By Patty Hullett
For the Daily Light
On a gorgeous spring day – May 6 – many of the citizens of Waxahachie gathered at noon to pay homage to America’s “National Day of Prayer” at the downtown Railyard Park. This annual occurrence celebrated its 70th year (1952-2021).
The 2021 festivities were titled “Lord – Pour Out Your Love, Life, and Liberty”.
Farley Street Baptist Church Pastor Richard W. Smith gave the welcome, followed with a reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance and “The Star Spangled Banner,” as sung by Jaime Feaster.
Ellis County Judge Todd Little led the prayer for government, while 378th District Judge William Wallace led the prayer for the military and police.
Hence, on Wednesday, President Joe Biden issued an announcement.
It was an odd choice for the avid churchgoer.
Q: Will devout Catholic @JoeBiden use his faith to guide him in policymaking?@PressSec: He does attend church nearly every weekend… certainly it s a guide to him as a human being. pic.twitter.com/qC67bH1ekX
In his declaration, the Commander-in-Chief did manage to reference
Also: moral moves and “belief systems.”
Throughout our history, Americans of many religions and belief systems have turned to prayer for strength, hope, and guidance. Prayer has nourished countless souls and powered moral movements…
“Prayer is…a daily practice for many, whether it is to ask for help or strength, or to give thanks over blessings bestowed,” he pointed out.