Monica Mott, pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Welsh, prays for local schools and educators Wednesday during the annual National Day of Prayer observance at Veteran's Park in Welsh. Faith leaders shared words of hope and inspiration for our country and fellow citizens.

Brennan Freeland, youth minister for the Greyhound Youth Ministry, leads a prayer for area businesses and business owners Wednesday during the annual National Day of Prayer observance at Veteran's Park in Welsh. Freeland prayed for challenging times facing local businesses. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

Local spiritual and church leaders bow their heads in prayer Wednesday during a National Day of Prayer observance at Veteran's Park in Welsh. The group joined millions across the nation in praying for the nation, its leaders and families.

Clyde Daigle, lay minister of the First United Methodist Church of Welsh, prays for area churches Wednesday during the National Day of Prayer observance at Veteran's Park in Welsh. People of many different faiths united in prayer for the community, the state and the nation.

Local residents and community leaders united in praise and prayer Wednesday during the annual National Day of Prayer observance at Veteran's Park in Welsh. The group prayed for area churches, education, media, government leaders, businesses, the military and families.