Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata participated in the 74th National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C., on Thursday. She joined the bipartisan House of Representatives Choir for the opening singing.
“In American Samoa we believe in the power of prayer and we are blessed with a strong and beautiful tradition of faith,” said Congresswoman Amata. “Scripture invites us to pray for our leaders in order for them to make wise decisions for the flourishing of our people, as well as to express our grateful hearts for all of God’s goodness.”
The National Prayer Breakfast is an annual event that began receiving national attention in 1953 when President Eisenhower attended at the suggestion of evangelist Billy Graham. Since then, presidents from both major parties have continued to attend. This year, President Trump was present and delivered remarks.
The event was co-chaired by Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) and Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA), and organized by the National Prayer Breakfast Foundation. The Foundation promotes “the spirit of love and reconciliation as Jesus of Nazareth taught 2,000 years ago.” Its chairman is J.C. Watts, who previously employed Congresswoman Amata during his time in Congress.
Each year, prayers are led by clergy and others who offer thanks and pray for national leaders, wisdom in decision-making, peace, and protection for Service Members.
“I’ve enjoyed attending the National Prayer Breakfast most of the years that I’ve been in Congress,” continued Aumua Amata. “It’s a good reminder of what is most important about public service.”
