Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 2025
1. Purpose
To declare May 26, 2025, as a day for prayer for permanent peace while honoring the sacrifices of America's fallen heroes.
2. Key Actions And Directives
- Prayer Unification: Citizens are encouraged to unite in prayer at 11:00 a.m. local time on Memorial Day.
- Flag Display: The flag should be flown at half-staff until noon on Memorial Day and citizens should display the flag at half-staff during the customary forenoon period.
- National Moment of Remembrance: All Americans should observe a moment of remembrance at 3:00 p.m. local time.
3. Important Points
- Honor for Gold Star Families: The proclamation recognizes the grief of Gold Star Families and thanks them for their sacrifices.
- Historical Context: Memorial Day was formalized by a joint resolution from Congress approved May 11, 1950.
- Commemoration of Service: Memorial Day serves to honor those who have died in military service to the nation.
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