For the first time in Colombian history, prayers were offered during a presidential inauguration ceremony, despite the country’s constitutional status as a secular state. The event, titled "Invocation and Praise," featured a rabbi, a priest, and a pastor. Notably, the presidential candidate Abelardo not present during the prayers. This marked a significant departure from previous inaugurations, raising questions about the separation of church and state in Colombia. The prayers were held in the absence of the newly inaugurated president. The event was covered by La Silla Vacía, a Colombian news outlet, highlighting the historic nature of the interfaith moment. This suggests a potential shift in the relationship between religion and politics within the new administration.