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United We Stand July 4, 2026
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Capitol Hill Prayer Partners
P.O. Box 5152
Herndon, VA 20172-1970
chpp1994@gmail.com
Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary
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"Standing United Together....Under the Cross of Christ"
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> > > Please note below a message to CHPP from President Trump!
This is located at the end of this Special Edition, and can be found on our
website at: chpp1994@gmail.com
Thank you, President Trump!
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WASHINGTON DC EVENTS
Salute To America 250 Celebration & Fireworks
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Every generation gets one moment that they remember for the rest of their lives. In 2026, generations of Americans will look up at the sky and remember the incredible sights of the 250th anniversary. From the first flyby of the Moon since 1972 to July 4, 2026, yet another moment will arrive.
The capstone of America’s 250th anniversary brings hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Washington Monument grounds and surrounding areas for a full day of performances, flyovers, first time aerobatic demonstrations over DC, and a live broadcast evening program—culminating with the largest fireworks display in history.
What to Expect
- Daytime program with headline musical performances and military flyovers, beginning at 1 PM
- Evening live broadcast with the Joint Armed Forces Orchestra and national speakers starting at 7 PM
- 850,000 fireworks shells launched from 10 sites: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, 8 Potomac River barges, and West Potomac Park 11:30 PM
- Freedom 250 firework display, join us in person or via livestream!
For more information, visit the official Freedom250 website: GO HERE
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The Declaration of Independence
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"When in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of nature’s God entitles them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation."
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly, all experience hath shown that mankind are more disposed to suffer while evils are sufferable than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same object, evinces a design to reduce them under absolute despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such government and to provide new guards for their future security. Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former systems of governments. The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute tyranny over these States. To prove this, let facts be submitted to a candid world."
Read The entire Declaration of Independence: GO HERE (Wallbuilders)
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Christian Faith Quotes by Signers of the Declaration of Independence
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Below are statements by the Signers of the Declaration on Christian faith and the Bible:
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John Adams
"The Holy Ghost carries on the whole Christian system in His truth. Not a baptism, not a marriage, not a sacrament can be administered but by the Holy Ghost….There is no authority civil or religious – there can be no legitimate government – but what is administered by the Holy Ghost."
Samuel Adams
"I rely upon the merits of Jesus Christ for a pardon of all my sins."
"The name of the Lord (says the Scripture) is a strong tower; thither the righteous flee and are safe [Proverbs 18:10]. Let us secure His favor and He will lead us through the journey of this life and at length receive us to a better."
Benjamin Franklin
"As to Jesus of Nazareth, my opinion of whom you particularly desire, I think the system of morals and His religion as He left them to us, the best the world ever saw or is likely to see."
Read The entire list of prayers: GO HERE (Wallbuilders)
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George Washington's remarkable prayer for America still resonates 250 years later
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George Washington in prayer. A new exhibit is honoring America's 250th birthday. (Interim Archives/Getty Images)
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It is the quintessential imagery of a desperate man, drained of all earthly strength and power, who's come to the end of his own knowledge and wisdom. He takes a knee in humbleness to God.
This is the portrait of then-General George Washington at Valley Forge, praying for guidance when the fight for America's independence seemed lost.
The iconic painting, "Prayer at Valley Forge," was created 50 years ago by artist Arnold Friberg in honor of America's bicentennial. Now, it's the centerpiece of the Museum of the Bible's exhibit celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary.
Carlos Campo, Ph.D., CEO of the Museum of the Bible, says, "Washington is most powerful on his knees. That's what he knows, because he is bowing to a greater power who can infuse him with true leadership."
The image is a snapshot of "a man carrying a burden that feels too heavy to bear — and the quiet place he goes when everything is on the line." It takes place during the brutal winter of 1777-1778.
America's founders had already declared a break from Great Britain's rule on July 4, 1776.
Now, the "fragile army" of colonists needs to fight to secure it. Washington is their leader. But America at this juncture is more a dream than solid reality.
Washington's soldiers are freezing in the harsh snow and cold. Many of them are without shoes or warm clothing. (Fox News) Read More
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A Message from President Trump
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Dear CHPP friends,
Please find below a message I received this week from President Trump and our First Lady, Melania Trump.
I must admit that I was amazed when I opened the envelope and found this greeting inside!
This card was mailed to me at my home address in Herndon, Virginia . . . and although CHPP was not mentioned on the envelope or in the message, below, I do believe that these words were meant for ALL of us to see. Hence, I now share the President's words with all of you, too, who have been engaged for many years in our amazing prayer network.
God bless you all, and Happy 250th 4th of July!
Sara Ballenger
President
Capitol Hill Prayer Partners
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We send our best wishes as the United States celebrates the grandest and most glorious milestone in the history of our country: 250 years of American independence.
For two and a half centuries, the burning flame of liberty lit on July 4, 1776, has been passed down from one generation to the next, and it is patriots like you who have carried it to heights that our Founding Fathers never dreamed. During this historic year, we remain confident that the triumph of the American Spirit will shine brighter than ever before.
May Almighty God bless you, and may He continue to bless the United States of America.
Donald Trump Melania Trump
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American Patriotic Song: My Country Tis of Thee
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About Capitol Hill Prayer Partners
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Our Mission Statement
Capitol Hill Prayer Partners (CHPP) is a ministry which is dedicated to equipping members of the Body of Christ to “pray for those in authority over us” [see I Tim. 2:1-2] in our legislative branch of government. Our primary purpose is to offer intercession for the members of Congress and their staffs each day that the Senate and the House of Representatives are in session; and our chief prayer focus is that God’s “will be done in earth, as it is in heaven” [see Matthew 6:10]. In addition, all of our prayers are anchored in Scripture, because it is written that “So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.” [Isaiah 55:11]
As we intercede for each of the 435 members of the House of Representatives and the 100 members of the Senate, our heartcry is that our God would touch each heart, drawing them to Himself in salvation. Praise God for his mighty power in the hearts of men!
Because Jesus Christ has shed His blood for all, we too, pray for ALL, in a nonpartisan manner. Moreover, because the scriptures indicate that “the effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much” [James 5:16b], we are confident that fervent prayer offered in the halls of the highest chambers of government in our land will avail much for America. Capitol Hill Prayer Partners welcomes those who feel called to join us and engage in this strategic work of intercession for our nation: “For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.” [Romans 13:1b]
Finally, we also wish to honor the several other ministries that now stand in the nation’s capital, covering the other two branches of our government. We stand united, as “one tribe,” for it is written that: For the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our Lawgiver, the LORD is our King; he will save us” [Isaiah 33:22]. In addition, we pray daily “for the peace of Jerusalem” [Ps. 122:6a] and publish news from Israel on our daily reports.
Capitol Hill Prayer Partners is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt ministry. Friends may participate either directly on this website or by subscribing for our daily prayer alerts (The Daily Brief) or our Legislative Snapshots.
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Capitol Hill Prayer Partners (CHPP) is a 501(c)(3), tax- exempt, faith-based, ministry, dedicated to praying for our leaders (1 Tim. 2:1-4). CHPP relies solely on the gifts of our readers to continue this work; thus we greatly appreciate your help in supporting this publication. Offerings may be sent to: Capitol Hill Prayer Partners, P.O. Box 5152, Herndon, VA 20172-1970. Please make checks payable to: CHPP. THANK YOU!
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