Re: Official "Jesus Day" in US State of Texas!

[Ari Davidow <ari...>]

Unless Texas adopts "Bei mir bist du sheyn" as an anthem, I would
appreciate it if replies were kept off-list. 

There are many important political topics that should engage us, and
hopefully are engaging us. All of us have lives that extend beyond the
discussion limits of this list. Let's keep it that way, respect the needs
of people who already find this list too overwhelming and busy, and 
reserve =this= list for a discussion of Jewish Music.

Many thanks,
ari

At 12:59 PM 7/26/00 -0400, you wrote:
>It appears from this *official* proclamation that it is impossible to be a
>Texan without being a Christian, at least in the opinion of the governor.
>What will happen if he should become President -- the establishment of
>Christianity as the official U.S. religion, in violation of the
>Constitution? I'm sorry that this post is somewhat "off-topic," but I fear
>that if this practice isn't stopped now, we are *all* threatened. 
>
>---------- Forwarded message ----------
>Date: Wed, 26 Jul 2000 09:29:13 -0700 (PDT)
>From: Varda Ullman Novick
>
>http://www.governor.state.tx.us/Proclamations/May00/5-00Jesus.html 
>
>Official Memorandum State of Texas Office of the Governor
>
>Jesus Day
>
>Throughout the world, people of all religions recognize Jesus Christ as an
>example of love, compassion, sacrifice and service. [SINCE WHEN??]
>Reaching out to the poor, the suffering and the marginalized, he provided
>moral leadership that continues to inspire countless men, women and
>children today. 
>
>To honor his life and teachings, Christians of all races and denominations
>have joined together to designate June 10 as Jesus Day. [WHAT ABOUT TEXANS
>WHO DON'T HAPPEN TO BE CHRISTIANS?] As part of this celebration of unity,
>they are taking part in the 10th annual March for Jesus in cities
>throughout the Lone Star State. The march, which began in Austin in 1991,
>is now held in nearly 180 countries. Jesus Day challenges people to follow
>Christ's example by performing good works in their communities and
>neighborhoods. By nursing the sick, feeding the poor or volunteering in
>homeless shelters, everyone can play a role in making the world a better
>place. 
>
>I urge all Texans to answer the call to serve those in need. By
>volunteering their time, energy or resources to helping others, adults and
>youngsters follow Christ's message of love and service in thought and
>deed. 
>
>Therefore, I, George W. Bush, Governor of Texas, do hereby proclaim June
>10, 2000,
>
>Jesus Day
>
>in Texas and urge the appropriate recognition whereof, In official
>recognition whereof, I hereby affix my signature this 17th day of April,
>2000. 
>
>[signature George W. Bush]
>
>Governor of Texas
>
>

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