Since 1937, the United States presidential inauguration has included one or more prayers given by members of the clergy.[1][2] Since 1933 an associated prayer service either public or private attended by the president-elect has often taken place on the morning of the day.[3] At times a major public or broadcast prayer service takes place after the main ceremony most recently on the next day.[4]
- ^ "Presidential Inaugurations Past and Present: A Look at the History Behind the Pomp and Circumstance".
- ^ Newdow. "Appendix D: Inaugural Clergy" (PDF).
- ^ "Morning Worship Service".
- ^ "Washington National Cathedral: Presidential Inaugural Prayer Services". Washington National Cathedral. Archived from the original on January 20, 2009. Retrieved January 16, 2009.