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O GOD GUARD THE HOUSE

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Remembering Tony Snow( a good man!)

President George W. Bush walks with National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley and White House Press Secretary Tony Snow in this July 27, 2006 White House photo. The 53-year-old former spokesman died Saturday, July 12, 2008, of cancer. White House photo by Eric Draper

President Bush Attends Funeral Service for Tony Snow

"Tony Snow was a man of uncommon decency and compassion. He was a devoted husband, a proud and loving father, an adoring son, a beloved colleague, and a wonderful role model and friend. ...And so today we send this man of faith and character and joy on his final journey. Tony Snow has left the City of Washington for the City of God. May he find eternal rest in the arms of his Savior. And may the Author of all creation watch over his family and all those who loved him, admired him, and will always cherish his memory."

- President George W. Bush, July 17, 2008

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An Historical and Biblical Perspective on Voting
Friday, July 8, 2005

Remember to pray before you vote

An Historical and Biblical Perspective on Voting

If the citizens neglect their duty and place unprincipled men in office,
the government will soon be corrupted; laws will be made not for the public good
so much as for the selfish or local purposes.
--Daniel Webster

America’s Founding Fathers were acutely aware of the importance of elections. They believed that the faith and character of every individual elected to office was vital to the future health of our nation, and they valued the privilege of representative government under the guidance of Almighty God.

This resource document contains facts and quotes that support the Christian responsibility to be involved in the election process, not only by voting, but also by praying for every facet of the election.

History of Voting
The Constitution of the United States of America gave American men the right to vote. The Constitution was ratified in 1788, after years of bitter debate by America’s Founding Fathers. It is the work of many well-educated minds and stands today as a model of cooperative statesmanship and the art of compromise.

The Founding Fathers used the wisdom of their time gleaned through personal experience, education, prayer and a wealth of written information in face-to-face discussions, letters and newspaper articles to create a simple Constitution that created the world’s most free society.

Several Amendments have since increased the number of Americans who hold the right to vote.

1789 -- The U.S. Constitution gave men with property the right to vote and states the responsibility to determine the qualifications to vote, who would be the state legislatures and to appoint Electors to the Electoral College to select a president
1870 15th Amendment eliminated racial barriers
1913 17th Amendment provides for direct popular vote of U.S. senators and Electors
1920 19th Amendment eliminated gender barriers
1964 24th Amendment eliminated poll taxes
1971 26th Amendment established the voting age at 18

While more Americans now have the right to vote, the number of Americans who exercise this right continues to dwindle. Today, less than one in four Christians votes. A staggering 24 million Christians aren’t even registered to vote.

Quotes from America’s Founders and Patriots
From the 18th Century
"If the citizens neglect their duty and place unprincipled men in office, the government will soon be corrupted; laws will be made not for the public good so much as for the selfish or local purposes."
--Daniel Webster

“When you become entitled to exercise the right of voting for public officers, let it be impressed on your mind that God commands you for rulers just men who will rule in the fear of God. The preservation of a republican government depends on the faithful discharge of this duty.”
--Noah Webster

"Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it."
--Thomas Paine

"Those people who will not be governed by God will be ruled by tyrants."
--William Penn

From the 19th Century
“The ballot is stronger than the bullet.”
--Abraham Lincoln

From the 20th Century
“The future of this republic is in the hands of the American voter.”
--Dwight D. Eisenhower

“The ignorance of one voter in a democracy impairs the security of all.”
--John F. Kennedy

"In a world that might say one vote doesn't matter..., it does matter because each person is of infinite worth and value to God... Your vote is a declaration of importance as a person and a citizen."
--Billy Graham

From the 21st Century
"We have a duty to our country to participate in the political process. See, if you believe in freedom, you have a duty to exercise your right to vote to begin with. I'm [here] to encourage people to do their duty, to go to the polls. I want all people, no matter what their political party is or whether they even like a political party, to exercise their obligation to vote."
--George W. Bush

“Our first civic duty is to vote. If you don’t vote, you are abandoning the biblical obligation to be a responsible citizen.”
--Chuck Colson

Quotes from the Bible

The entire book of Esther is about a young queen who sought the prayers of a nation to save a condemned Jewish people. Because of those prayers, the king lifted the condemnation and “the Jews had light and gladness, joy and honor” (Esther 8:16). Here are a few select quotes from elsewhere in the Bible.

On the Sovereignty of Public Officials
"Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God."
--Romans 13:1

On the Responsibility to Vote
"Appoint judges and officials for each of your tribes in every town the Lord your God is giving you, and they shall judge the people fairly."
--Deuteronomy 16:18

On the Power of Prayer for a Nation
"I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness."
--1 Timothy 2:1-2

Does One Vote Count?
When asked why they don’t vote, many Americans say they wonder if their vote really counts. Consider the following.

Texas was admitted to the Union in 1845 by one vote.
Hitler won leadership of the German Nazi Party in 1923 by one vote.
The US House of Representatives, in 1801, elected Thomas Jefferson as President of the United States by one vote.
In 1941, the Selective Service Art (the draft) was saved by one vote just weeks before Pearl Harbor was attacked.
John F. Kennedy won the presidency by less than one vote per precinct

Yes, one vote counts. If you aren't already, register to vote. The next time you have the opportunity, vote. But don't vote until you've both researched the candidates and prayed for God's guidance and wisdom about who would be His choice for each office.

The White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives

and

California Volunteers

present

Ignite and Unite

A Partnership Summit to Strengthen Communities

Monday, August 18^th

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Sacramento, California

Sacramento Convention Center

1400 J Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

(916) 808-5291

On August 18^th, the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives and California Volunteers will host a conference in Sacramento, California, designed to highlight and strengthen the role of faith-based and community organizations in meeting the needs of their communities with a special focus on resources and partnership opportunities. This event will provide resources and training on a variety of topics including volunteer trends and management, disaster preparedness and response, crime prevention/intervention, prisoner reentry, accessing private, State and Federal resources, and more.

This event is part of a series of regional conferences hosted by the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives across the country and around the world. These events are designed to connect frontline nonprofit organizations with resources to help strengthen and expand the services they offer andfacilitate opportunities to network with community partners and government officials. Breakout sessions will feature information on State and Federal grants and practical guidance on the grant-writing process; opportunities for non-financial collaboration between government and nonprofit programs; and successful practices of effective human service organizations.

The conference is free, but pre-registration is required. Registration is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register online at www.fbci.gov by Friday, August 8^th. While online registration is strongly encouraged, those who are unable to register online may print and complete the attached form and fax it to 703-299-4589. If you are not able to view this file, please call 202-456-6708 to have a form faxed to you. To cancel a registration, please send an email to fbci@dtihq.com or a fax to the number listed above so we may accommodate as many people as possible.

Visit the conference section of www.fbci.gov to learn more about the conference workshops.

For more information, please send an email to fbci@dtihq.com or visit www.fbci.gov.

This actor posing as George Washington greets a young visitor to the rotunda of the National Archives during rededication ceremonies. Photo courtesy of the National Archives.

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