Bush proclaims day of prayer for hurricane victims

By Tom Strode - Sep 15, 2005

President Bush has issued a proclamation calling for Americans to pray Sept. 16 for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

The President announced the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for the Victims of Hurricane Katrina Sept. 8. He asked for memorial services and other observances to be conducted. Bush also encouraged Americans not only to pray but to give “their hearts and homes for those who now, more than ever, need our compassion and our support.”

“I encourage all Americans to respond with acts of kindness in the days ahead,” the President said in the proclamation. “By contributing time, money or needed goods to a relief organization and by praying for the survivors and those in recovery efforts, we can make a tremendous difference in the lives of those in need.”

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