(WASHINGTON, D.C., 4/28/08) - CAIR, in partnership with Jews On First, is calling on American Muslims and members of other faith communities to contact governors and other elected officials nationwide to ask that any government-sponsored "National Day of Prayer" observances on May 1st be representative of our nation's religious diversity.

Mainstream religious leaders have criticized the organizers of National Day of Prayer events for restricting participation to a narrow group of evangelicals. Even though prayer day events are sponsored by a private organization, observances receive unofficial government approval through a proclamation by President Bush and ceremonies held at the White House and in Congress.

To become a coordinator for the prayer day events, applicants must pledge that activities they help lead "will be conducted solely by Christians while those with differing beliefs are welcome to attend."

SEE: Prayer Day 'Hijacked' by Evangelicals, Critics Say

SEE ALSO: Evangelicals Attempt to Exclude Non-Christians from National Day of Prayer

"We should carry out the original intent of the National Day of Prayer instituted by President Truman, to encourage Americans of all faiths to take part in spiritual events that bring our nation together," said CAIR National Director Tahra Goraya.

ACTION REQUESTED: (As always, be POLITE and RESPECTFUL.)

1. CONTACT YOUR GOVERNOR AND OTHER ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES to ask them to make sure any National Prayer Day event they sponsor or attend is inclusive and representative of our nation's religious diversity.

To contact your state's governor, click here.

To write to your national representative, click here.

To contact your state's senators, click here.

Talking points, sample letters, phone scripts and other information about the inclusive day or prayer are available here.

2. TAKE PART IN alternative inclusive prayer services. A list of these alternative services may be found here.