On Oct. 1, more than 900 community and business owners from the Poconos and surrounding communities will come together in a spirit of unity and prayer at the 29th Annual Pocono Prayer Breakfast.

The event will take place at the Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center at 250 Kalahari Blvd., Pocono Manor.

“The Prayer Breakfast, a nonprofit gathering held on the first Tuesday of October, is a testament to our shared values as Americans, with a focus on God and country,” said Charlie Trapasso, director of the Pocono Prayer Breakfast. “For over a quarter of a century, the Pocono Prayer Breakfast has brought together a diverse group of over 700 community and business leaders to hear a message of hope and pray for our government, businesses, health care, education, faith communities, residents and families.”

The breakfast has a rich history of hosting renowned speakers who share compelling stories and life altering testimonies.

This year’s event promises to be a unique and unforgettable experience, featuring former major league baseball star Darryl Strawberry as the keynote speaker.

This is a rare opportunity to hear his powerful words of encouragement firsthand, a moment that will surely inspire listeners. Attendees will also be captivated as the Stroudsburg High School band pays tribute to our veterans, and the melodious voices of the students from Faith Christian School serenade attendees with their harmonious voices during the breakfast hour and before the prelude.

The Prayer Breakfast program and social hour offer a relaxed atmosphere to reconnect with friends, meet new people, capture memories through photos and enjoy a delightful breakfast spread.

People can stay back for an additional 30 minutes and make the most of the post-program experience by seizing the opportunity to meet Strawberry, snap photos or just mingle with fellow attendees.

Doors will open promptly at 6:15 a.m. The breakfast buffet will be available until 7:15 a.m., at which time the program begins. It will conclude by 8:30 a.m., followed by the social gathering until 9 a.m.

Tickets for the event are available for purchase online at poconoprayerbreakfast.org. They can also be obtained by check, payable to “Pocono Prayer Breakfast,” sent to P.O. Box 193, Tannersville, PA 18372. Tickets are $25 per person or $250 for a table of 10.

For any questions or ticket inquiries, the Pocono Prayer Breakfast team can be reached via email at poconoprayerbreakfast@gmail.com or by phone at 570-977-3369.