Gavin Newsom issues proclamation "Day of Prayer"

 

Governor Gavin Newsom's press office just announced that he issued a proclamation declaring May 5, 2022, as a “Day of Prayer” in the State of California.

Gavin, whoever wrote this for you did a good job. Many Californians do make time for reflection, faith & prayer despite religion & politics failing us on a daily basis.

Text of proclamation :

On the National Day of Prayer, we stand with all Californians who make time for reflection and prayer in their lives, an invaluable source of solace, hope, and strength for so many of us. 

This observance is an opportunity to give thanks for our religious liberty and freedom of speech as Americans, cherished rights that protect people of all beliefs in our nation. 

Today, we also remember those we have lost in the pandemic, and draw strength and resilience from the many ways that Californians have stepped up to keep faith with our values of inclusion, generosity and community during unprecedented times. We honor the heroic health care workers, emergency response personnel and essential workers from all lines of work who have sustained us, as well as countless volunteers looking out for their vulnerable neighbors. 

They remind us that we are one California, all ready to protect one another, and committed to building a stronger and more united state. With Californians from all faiths and backgrounds observing this day in a multitude of ways, we are also reminded of what makes California great – our remarkable capacity to live together and advance together across every conceivable difference, which will always see us through. 

NOW THEREFORE I, GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor of the State of California, do hereby proclaim May 5, 2022, as a “Day of Prayer” in the State of California.