”
According to White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders, he also pledged $1 million of his personal money to help victims in Texas and Louisiana
“The president is pledging a million dollars of personal money to help.”
President Trump urged all Americans to join in the prayers for those who had lost family members.
“We invite all Americans to join us as we continue to pray for those who have lost family members and friends, and for those who are suffering from this great crisis.
After the president finished reading the proclamation, he invited Pastor Robert Jeffress of First Baptist Church Dallas to lead them in prayer.