Trump Calls America Back to God and Announces Massive National Prayer Rally on the Mall

Trump Declares America One Nation Under God, Announces May 17 Rededicate 250 National Prayer Event

President Donald Trump has made the boldest declaration of Christian faith by a sitting president in modern history, announcing a massive national gathering on the National Mall on May 17, 2026 to "pray, to give thanks and rededicate America as one nation under God" for the country's 250th anniversary.

Speaking at the 74th National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C., Trump declared what many believers have felt in their churches and communities: "You just can't have a great country if you don't have religion. You have to believe in something." The announcement of the "Rededicate 250" event drew raucous applause from the assembled faith leaders and lawmakers.

President Trump Says Christianity is Surging Across America

Trump backed his words with numbers. He cited statistics showing that more Bible copies have been sold in the United States recently than "at any time in the last 100 years." He also claimed that young Americans are now attending church at nearly double the rate compared to four years ago.

During his 2026 State of the Union address, Trump went further: "I'm very proud to say that during my time in office, both the first four years and in particular this last year, there has been a tremendous renewal in religion, faith, Christianity and belief in God." He called on all Americans to "come together to reaffirm that America is one nation under God."

Trump also drew a stark line between faith and politics, stating that Democratic leaders were "opposed to God" and questioning how people of faith could support them. While some commentators like Eric Metaxas questioned the speech's combative tone at a prayer event, the core message was unmistakable: this administration is planting its flag firmly on the side of Christian faith and heritage.

The Crusader's Opinion

For decades, Christians in America have watched their faith pushed out of public life, mocked in media, and treated as an embarrassment by political leaders. Now the President of the United States is standing on the world stage and calling America back to God. Say what you will about the man, but no president in living memory has spoken this boldly about Christianity. The "Rededicate 250" event on May 17 is a historic moment. Every Christian in America should be paying attention. If we truly believe we are one nation under God, now is the time to show up and prove it.

Take Action

• Attend: Mark your calendar for May 17, 2026 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. for the Rededicate 250 national prayer gathering
• Visit: WhiteHouse.gov America Prays for official event details
• Share: Post this article and tell your church community: "The President just invited all of America to pray on the National Mall. Will you be there?"
• Pray: Start praying now for spiritual revival across America as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary
• Organize: Talk to your pastor about organizing a church trip to the May 17 event or hosting a local watch party