Tennessee Prayer Breakfast

03/11/2026

What a beautiful morning to gather for the 52nd Tennessee Prayer Breakfast! It was an uplifting experience as we lifted the name of Jesus and prayed for our state, its people, and our leaders. We're grateful to Gov. Bill Lee for serving as the 2026 Chair. His message focused on redemption was so incredibly moving.

Thank you to Speaker Cameron Sexton, Lt. Governor Randy McNally, Senator Jack Johnson, Senator Raumesh Akbari, State Representative William Lamberth, & State Representative Karen Camper for leading us in the reading of the Word and in prayer.

We can't wait for next year!

(Fun Fact, Governor Lee served as chair of the 2004 Tennessee Prayer Breakfast, long before he was elected governor!)

03/11/2026

Thank you to the sponsors for the 52nd Tennessee Prayer Breakfast! Your generosity helps keep the Breakfast affordable for all who would like to attend. We're grateful for your support!
CoreCivic | Lipscomb University | Bill Glass Behind The Walls | Giarratana | Riverbend Nurseries | Adams & Reese | American Constructors TN | Ascension Saint Thomas | BHA Strategy | Blankenship CPA Group | BrightStone | Coca-Cola Consolidated | EPB | Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation | Kella & DJ Farris | KPMG | Pape-Dawson | Pinnacle Financial Partners | Solomon Builders | Stones River Group | StorPlace Self Storage | Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association | The Adoption Project | Vanderbilt University

02/12/2026

You are invited to join Governor Bill Lee & the Citizens' Committee for the 52nd Annual Tennessee Prayer Breakfast on Wednesday, March 11 at 7am at Lipscomb University's Allen Arena. Purchase tickets at www.tennesseeprayerbreakfast.org/tickets.

10/30/2024

We wanted to share our statement on the passing of former Governor Winfield Dunn, which was released on October 8, 2024

TENNESSEE PRAYER BREAKFAST COMMITTEE HONORS FOUNDING MEMBER: GOVERNOR WINFIELD DUNN

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Prayer Breakfast Committee is deeply saddened by the passing of former Governor Winfield Dunn, a cherished founder of the Tennessee Prayer Breakfast and a pillar of our state’s history. He is leaving behind a legacy of distinguished public service and unwavering faith.

“Governor Dunn was more than a statesman, he was a man of great faith and kindness,” said Ryan King, 2025 Chairman of the Tennessee Prayer Breakfast Committee. “His vision for the Prayer Breakfast has fostered unity and inspired generations of leaders to seek guidance in faith as they serve the people of Tennessee. His legacy will continue to inspire and guide us.”

As the 43rd Governor of Tennessee, Winfield Dunn is remembered not only for his visionary leadership but also for his deep commitment to the spiritual well-being of our state. A co-founder of the Tennessee Prayer Breakfast, Governor Dunn's faith and compassion brought leaders from across the state together in prayer, helping establish a tradition that has spanned over 50 years. His dedication to public service was always underscored by his humility and love for the people of Tennessee.

"We will always remember Governor Dunn not just for his leadership, but for his grace and integrity," King continued. "His legacy as a founder of the Tennessee Prayer Breakfast and his service to our state will never be forgotten. He was a true statesman and a person of great faith."

During the 2024 Prayer Breakfast, which featured a special video commemorating the event's 50th anniversary, Governor Dunn reflected on one of the aspects he was most proud of: how the breakfast continues to unite worshippers from all political backgrounds, fostering a spirit of fellowship that transcends everything else.

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The Tennessee Prayer Breakfast is an annual event presented annually by The Citizens' Committee, drawing hundreds of participants from across the state in government, industry, education and religion, to name a few.

09/29/2024

We are saddened to hear of the passing of our founder, Gov. Winfield Dunn, who earned his eternal reward on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the age of 97. Dunn served as Governor of Tennessee from 1971 to 1975, holding the very first Tennessee Prayer Breakfast during his first year in office. Earlier this year, we sat down with Gov. Dunn and learned more about the reason he began this annual tradition. Our prayers are with Betty and the entire Dunn family.

For 50 years, the Tennessee Prayer Breakfast has brought together Tennesseans from all walks of life to pray for our state and lift up the name of Jesus. As ...

07/30/2024

Congratulations to Walker Zimmerman and the US Men’s Olympic Soccer Team for advancing to the quarterfinals for the first time since 2000! Walker shared about his faith at this year’s Tennessee Prayer Breakfast, and we know he is representing us well in Paris.

(You can watch the full discussion at the link below)

Keynote Conversation with Walker Zimmerman, Captain of Nashville Soccer Club, about his faith and keeping his identity in Christ - part of the 50th Tennessee...

03/26/2024

We wanted to share these highlights from the 50th Tennessee Prayer Breakfast for you to share as well.

03/23/2024

So many of you have asked if you could hear the interview with Walker Zimmerman again, so we thought we would share it here. He is such an authentic person with a genuine faith. We hope you enjoy.

Keynote Conversation with Walker Zimmerman, Captain of Nashville Soccer Club, about his faith and keeping his identity in Christ - part of the 50th Tennessee...

03/19/2024

Thank you to our sponsors! Your generosity helped us make the 50th Tennessee Governors Prayer Breakfast special, and keep it affordable for everyone!

Damon Hininger & CoreCivic Foundation
Dr. Candice McQueen & Lipscomb University
The Brad & Lauren Smith Foundation
Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation
Giarratana
Riverbend Nurseries
Adams and Reese LLP
American Constructors TN
Ascension Saint Thomas
Ballad Health
Blake Harris & BHA Strategies
Bill Glass Behind The Walls
Blankenship CPA Group
BlueTrust
California Closets of Tennessee
Coca-Cola Consolidated
EPB
HCA Healthcare / TriStar Health
Mercy Multiplied
Pinnacle Financial Partners
RaganSmith
Solomon Builders
StorPlace Self Storage
Mark Cate & Stones River Group
The Adoption Project
Vanderbilt University
Bryan Kaegi, Tommy Alsup, & Vogel Group

03/15/2024

So many of you have asked for the Retrospective that was played at the breakfast yesterday. We wanted to share it here for you to share with others.

For 50 years, the Tennessee Prayer Breakfast has brought together Tennesseans from all walks of life to pray for our state and lift up the name of Jesus. As ...