Wed 4 Jul, 2012
Tags: Benedictine Sisters, Declaration of Independence, Fourth of July, Prayer
When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.
As we take time to honor our country’s founding and the men and women who made ultimate sacrifices, we also remember in prayer those around us today.
Those fighting wildfires throughout the United States, to those without power on the East Coast, the drought-stricken areas that desperately need rain and for all those working diligently, away from their own homes and families, to save the lives and property of others.
America was founded on many great principles. Those principles are supported by our spirit of freedom and our relentless and enduring desire to help others in need. Much in the same way that Christ instructed us to treat others.
Wishing you a happy, safe and blessing-filled Fourth of July!
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