The Exchange Club of Hilo invites the community to celebrate the National Day of Prayer by attending the 25th annual Mayor’s Breakfast Fellowship at 6:30 a.m. May 3 at Nani Mau Gardens.
The event dates back to 1993, when then-Mayor Stephen Yamashiro, together with the Rev. Richard Uejo, worked with East Hawaii religious leaders to organize an interfaith prayer breakfast for the community.
This year’s theme is “We Support our Troops, Local Government and our First Responders.” Event chairman Frank Lafita said there is no greater good than serving or giving one’s life for your fellow man.
“This is why the Exchange Club recognizes those who serve and protect our communities and our country,” Lafita said. “The Exchange Club is built upon Americanism, community activities, youth activities and its national project: the prevention of child abuse.”
Lafita said the organization’s goal is to spark the spirit of community service throughout the nation.
This year’s event provides a prayer by the Rev. Satoshi Tomioka of Puna Hongwanji. The featured speakers will be Hawaii County Mayor Harry Kim and Brig. Gen. Moses Kaoiwi of the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency regarding the recent false alarm of a ballistic missile attack.
The program also will include a lehua tree-planting ceremony officiated by the mayor, with a closing prayer by police Chaplain Renee Godoy.
Donations for this event are $20. Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pastries, rice, muffins, fruit juice, coffee and tea.
For tickets or more information, call Lafita at 987-9382. Tickets also will be available at the door.
