Patriotic Spirit

PATRIOTIC SPIRIT -- (House of Representatives - June 27, 2005)

(Ms. FOXX asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute.)

Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, it was my great pleasure this weekend to attend a wonderful patriotic program at Calvary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem entitled, ``Our Flag Was Still There.'' Interspersed with music and narration were reminders of times our country has been challenged and brave Americans have risen to the challenge.

As we approach the Fourth of July and all the celebrations attendant to it, it was gratifying to see a major church in our area doing its part to remind us of our heritage and inspire people to pray for our country. I quote Pastor Al Gilbert: ``The flag is the symbol that has much standing behind it. Today there are thousands of men and women wearing this flag on their sleeve and standing in harm's way. We must stand behind them as they stand for what is behind the flag. We remember those who made this a great Nation and we invite you to join us in praying for the needs of our country today.''

Associate Pastor Larry White: ``You are exercising your right to celebrate and worship freely in our great country. In light of the threat to the safety and peace our country has faced in recent years and our current world condition, we especially want to honor the men and women who sacrifice that we may be sustained. We salute you and your commitment to our country.''

I am grateful to all of the folks at Calvary, and all the other churches in our country that will have similar programs this weekend, for their patriotic spirit and their prayers.

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