75th National Day of Prayer Celebration Set Thursday at Rockledge Civic Hub for Evening of Unity, Faith and Hope

By Steve Wilson // May 7, 2026

designed to bring together residents from all walks of life for a powerful evening of unity, faith and hope

The City of Rockledge will host a Community Evening of Prayer for the 75th National Day of Prayer at the Rockledge Civic Hub, 1600 Huntington Lane, on Thursday. This observance, which starts at 6:30 p.m., is designed to bring together residents from all walks of life for a powerful evening of unity, faith, and hope.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The City of Rockledge will host a Community Evening of Prayer for the 75th National Day of Prayer at the Rockledge Civic Hub, 1600 Huntington Lane in Rockledge, on Thursday, May 7.

This Brevard County observance, which starts at 6:30 p.m., is designed to bring together residents from all walks of life for a powerful evening of unity, faith, and hope.

The theme for the 2026 National Day of Prayer is “Glorify God Among the Nations, Seeking Him in All Generations,” rooted in the biblical passage 1 Chronicles 16:24: “Tell of His glory among the nations, His wonderful deeds among all the peoples.”

This year’s focus is particularly significant as it coincides with the 250th anniversary of the United States. Organizers emphasize that the event is designed to bridge age groups and backgrounds, encouraging the community to lift their voices together for their city, families, and future.

The Rockledge gathering is a free, inclusive community event.

Space Coast leaders and residents will stand together to pray for various “spheres of influence.”

Dr. R. Shaun Ferguson, Rockledge City Councilman and Senior Pastor of Faith Temple Christian Center, called this “more than just an event—it’s a moment for our community to stand together in faith. The City of Rockledge will host a Community Evening of Prayer for the 75th National Day of Prayer at the Rockledge Civic Hub.

“This is more than just an event—it’s a moment for our community to stand together in faith,” said Dr. R. Shaun Ferguson, Rockledge City Councilman and Senior Pastor of Faith Temple Christian Center.

“We are answering the call to glorify God among the nations and to seek Him across every generation. I invite everyone—regardless of background—to come and be part of this powerful time of prayer for our city, our families, and our future.”

The National Day of Prayer was established in 1952 by a joint resolution of Congress and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman.

In 1988, President Ronald Reagan amended the law to permanently designate the first Thursday of May for this observance.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Steve Wilson moved to Brevard County in 1984 and has been a partner, along with Orville Susong, for the past 25 years with the Friday Night Locker Room, a broadcasting team that covers and reports on a wide variety of local events significant to the residents of the Space Coast and beyond. Their mission is to promote youth sports and the space industry, support first responders and law enforcement personnel, and showcase community and charitable events that are produced by our nonprofit partners in central Florida.

Steve Wilson was born in DeRidder, Louisiana, and grew up in both New Orleans and Macon, Georgia. He moved to Brevard County in 1984 and retired from local government as the Community Advocate/Assistant to the City Manager with the City of Rockledge in 2018.

Among the awards and accolades Steve has received over the years are 15 + year Rockledge Little League volunteer, Brevard Public School Jefferson Award Recipient, Rockledge High School Raider Booster Award 2001, 2006, City of Rockledge Employee of the Year 2006, Rockledge Kiwanian of the Year 2006-2007, City of Rockledge Quality Public Service Award 2008, 2012, 2017, Rockledge Kiwanis Citizen of the Year 2012-2013, Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame – Sportscasting 2015, Rockledge High School Leadership and Service Award 2016, Central Florida Humanitarian Award 2017, Space Coast Inspiration Award – 2018, Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame – Lifetime Achievement – 2020, Ecofest Achievement Award – 2022, Quality Floridian Award – 2022, presented by U.S. Congressman Bill Posey, Florida House District 32 Constituent of the Week 4/20/25.

Wilson is especially proud of his chairing two fundraisers in support of pediatric cancer research through the St. Baldrick’s Foundation in honor of Merritt Island resident Julie Spurlock that raised over $25,000.00.

He has been a partner, along with Orville Susong, for the past 26 years with the Friday Night Locker Room, a broadcasting team that covers and reports on a wide variety of local events significant to the residents of the Space Coast and beyond. Their mission is to promote youth sports, support first responders and law enforcement personnel, and showcase community and charitable events that are produced by our nonprofit partners in central Florida.

The Friday Night Locker Room has awarded hundreds of sports achievement plaques to Brevard County student-athletes over the years. They have also awarded more than $18,000 in academic scholarships to Brevard County high school seniors.