MPs lead Kenya in prayer, amid calls for unity, national renewal and Gen Z support

Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi
Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Members of Parliament from both the National Assembly and the Senate took centre stage at this year's 22nd National Prayer Breakfast, leading Kenyans in interceding for the country. 

The event attended by His Excellency President Dr. William Ruto, Deputy President, Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Speakers of both Houses of Parliament among other leaders, featured messages of repentance, unity and hope.

The National Prayer Breakfast Organizing Committee Chairperson and Ainabkoi MP. Hon. Samuel Chepkonga, urged all Kenyans to turn to Christ for divine intervention.

“Jesus is the greatest Saviour, and we are the greatest sinners. We must at all times have great faith in the great Saviour,” said Hon. Chepkonga.

Hon. Beatrice Elachi ( Dagoretti North) delivered a solemn and heartfelt prayer in which she acknowledged the shortcomings of parents in raising disciplined children.

In her prayer, she asked for forgiveness on behalf of parents who, she said, have granted their children excessive freedom, which has contributed to acts of rebellion. She also referred to a Bible verse highlighting the importance of discipline in parenting.

Kericho County MP, Hon. Beatrice Kemei, invoked Psalms 127:3–5, interceding for parents and children across the country asking God for provision, renewal, peace and self-control.

Other lawmakers who prayed for the nation at the event included Senator Veronica Maina (Nominated), Masinga MP Hon. Joshua Mwalyo.

The Guest Speaker, former NFL star-turned-pastor Dr. Rickey Bolden, delivered a powerful message urging leaders to support and embrace GenZ.

“A Gen Z’s greatest frustration? Being grown and still treated like a child. We must let them stand tall,” said Dr. Bolden.

National Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Masika Wetang'ula, E.G.H,MP , called on Kenyans to remain steadfast in faith and national service.

"With faith, unity and humility, we can rebuild our nation not with stones alone, but with truth, justice, and compassion,” said Speaker Wetangula.

Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki emphasized the spiritual and civic importance of the National Prayer Breakfast.

“This National Prayer Breakfast is more than tradition. It is a sacred space to celebrate progress, recognize sacrifice, and confront our national challenges with grace. May we return to our homes encouraged and renewed,” he said.

President Dr. William Samoei Ruto acknowledged the collective efforts from all Kenyans in advancing national development.

“This progress has not come from one person, but from the collective effort of leaders, health workers, MPs, and citizens. Like in Nehemiah’s day, we are rebuilding with one hand and defending progress with the other,” said President Ruto.

In his closing remarks, the Senate Speaker Rt. Hon Amason Jeffah Kingi EGH called on all Kenyans to play an active role in rebuilding the country, noting that national development requires concerted efforts.

“The President alone cannot rebuild the country. We all have a responsibility,” Speaker Kingi said.