STATE OF TENNESSEE
PROCLAMATION
BY THE GOVERNOR
WHEREAS, our state has been richly blessed in natural beauty, reflecting God’s miracle of creation; and
WHEREAS, the importance of Christian heritage to the traditions and values of our state is immeasurable; and
WHEREAS, religious holidays, festivals and celebrations have brought welcome respite from weary labor, as well as renewed respect and meaning for nature’s seasons of change; and
WHEREAS, the community church serves a vital function in binding folk together and providing crucial education and charitable services; and
WHEREAS, teaching future generations of our state the all-important role of Christian heritage is of crucial concern to citizens of all faiths;
NOW, THEREFORE, I Ned McWherter, as Governor of the State of Tennessee, do hereby proclaim November 20-26, 1994, as CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK in Tennessee, and urge all citizens to join me in this worthy observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I HAVE HEREUNTO SET MY HAND AND CAUSED THE GREAT SEAL OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE TO BE AFFIXED AT NASHVILLE ON THIS 21ST DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1994.
Ned McWherter
GOVERNOR
Riley C. Darnell
SECRETARY OF STATE
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