Pastor Lorrie Turner prays on behalf of businesses during the  National Day of Prayer event Thursday at City Hall.

photos by Thomas Howard / The Meridian Star

Faith leaders from Meridian and Lauderdale County gathered at City Hall Thursday to commemorate the National Day of Prayer by praying for Meridian and its residents. The event featured pastors and faith leaders from different denominations, who came together to pray for God’s guidance and wisdom for the community.