Stars, Church Leaders, and Government Officials Come Together to Read the Bible in Honor of America’s 250th Anniversary

Countdown to America’s 250th Anniversary

The preparations for America’s 250th anniversary are underway, with various events being organized to mark this significant milestone. One standout event is titled “Reading the American Bible,” where around 500 celebrities, ministry figures, and elected officials are scheduled to read from the Bible over a week at the Museum of the Bible.

This “Read the Bible in America” event will take place from Saturday, April 18, 2026, through Saturday, April 25, 2026, starting each evening at 7:00 PM ET, with live streaming overseen by Great American Pure Flix.

Opening Ceremony and Notable Participants

Moreover, various well-known readers are set to participate, including Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Franklin Graham of Samaritan’s Purse, U.S. Senator Jim Banks from Indiana, and many others like Dr. Scott Barfoot from Dallas Theological Seminary and worship leader Danny Gokey. It promises to be quite the assembly of voices.

Encouraging Christians to Influence Culture

Bunny Pounds, the founder of Christians Engaged, is passionate about motivating believers to engage actively with their communities, stay informed, and participate in elections. Something she expressed: “We want national leaders from all walks to reaffirm our reliance on the Bible and invite America back to its teachings,” she told Christian Newswire.

Pounds believes that the act of reading and listening to the Bible can have a transformative effect not just on individuals, but also on families, communities, and even nations. “It’s an invitation to Americans to join in a meaningful act of unity and faith as we celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary,” she added.