State: Missouri

Office of the Governor

State of Missouri

Proclamation

 WHEREAS, the Preamble to the Constitution of the State of Missouri states that “We the people of Missouri, with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and grateful for His goodness, do establish this Constitution for the better government of the State; and

WHEREAS, Benjamin Franklin, at the Constitutional Convention in 1787 stated: “It is impossible to build an empire without our Father’s aid. I believe the sacred writings which say that ‘Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it’ (Psalm 127:1)”; and

WHEREAS, George Washington said, “Animated alone by the pure spirit of Christianity, and conducting ourselves as the faithful subjects of our free government, we may enjoy every temporal and spiritual felicity”; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence, wrote “Can the liberties of a nation be secure when we have removed the conviction that these liberties are the gift of God?”; and

WHEREAS, James Madison, father of the U.S. Constitution, advocated “the diffusion of the light of Christianity in our nation” in his Memorial and Remonstrance; and

Whereas, Patrick Henry quoted Proverbs 14:34 for our nation: “Righteousness alone can exalt a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people”; and

WHEREAS, these, and many other truly great men and women of America, giants in the structuring of American history, were Christian statesmen of caliber and integrity who did not hesitate to express their faith.

NOW THEREFORE, I Jeremiah W. (Jay) Nixon, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MISSOURI, do hereby proclaim October 20-26, 2016, to be

CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK IN MISSOURI

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of Missouri, in the City of Jefferson, this 29^thday of September, 2016.

Jeremiah W. (Jay) Nixon

Governor

Attest: Jason Kander

Secretary of State

Office of the Governor

State of Missouri

Proclamation

WHEREAS, the Bill of Rights to the Constitution of Missouri guarantees religious freedom to all people; and

WHEREAS, for many Missourians, public school days began with a daily Pledge of Allegiance, prayer and Bible reading; and

WHEREAS, the influence of Christianity in Missouri is evident by the many churches and Christian charities, ministries, missions and schools (cherished Christmas, Easter and Thanksgiving holiday seasons; and a willingness of Mountaineers to love thy neighbor as thyself;) and

WHEREAS, Christian Heritage week is an appropriate time to center our attention on faith, which is part of Missouri’s and America’s history.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Matt Blunt, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MISSOURI, do hereby proclaim November 20 – 26, 2006 as CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of Missouri, in the City of Jefferson, this 13^th day of November, 2006.

MATT BLUNT

Governor

Attest:ROBIN CARNAHAN

Secretary of State

CITY of

REPUBLIC

PROCLAMATION

 WHEREAS, John Adams wrote, “The general principles on which the fathers achieved independence were…the general principles of Christianity.” (Letter to Thomas Jefferson, June 28, 1813); and,

WHEREAS, Noah Webster taught “The religion which has introduced civil liberty is the religion of Christ and His Apostles…This is genuine Christianity and to this we owe our free constitutions of government.” (History of the United States, 1832, public school textbook); and,

WHEREAS, Thomas Jefferson warned, “Can the liberties of a nation be thought secure when we have removed their only firm basis, a conviction in the minds of the people that these liberties are the gift of God?” (Notes on the State of Virginia, 1781); and

WHEREAS,   James Madison proclaimed, “And to the same Divine Author of every good and perfect gift we are indebted for all those privileges and advantages, religious as well as civil, which are so richly enjoyed in this favored land.” (Presidential Proclamation, 1815); and,

WHEREAS, Benjamin Rush encouraged, “Let the children…be carefully instructed in the principles and obligations of the Christian religion. This is the most essential part of education.” (A Plan for Free Schools, 1787); and,

WHEREAS, George Washington exhorted, “We ought to be no less persuaded that the propitious smiles of Heaven can never be expected on a nation which disregards the eternal rules of order and right which Heaven itself has ordained.” (“Inaugural Address,” April 30, 1789); and

WHEREAS, commemorating America’s Christian heritage provides an opportunity for those choosing to participate to thank God for His “Blessings of Liberty”, to ask His help in reinsuring “Domestic Tranquility”, and to recognize our national need to reaffirm our “reliance on the protection of divine Providence” in keeping America a “Free and Independent” Nation:

NOW, THEREFORE, in conjunction with the 9^thAnnual “America’s Christian Heritage Week” that is scheduled for November 19-25^th, 2000, I, Keith D. Miller, serving as Mayor of the City of Republic, join in this nationwide celebration of America’s Christian Heritage by proclaiming November, 2000, as America’s Christian Heritage Month.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the City of Republic, this sixth day of November, A.D. 2000.

Keith D. Miller

Mayor

Office of the Governor

State of Missouri

Proclamation

WHEREAS, the progress of any republic or people is based upon principles held most reverent to citizens; and

WHEREAS, principles are the building blocks of vision and without vision the people shall perish; and

WHEREAS, principles, be they political, moral or spiritual, must be reaffirmed and reexamined at regular intervals; and

WHEREAS, celebration of principles is a positive action; and

WHEREAS, supporters of Christianity have chosen November 20-26, 1994, as a time of examining and celebrating the heritage of their faith; and

WHEREAS, the Office of the Governor believes it to be appropriate for peoples to examine and celebrate their histories and their principles:

NOW THEREFORE, I, MEL CARNAHAN, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MISSOURI, do hereby proclaim November 20-26, 1994 as CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK in Missouri to commend this celebration of a community’s history, faith, and principles.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of Missouri, in the City of Jefferson, this 17^th day of May, 1994.

MEL CARNAHAN

Governor

Attest:                 JUDITH K. MORIARTY

Secretary of State

Office of the Governor

State of Missouri

Proclamation

WHEREAS, for many Missourians, life in the one-room schoolhouse began with a daily Pledge of Allegiance, prayer, and Bible reading; and

WHEREAS, the Missouri Legislature opens each daily session with a prayer to Almighty God; and

WHEREAS, Missouri has been richly blessed in natural resources, reflecting God’s miracle of creation; and

WHEREAS, the Bill of Rights to the Constitution of Missouri guarantees religious freedom to all citizens; and

WHEREAS, Thanksgiving week is an appropriate time to center attention on thanks to Almighty God for His great and good Providence and for the Christian faith, which is a foundation of American History:

NOW THEREFORE, I, MEL CARNAHAN, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MISSOURI, do hereby proclaim November 21-27, 1993 as CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK in Missouri and encourage all citizens to acknowledge and appreciate the religious heritage of our great state and nation.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of Missouri, in the City of Jefferson, this 3^rd day of May, 1993.

MEL CARNAHAN

Governor

Attest:                 JUDITH K. MORIARTY

Secretary of State