Hands and spirits join together for national day of prayer









MOMENT OF QUIET—At left, Karen King of Somis prays during the 61st National Day of Prayer at Constitution Park in Camarillo on May 3. Hundreds gathered to take part in the spiritual event celebrated nationwide during which congregations gather to pray together for the safety of police officers, elected officials, students, teachers and others throughout the community. Above, Carri Jimenez, left, and Edward McDevitt of Camarillo listen to Carl Melhorn, Camarillo Chamber of Commerce’s Educator of the Year, speak during the outdoor event.

MOMENT OF QUIET—At left, Karen King of Somis prays during the 61st National Day of Prayer at Constitution Park in Camarillo on May 3. Hundreds gathered to take part in the spiritual event celebrated nationwide during which congregations gather to pray together for the safety of police officers, elected officials, students, teachers and others throughout the community. Above, Carri Jimenez, left, and Edward McDevitt of Camarillo listen to Carl Melhorn, Camarillo Chamber of Commerce’s Educator of the Year, speak during the outdoor event.