Senate Resolution 7003, sponsored by Senator Mark Pody, recognizes PRAY Nashville, a citywide initiative that unites leaders, pastors, and intercessors from diverse backgrounds and denominations to promote unified prayer for the Greater Nashville area. The mission of PRAY Nashville is inspired by the biblical model of Gatekeepers from the book of Nehemiah, aiming to create a protective and blessing-filled environment through collective prayer. The resolution highlights the importance of prayer in fostering peace and prosperity within the community, encouraging participants to commit to praying for their neighborhoods and the city.
The resolution also lists numerous local leaders involved in the PRAY Nashville movement, emphasizing the broad support and participation from various sectors of the community. It calls on each Gatekeeper to dedicate one hour per week to prayer, alongside a shared one-minute prayer, starting on September 11, 2023. The Senate expresses its support for this initiative, recognizing the efforts of these leaders to inspire and uplift the Greater Nashville community through prayer.