Irondale mayor hosting 5th annual prayer breakfast
The event will take place at Church of the Highlands on 4700 Highlands Way in Irondale. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. with the program scheduled to begin at 7:45 a.m.
The breakfast brings together local pastors, community members, elected officials and more. Mayor Stewart will hold a keynote conversation with Anthony Ray Hinton, a community educator with the Equal Justice Initiative.
'We are honored to welcome Mr. Anthony Ray Hinton to Irondale for our 5th Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast,' said Mayor Stewart in a release for the event. 'His story is a testament to the power of hope and perseverance in the face of unimaginable adversity, and we believe his presence will uplift and inspire all who attend. National Day of Prayer is an opportunity for all of us to renew our commitment to praying for our community, serving neighbors in need, and making a difference in the lives of others.'
Those interested in attending can learn here.
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