Transforming lives with Good News in the Nation’s Capital

Covering the Capital: America Rededicated

May 19, 2026

Thousands of Christians from across the country united on the National Mall yesterday in our nation’s capital to rededicate America to God. We were privileged to attend and be inspired by the many pastors, musicians, and leaders who came to exalt the name of the Lord and celebrate the founding of our nation.

Organized by Freedom 250, the historic “Rededicate 250” gathering was held May 17. Just before the birth of our nation, the Continental Congress declared May 17, 1776, a national day of “fasting, humiliation, and prayer.”

Sunday’s gathering was focused on these three pillars:

  • The Miracles that Made Us

  • The Miracles Still in Our Midst

  • A New Birth of Faith and Freedom

Faith & Liberty is committed to ministering on Capitol Hill through prayer and worship, Bible studies and fellowship, pastoral care and discipleship. Through your active support, Faith & Liberty is standing for faith, freedom, and the family in this 250th year of America’s founding. Would you prayerfully consider giving today to support this vital ministry? We appreciate your prayers and gifts to help the Faith & Liberty team thrive as your missionaries in our nation's capital.

House Speaker Mike Johnson reflected on the “courage and conviction” of the “56 patriots” who signed the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago, and he boldly rededicated our nation to God.

We were thankful, too, that life was also a theme of the Speaker’s presentation. He said: “Our founders acknowledged and boldly proclaimed the self-evident truth that every single person is created in your image, and that we are endowed by you, our creator, with our unalienable rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”

Speaker Lou Engle also called on everyone present to kneel and repent over the sins of our nation in this “hinge of history moment.” Dutch Sheets, who accompanied Lou Engle, concluded by “saying You are extending Your hand of mercy to this nation. Millions of prayers have been prayed today and for the past 34 years. You have accepted those prayers, and we say today is breakthrough day. Today is reconnection day. Today is re-covenant day. Today is the day that the outpouring of Your Spirit begins in our nation. We declare a new beginning for America in the mighty name of Jesus.” 


We encourage you to watch the event if you were not able to tune in Sunday.

This past week was also special to Faith & Liberty as our beloved friend and sister in the Lord, Peggy Nienaber, was honored. Wednesday, we attended She Leads D.C. — The Crystal Tea, where Peggy was among several distinguished women and leaders in Congress who were honored with a special award. Faith & Liberty’s Patty Bills, who is Peggy’s twin, accepted the award honoring Peggy. This event also launched She Leads D.C., which was appropriate as Peggy was also a She Leads director along with her role as Faith & Liberty’s senior vice president.

We thank you for your prayers and financial support of the ministry of Faith & Liberty. You may live far from Washington, but you are certainly a valuable member of our mission team here on Capitol Hill!

Your missionaries in Washington, D.C.,

Faith & Liberty team

While many of you are the bedrock of Faith & Liberty because of your faithful prayers and financial support, others may wish to give today for the first time or give a gift beyond your regular donations. Thank you for considering the impactful ministry of Faith & Liberty in our nation’s capital. Please also ask the Lord if He would have you become one of our vitally important monthly contributors. Sign up for monthly giving on our website using the SUPPORT YOUR MISSIONARIES button below and select the option, “I would like to make this a recurring donation.” If you prefer to call, please ask for Patty Bills at the Faith & Liberty office at 202-737-1776, and she will gladly assist you. You truly are an important part of our ministry, and we thank you!

MINISTRY RECAP
  • As noted above, we attended the She Leads D.C. — The Crystal Tea where our friends honored several distinguished ladies and leaders in Congress, and recognized Peggy Nienaber’s faithful work with an honorarium award.

  • On Friday, May 15, we were blessed to have a group of intercessors from Liberty Counsel ministries who came to pray for the Faith & Liberty team and ministry on Capitol Hill.
  • Last Saturday, prior to the Rededicate 250 gathering on the National Mall, we participated in an evening of prayer and worship. There were multiple events around this historic gathering.
  • Faith & Liberty co-hosted a daylong fellowship and prayer gathering on Sunday, May 17, at the Ministry Center with the Judicial Action Group as part of the Rededicate America to God initiative.

  • E.J. Kimball, director of Christian Engagement and senior advisor for the Combat Antisemitism Movement, is this month's speaker in the “Why Israel Lunch and Learn Series.” He will speak on “Why Israel Is Under Attack from the Left.” Faith & Liberty is co-hosting this special series with guest speakers at the Ministry Center.
  • Our Bible studies in the Ministry Center and in other locations continue strong. We pray that each one who attends takes the Word of God into their daily life and work in D.C.
  • You are invited to an America 250 intercessory prayer time every Saturday at our Ministry Center. Would you like to pray for our nation with others who believe in the power of prayer? If so, please contact Patty Bills at 202-737-1776 for more information and join us!

COMING SOON 

  • We will be taking part in the D.C. Prayer Breakfast this Thursday, May 21. The focus is on praying that God’s will is done in Washington, D.C.

  • Faith & Liberty is participating in monthly prayer webinars in support of the White House America Prays Initiative. During these webinars, we agree in prayer for our country, government, and policy makers and the many decisions our leaders must make.


CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PRAYER REQUEST

Faith & Liberty is making a difference because of the generous giving of wonderful friends like you who stand with us both in faithful prayer and financial support! Thank you for praying and giving as the Lord leads you!
Partner with Faith & Liberty as we anticipate the coming year packed with significant ministry opportunities!

Make a difference and partner with us now!

TAKE ACTION