Very interesting history. Thank you for sharing.
Dearest Lord, we join together and celebrate the beauty and intelligence of Your creation. You are an amazing God!
We grieve for those who worship the creation rather than the Creator. Their hearts do not know the joy and peace which comes from knowing the Almighty.
We pray for those who resist You. May their hearts be softened before it is too late.
We thank You for our blessings and our tribulations. Give us opportunity and wisdom to share the Good News, that Jesus is our only hope. We pray in His name. Amen