THE STATE OF MARYLAND

PROCLAMATION

From the Governor of the State of Maryland

AMERICA’S CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK

NOVEMBER 24 – 30, 1996

 WHEREAS, The United States has a glorious history of religious freedom, extending from our founding fathers to modern times…and, Christians have been a strong influence in our nation and our government ever since the start; and

WHEREAS, Steadfast faith sustained our forefathers’ survival through years of hardship, isolation and suffering; and

WHEREAS, On June 21, 1776, John Adams wrote, “Statesmen, my dear Sir, may plan and speculate for liberty, but it is religion and morality alone, which can establish the principles upon which freedom can securely stand; and

WHEREAS, Thanksgiving week is an appropriate time to center attention on thanks for the blessings our nation has received and remember how much Christians have helped our nation reach its current majestic status.

NOW, THEREFORE, I,, PARRIS N. GLENDENING, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MARYLAND, do hereby proclaim November 24 – 30, 1996 as AMERICA’S CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK in Maryland, and do commend this observance to all of our citizens.

 Given Under My Hand and the Great Seal of the State of Maryland this 24^th day of November One Thousand Nine Hundred and Ninety-six.

 Parris N.  Glendening

 Govenor

John J. Willis

 Secretary of State