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United We Stand January 20, 2025
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Inauguration 2025 Schedule
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The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee, National Park Service, Washington D.C. tourism department and the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies have laid out a general schedule of the weekend, though not every event has a specific start time or location. All times provided are in ET.
(Please note: we are only publishing the events for today and for tomorrow.)
Monday, Jan. 20: Inauguration Day
- 5 a.m.: Security screening opens at the National Mall
- Before the day's ceremonies, an open, non-partisan service will be held at the St. John’s Episcopal Church in downtown D.C. After that, Donald and Melania Trump are set to head to the White House for tea with President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. Traditionally, the sitting president then escorts the incoming president to the Capitol.
- Around 9:30 a.m.: Live music, including Carrie Underwood's performance of "America the Beautiful," and opening remarkswill begin on the West Lawn of the Capitol building.
- Those with tickets should arrive by 11:30 a.m.
- 12 p.m.: In line with the Constitution's assertion that the transfer of power happens at exactly noon on Jan. 20, Trump will take the presidential oath during the swearing-in ceremony.
- The swearing-in ceremony is traditionally when the new president also delivers their inaugural address.
- A little after 12 p.m.: The official farewell and ceremonial departure of the former president and vice president. Typically, they leave in a helicopter.
- Then comes the president’s signing room ceremony, during which the president, accompanied by aides and members of Congress, heads to the president’s room off of the Senate chamber and signs nominations, memorandums, proclamations, or executive orders.
- Next is the JCCIC congressional luncheon at the Capitol's Statuary Hall, which is attended by the president and vice president and their guests, Senate leaders and members of JCCIC.
- After lunch, the new president and vice president head to the east front steps of the Capitol for the president's review of the military troops.
- 3 p.m.: The presidential parade will kick off on Pennsylvania Avenue and proceed to the White House. The procession includes ceremonial military regiments, citizens’ groups, marching bands and floats.
- After this, Trump returns to to the White House for the Oval Office signing ceremony where performs an inaugural singing.
- Finally, Trump will attend and deliver remarks at three separate balls: the Commander in Chief Ball, the Liberty Inaugural Ball and the Starlight Ball.
Tuesday, Jan. 21
- Father God, we cover every inch of these events in the precious Blood of Jesus; and we ask that all will be accomplished according to Your will and according to the mandate of the United States Constitution. Amen.
- "And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death." (Revelation 12:11)
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The Ceremony
(Inside the Capitol Rotunda)
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THE WORDS TO THE OATH OF OFFICE:
Chief Justice John Roberts will administer the Oath of Office to President Trump at noon
on Monday, January 20th, inside the Capitol Rotunda. Here are th words of that oath:
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“I, (name), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.”
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Trump to be sworn in on Bible given to him by his mother, and the Lincoln Bible
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President-elect Donald Trump will have his hand on two Bibles during his swearing-in ceremony on Monday, the culmination of the 60th Presidential Inauguration.
Trump will use his Bible, given to him by his mother in 1955, to "mark his Sunday Church Primary School graduation at First Presbyterian Church, in Jamaica, New York," a press release from his inaugural committee states.
In addition to the sentimental Bible, the Lincoln Bible, first used in 1861 to swear-in the 16th U.S. president, will be used. (Fox News) Read more here.
(Note from the editor: this photo was taken eight years ago, which is why Baron looks so short! However, these are the same Bibles that Melania will hold today at noon, inside the Capitol Rotunda. Thank you for praying for the 47th President of the United States of America!
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Our local news stations are reporting that on Sunday, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser swore in an additional 4,000 officers to join our local police in securing all the Inauguaral events that will take place here the next two days.
In her remarks, Mayor Bowser thanked these officers, who came here from all across the country, for their selfless devotion to come to our nation's capitol in order to protect the President and all who will attend these events.
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Virginia's Governor Youngkin Welcomes President Trump to Virginia
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We have good news for all of our readers!
In addition to the thousands of intercessors who have now poured into our city,
covering DC in on-site prayer, our Lord gave us a suprise late last week, when we
noted that the first official event of Inauguration Week was scheduled to take place
right here in northern Virginia at the Trump National Golf Course!
