Whereas, throughout our history, both as a state and as individuals, Texans have been strengthened, assured and lifted up through prayer; it seems right and fitting that the people of Texas should join together in prayer to humbly seek an end to this devastating drought and these dangerous wildfires.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Texas Governor Declares This Weekend As "Days of Prayer for Rain"
On Thursday, Texas Governor Rick Perry issued a Proclamation (full text) declaring April 22 to 24 as "Days of Prayer for Rain in the State of Texas." His proclamation recites that Texas is in the midst of an exceptional drought and explains:
