Nation Reads the Bible Cover to Cover for 250th Anniversary

Washington, D.C. – April 19‑25

The Museum of the Bible will host America Reads the Bible, a weeklong event where more than five hundred Christian leaders and Hollywood personalities will read the entire Bible aloud. The program celebrates the United States’ 25‑year milestone and is livestreamed on Great American Pure Flix, allowing viewers nationwide to participate remotely.

Key Participants

• Federal officials: Members of Congress, White House staff
• State governors
• Actors: Candace Cameron Bure, Kevin Sorbo
• Faith leaders: Franklin Graham
• President Donald Trump: Reading from the Oval Office
• Cabinet members: Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Format and Schedule

• Scripture passages read by the featured figures
• Each hour ends with prayer and worship led by Christian musicians such as Danny Gokey and Leeland Mooring
• Inspired by Nehemiah’s revival of Jerusalem, the organizers aim to rekindle spiritual commitment across the nation

Support and Criticism

• Supporters: Over a hundred faith‑based groups back the initiative, hoping it sparks personal renewal and community action
• Critics: Question whether a high‑profile reading addresses deeper political and social challenges; worry about polarizing audiences by focusing on a single religious text

Vision

The organizers believe that reviving daily Bible study can heal leadership gaps and strengthen national wellbeing. They view the event as a call for Americans to integrate faith into everyday decision‑making, hoping that the collective reading will inspire lasting change.