Faith Leaders Convene at Washington Times Building for National Prayer

Bishop Ron Thomas of Las Vegas and Reverend Mark Abernathy of Atlanta spearheaded the prayer session, drawing participants from a wide array of traditions. The afternoon balanced solemn appeals with musical tributes, featuring performances by gospel legend T.L. Barrett, gospel star Wess Morgan, and Shinyuh Moon, the granddaughter of the Mother of Peace.

Former U.S. Representative Dan Burton and Paula White-Cain framed the event around the defense of religious freedom. "Religious liberty must belong to everyone, or eventually it will belong to no one," White-Cain told the audience. Former U.S. Ambassador Randy Evans echoed these sentiments, urging attendees to rely on faith when navigating contemporary societal challenges. The event also served as a milestone, marking the 50th anniversary of Reverend Sun Myung Moon’s 1976 Washington Monument rally. Family Federation USA President Reverend Demian Dunkley concluded the proceedings by framing the nation as a global beacon of hope, urging those in attendance to transcend denominational divisions in pursuit of peace.