So we deployed "two of our own" to also cover that site in prayer, too. Praise God!
Shown above: Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin welcoming President Trump to the State of Virginia.
Shown below: President and Mrs. Trump enjoying the fireworks display, launched at the Golf Course, to usher in a week of inaugural festivities.
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In Israel: Three Israeli hostages released by Hamas in good health
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Three Israeli hostages were released to the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) on Sunday following a ceasefire deal between Israel and the militant group Hamas.
The three freed hostages, Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher and Emily Damari, were released by Hamas to the IDF on Sunday, the military announced on X. The trio entered Israeli territory soon after, where they received medical treatment and evaluation.
Israel is expected to release around 90 Palestinian prisoners on Sunday through a deal announced by President Biden earlier this week.
The freed hostages were reportedly in good health, according to the Red Cross, who helped facilitate the exchange, according to the IDF.
In October 2023, Romi Gonen, 24, was kidnapped from the Nova music festival, and Emily Damari, 28, and Doron Steinbrecher, 31, were kidnapped from Kibbutz Kfar Aza.
Their release comes amid the ceasefire in Gaza, which took effect early Sunday. It is the first step in ultimately ending the conflict and returning nearly 100 hostages abducted in Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023 attack. (The Hill) Read more here.
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USA Today’s information on the terms of the hostage deal
What are the terms of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal?
The deal is expected to unfold in three stages.
The first stage, due to take place over the next six weeks, would see 33 hostages released in small groups at regular intervals in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli prisons. During this time, Israeli troops would withdraw from populated areas of Gaza.
Negotiations for the second phase, when more hostages and prisoners will be released and the war would end, are due to begin in early February − sixteen days after the implementation of the first stage. The third phase involves Gaza's reconstruction and the return of any remaining deceased hostages, a process that could take years. (Read more)
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Hostage release plan finalized: 33 hostages to be freed in initial phase - Jerusalem Post
After months of intense negotiations, Israel is set to implement the first phase of a hostage release agreement on Sunday, January 19, 2025. This initial phase will see the release of 33 hostages over 42 days. The hostages include women, children, elderly individuals, and those with urgent medical needs.
The initial phase begins with the release of three hostages on January 19. Each week, additional hostages will be freed, with a focus on women and children. The final group in this phase is expected to include long-term captives Avera Mengistu and Hisham al-Sayed.
Terms of the agreement
The deal includes the controversial release of approximately 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, including 200 described as having “blood on their hands.” Additional terms involve increased humanitarian aid to Gaza and a phased withdrawal of IDF troops from key positions. (Read more here)
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Ben-Gvir: 'If deal is approved Otzma Yehudit will leave government' - Israel National News
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announced on Thursday that if the hostage deal with Hamas is approved by the Cabinet, he and his party will resign from the government.
"The deal that is being formed is reckless," Ben-Gvir opened.
"When you see the jubilation of the Hamas supporter (MK) Ayman Odeh, the dancing in Gaza, and the celebrations in the villages of Judea and Samaria - you understand which side is surrendering in this deal. Therefore, if this reckless deal is approved and implemented, the Otzma Yehudit party will not be part of the government and will leave it," the Minister declared.
He added: "I call on the members of the Religious Zionist party as well as the idealistic MKs in the Likud to act similarly, and together with us to prevent the implementation of this reckless surrender deal."(Read more)
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Father, we thank You for the release of the three women as of Sunday morning. But we also ask that this deal move forward more quickly, bringing home every hostage and doing so without harm to Israel. This deal calls for the release of 150 Palestinians convicted of murder/terrorism, etc. We pray especially that You will protect Israel and the US from any and all plans of the enemy to harm either nation.
“But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one.” (2 Thessalonians 3:3)
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Please plan on joining us tonight for our National Call.
Our topics are; Today's Inauguration; a report from the Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast, which was held last week at Mar-a-Lago; an update on the hostage negotiations in Israel, AND an opportunity to speak words of BLESSING over our new President!
Our conference number is: 717-908-1834.
Our CORRECT access code is: 596968#
Time to begin: 8:00 p.m. EST
WELCOME EVERYONE!
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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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