Missouri – Missourians from across the state are being invited to come to Jefferson City early next year for the 2026 Governor’s Prayer Breakfast. This is an annual event that focuses on faith, reflection, and public service. The event will be held at the Capitol Plaza Hotel and Convention Center, which is just a few streets from the State Capitol. Governor Mike Kehoe and First Lady Claudia Kehoe will attend the event.
The prayer breakfast will happen at the start of Missouri’s 2026 legislative session. This is a long-standing tradition that brings together elected officials, community leaders, and residents to think about their common values before lawmakers get to work for the year. Anyone can come to the event, and the media will be able to cover it.
The theme for this year is “One Nation Under God.” It is meant to stress the importance of faith and service in leading both state and national governments. The organizers said that the program will focus on togetherness, contemplation, and responsibility, giving people a chance to think about the values that guide public life in Missouri.
At 7:10 a.m., guests will be admitted, and breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. There will be prayer, music, and a keynote speech as part of the event. The ceremony is set to stop at 9 a.m., so people may go on with their day at the Capitol and across the city.
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The Missouri Governor’s Prayer Breakfast is a faith-based gathering that has been held annually for years. Its goal is to provide people a place to pray and think about what they should do next, as state leaders get ready to make decisions that will effect communities throughout Missouri. The event is all about faith, but it is also meant to be open and accepting to those from all walks of life who want to take part.
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The Kehoes are keeping the tradition of holding the breakfast near the seat of state government by hosting it in Jefferson City. This strengthens the link between public service and personal accountability. The Capitol Plaza Hotel and Convention Center has been the location for this event for a long time.
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As we get closer to the 2026 legislative session, the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast will once again kick off a new year of drafting laws with an emphasis on reflection, unity, and helping others.
