The decision to begin hosting what he hopes will be an annual prayer  breakfast was an easy one for Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown: "Many of our  leaders attend houses of worship. Many people in community look to the  faith-based community for help in a lot of areas."

Other mayors have attended interfaith gatherings, but Brown said it's  important for him to host what City Hall is calling Inaugural Mayor Brown  Interfaith Celebration.

"I know I wouldn't be where I am if it wasn't for my faith in God," he said.  "I'm blessed, I'm humbled and honored."

That breakfast, scheduled for 7:30 a.m. Friday, already has sold out, the  administration said. Some 500 tickets sold at $25 each, which will cover the  city's cost.