Evangelical leaders 'lay hands' on Donald Trump in Oval office

An image showing a group of evangelical leaders laying hands on US President Donald Trump at the Oval Office on Tuesday as he bowed in prayer has drew criticism from Americans.

The image of the gathering was posted to the Facebook page of Pastor Howard-Browne of Florida and his wife Adonica on Wednesday and has been shared many times on Facebook, Twitter, and other social media outlets.

Yesterday was very surreal...30 years ago we came from South Africa to America as missionaries. Yesterday I was asked by Pastor Paula White-Cain to pray over our 45th President – what a humbling moment standing in the Oval Office – laying hands and praying for our President – Supernatural Wisdom, Guidance and Protection – who could ever even imagine – wow – we are going to see another great spiritual awakening, It read.

The leaders had met with Jennifer Korn, deputy director and liaison from the White House, for a day-long meeting to discuss several issues, including the Affordable Care Act, religious freedom, pending judicial nominees, criminal justice reform and support for Israel.

The prayer was led by Pastor Rodney Howard-Browne while some in the group placed their hands on Trump's back as others in attendance, including Vice President Mike Pence, bowed their heads.

Trump has remained out of the public eye since returning from the G20 summit in Hamburg, Germany over the weekend.

The photo sparked criticism among the heathens on Twitter. But not everyone was critical of the images.

This picture made me cry as the Spirit touched my heart,” wrote one Facebook user. The Lord’s hand is upon this man, even though the world does not realize it and cannot realize it due to their spiritual blindness. A very special sight to behold God be welcomed in the White House once more.”