043026 ~ National Day of Prayer - Tim Austin & Annherst Kreitz

As the nation prepares for the 75th National Day of Prayer, Tim Austin and Ann Hurst Christ reveal how faith-driven community action is sparking a quiet spiritual revival across America. Tim, honored as Citizen of the Year in Saline, shares how a personal crisis and his church’s 'Love Where You Live' initiative transformed his business philosophy—from profit-first to purpose-first, exemplified by his no-cost floral displays that brighten downtown Saline. Ann, chair of the Saline Area Chamber of Commerce, details the eighth annual local gathering at Washtenaw Christian Academy, a multi-generational night of worship and prayer focused on seven spheres of influence, with this year’s theme: 'Glorify God among the nations, seeking him in all generations.' The conversation pivots to a powerful cultural moment: a growing spiritual awakening among young adults, with 42% of men aged 18–29 now saying religion is very important—up from 28% in 2023. They argue this surge, fueled by post-pandemic isolation and societal unrest, marks the beginning of a fifth Great Awakening, with campus revivals and faith movements spreading like wildfire. Despite criticism of public faith expression, both insist that personal integrity and quiet service—like Tim’s flowers or Ann’s prayer circles—matter more than spectacle.