RESOLUTION NO. RS2012-237

A resolution recognizing May 3, 2012, as National Day of Prayer.

WHEREAS, May 3, 2012, is our 61st Annual National Day of Prayer; and

WHEREAS, the religious freedom guaranteed us by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution has made our land a beacon for people who seek freedom to worship GOD according to their conscience; and

WHEREAS, Americans of every race, background and creed come together in their places of worship, homes and work places to pray for guidance, wisdom and courage; and

WHEREAS, just as we rely on prayer for courage, hope and renewal in our private lives, so too do we turn to prayer at times of joy, crises, economic uncertainty and tragedy in our public life as a Nation, State and a City; and

WHEREAS, Congress, by Public Law 100-307, has called on our citizens to reaffirm the role of prayer in our society by recognizing annually a “National Day of Prayer” and many of our Nation’s Presidents have asked us repeatedly to pray for our Nation; and

WHEREAS, at this time in our history, we are mindful of the heroic men and women serving in our Armed Forces, especially those serving abroad and pray for their safety, for the recovery of the wounded, and for the peace we all seek and their families; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognizes the 61st Annual National Day of Prayer May 3, 2012, and encourage all residents to pray and give thanks for the rich blessing of our City, State and our Nation.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

Section 1. The Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing May 3, 2012, as National Day of Prayer.

Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

Sponsored by: Erica Gilmore, Tim Garrett, Karen Johnson, Lonnell Matthews, Jerry Maynard, Duane Dominy, Phil Claiborne

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Referred to:	Rules & Confirmations Committee
Introduced:	May 1, 2012
Adopted:	May 1, 2012
Approved:	May 2, 2012
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