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Yes, it's true. Texas Governor George W. Bush signed a memorandum on 17 April 2000 proclaiming 10 June to be 'Jesus Day' in Texas, a day that "challenges people to follow Christ's example by performing good works in their communities and neighborhoods."
The proclamation was viewable in the Governor's section of the the web site for the State of Texas, but only the last few months' proclamations are kept on the site, so this one is no longer available. Luckily, PBS has a copy housed on its site.
Note, however, that Governor Bush did not simply decide to create an arbitrary 'Jesus Day' for the State of Texas. His proclamation was issued in support of a national celebration of Jesus Day, an annual event supported by proclamations from other governors and mayors throughout America as well.
Originally posted by ThatsJustWeird
It won't last too long this day and age, but would be great if it worked....
....and if it was everyday....
Throughout the world, people of all religions recognize Jesus Christ as an example of love, compassion, sacrifice and service. Reaching out to the poor, the suffering and the marginalized, he provided moral leadership that continues to inspire countless men, women and children today.
To honor his life and teachings, Christians of all races and denominations have joined together to designate June 10 as Jesus Day. As part of this celebration of unity, they are taking part in the 10th annual March for Jesus in cities throughout the Lone Star State. The march, which began in Austin in 1991, is now held in nearly 180 countries. Jesus Day challenges people to follow Christ's example by performing good works in their communities and neighborhoods. By nursing the sick, feeding the poor or volunteering in homeless shelters, everyone can play a role in making the world a better place.
I urge all Texans to answer the call to serve those in need. By volunteering their time, energy or resources to helping others, adults and youngsters follow Christ's message of love and service in thought and deed.
Therefore, I, George W. Bush, Governor of Texas, do hereby proclaim June 10, 2000, Jesus Day in Texas and urge the appropriate recognition whereof, in official recognition whereof, I hereby affix my signature this 17th day of April, 2000.
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Originally posted by they see ALL
a great idea BUT...
america has "freedom of religion" and doesn't have a national religion...
To honor his life and teachings, Christians of all races and denominations have joined together to designate June 10 as Jesus Day. As part of this celebration of unity, they are taking part in the 10th annual March for Jesus in cities throughout the Lone Star State. The march, which began in Austin in 1991, is now held in nearly 180 countries. Jesus Day challenges people to follow Christ's example by performing good works in their communities and neighborhoods. By nursing the sick, feeding the poor or volunteering in homeless shelters, everyone can play a role in making the world a better place.
Originally posted by mj13
Um, hello? Separation of church and state? He might have been just a governor, but this should be unconstitutional somehow...
Originally posted by Carseller4
Originally posted by mj13
Um, hello? Separation of church and state? He might have been just a governor, but this should be unconstitutional somehow...
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;"
Seperation of chuch and state is NOT mentioned in the constitution.
Honoring a religious person is NOT establishing a national religion.
What is happening in the US is the ACLU and people who THINK "Seperation of Church and State" is in the Constitution are actually "prohibiting the free exercise thereof" which IS Unconstitutional.
no man shall be compelled to frequent or support any religious worship, place, or ministry whatsoever, nor shall be enforced, restrained, molested, or burthened in his body or goods, nor shall otherwise suffer, on account of his religious opinions or belief; but that all men shall be free to profess, and by argument to maintain, their opinions in matters of religion, and that the same shall in no wise diminish, enlarge, or affect their civil capacities
Originally posted by Carseller4
Seperation of chuch and state is NOT mentioned in the constitution.
Honoring a religious person is NOT establishing a national religion.
What is happening in the US is the ACLU and people who THINK "Seperation of Church and State" is in the Constitution are actually "prohibiting the free exercise thereof" which IS Unconstitutional.