Alabama Proclamation (April 8, 1992) signed by Governor Guy Hunt declaring May 3-May 9, 1992, as "Christian Heritage Week":
<WHEREAS, Our state has been 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 labor, as well as renewed respect and meaning for nature's changing seasons; and
WHEREAS, The community church serves a vital function in bringing people together and providing educational and charitable services; and
WHEREAS, Teaching future generations of our state the important role of Christian Heritage is of crucial concern to people of all faiths:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gary Hunt, Governor of the State of Alabama, do hereby proclaim May 3 through 9, 1992, as
"CHRISTIAN HERITAGE WEEK"
in Alabama, in recognition of our religious heritage.
Given Under My Hand, and the Great Seal of the Governor's Office at the State House in the City of Montgomery on this the 8th day of April, 1992,
Guy Hunt, Governor.> 1992AL001
--
American Quotations by William J. Federer, 2024, All Rights Reserved, Permission granted to use with acknowledgement.
1992AL001. William J. Federer, American Quotations (2014). Alabama, April 8, 1992, in a State of Alabama Executive Proclamation declaring May 3-May 9, 1992, as "Christian Heritage Week," signed by the Office of the Governor, Guy Hunt, at the State House in the City of Montgomery. Courtesy of Bruce Barilla, Christian Heritage Week Ministry (P.O. Box 58, Athens, W.V. 24712; 304-384-7707, 304-384-9044 fax).