Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Faith Leaders and Diplomats Converge on Capitol Hill for 2026 ‘Meeting in the Capitol’

On Monday, April 20, 2026, the Rayburn House Office Building will host an extraordinary assembly of faith leaders, diplomats, and cultural voices. The Meeting in the Capitol — presented by the White House Prayer for Our Nation — brings together figures whose influence spans continents, gathering quite literally in the shadow of the United States Capitol.

The setting is deliberate. Within the sphere of American governance, the event makes a quiet argument: that faith continues to belong in public life, and that spiritual conviction and civic engagement can share the same room.

Leadership and keynote voices

The gathering is led by Rev. Dr. Terry Lee and Pastor Joyce Lee, whose stewardship has made the White House Prayer for Our Nation a respected platform for unity. Delivering the keynote address is Dr. Jannah Scott, the noted communicator and thought leader, whose clarity and insight will anchor the program.

A remarkable roster

The guest speakers read like a cross-section of modern faith leadership. Pastor Clifford Monrose and Bishop Dr. Edward Barnett represent steadfast, family-centered ministry. Juan Mamarzo and Pastor Melissa Ann Dessirio bring bridge-building energy between communities. Sir Charles Waters of Kingdom Faith Global Ministries and Bishop Orlando Findlayter add depth from global and urban ministry respectively.

The lineup stretches further: A.C. “Ninja” Lawrence and Adil Ansari serve as global ambassadors; Sir Gary Sze Kong brings an international business and diplomatic perspective; Princess Kitra Williams, Apostle Leon Benjamin, Renata Dasilva, Wali Akhilai, Cristina Fontanelli, author Jane Hampton Cook, Evangelist Grace D Glass, veteran advocate Andrew “Doc” Morrison, and Apostle Carlton Armstrong each add distinct records of service.

Together they form a program that treats diversity of background not as a talking point but as the point itself — proof that shared purpose can hold many voices at once.

For attendees, the day promises what the Capitol location suggests: faith, leadership, and public life in direct conversation, with the emphasis fixed firmly on unity.

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Originally published on Times Square Chronicles.