Pilgrims, Presidents, and Proclamations of Thanksgiving

Every American knows the basic origin story of Thanksgiving. English settlers known as the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock in December 1620. Half of their group died in the first winter. In the Spring, Squanto, a Christian Native American, taught the Pilgrims how to plant and grow corn. In the Fall of 1621, they had … Continued

Universities Call to ‘Decolonize’ Thanksgiving

Today is Thanksgiving, and Americans across the nation will celebrate with bountiful meals and family gatherings. However, while many are celebrating, educators and schools are lamenting, pushing to “decolonize” the holiday. Visit your state page to pray.   From Fox News: As families across the U.S. gather on Thanksgiving to celebrate one of the nation’s … Continued

This Thanksgiving, Dinner Prices Are Down

As the nation prepares for Thanksgiving, those preparing meals for their families may find themselves spending less money. According to figures recently released by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), holiday dinners are down by 5% from 2024. Who is praying on the wall?   From The Epoch Times: The farm group’s 40th annual survey, … Continued

Tomczak: Suggestions for Harmonious Holiday Gatherings

The satirical Babylon Bee has a hilarious holiday video worth viewing. Let’s be honest, your upcoming holiday get-togethers have potential for wonderful memory-making or some weird occurrences that’ll make you wonder how you ever got into such a mess! God may have some surprises ahead with a cantankerous uncle, curmudgeon senior, or an unexpected boy/girlfriend … Continued

The Real Story of Thanksgiving

By Rev. David Mathis Come Thanksgiving Day each year, many of us give the nod to Pilgrims and Indians and talk of making ready for a harsh first Winter in the New World. But for the Christian, the deepest roots of our thanksgiving go back to the Old World, way back before the Pilgrims, to … Continued

Why are you thankful?

Enjoy these statements of heartfelt thanks from your fellow intercessors… I am so Thankful that God has placed the man (Donald Trump) He wanted in office. Thank you, Lord for protecting your son Donald Trump and his family.–Terri I am thankful. —Colleen I am thankful that my list of things for which I am thankful … Continued

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