Contents tagged with memorial service
Filed in: Public Prayer | by Jay Sekulow | 12:28 PM Sep. 7, 2011
Americans Understand Importance of Prayer on 9/11
Prayer is powerful. Americans have traditionally turned to God in times of crisis and this was no more true than on 9/11. As we are just days away from the 10th anniversary of the devastating terrorist attacks of September 11th, the American people are taking a stand – sending a powerful message to Mayor Bloomberg that prayer should be included in the memorial service at Ground Zero. Over 35,000 Americans have signed on to our letter urging New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg to reverse... Continue Reading
Filed in: Public Prayer | by ACLJ.org | 9:49 AM Sep. 7, 2011
Jay Sekulow talks to Sean Hannity about Prayer at 9/11 Ceremony
Jay Sekulow, ACLJ Chief Counsel, appeared on the Sean Hannity radio program making the case for why prayer and clergy at the 9/11 memorial service is not only constitutional but most appropriate for this solemn occasion. Sekulow debated the president of American Atheists who continued his assault on people of all faiths. Listen as Jay Sekulow explains how prayer at a public memorial is part of America’s tradition and heritage and should be permitted on the 10th anniversary of 9/11.... Continue Reading
Filed in: Public Prayer | by Jay Sekulow | 9:30 AM Sep. 6, 2011
Mayor Bloomberg Include Prayer on 9/11
On Sunday, September 11, 2011, America will pause to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the most horrific terrorist attack our nation has ever seen. We will remember those who lost their lives, celebrate the heroism of those who risked their lives to save others that day, and pray for the families who are still dealing with the horror of 9/11 to this day. Mayor Bloomberg's decision to exclude clergy of any faith and prayer from the 9/11 memorial is now drawing considerable criticism. As Jorda... Continue Reading
Filed in: Public Prayer | by ACLJ.org | 3:16 PM Sep. 2, 2011
Jay Sekulow on Sean Hannity Show about Bloomberg's Decision to Keep Prayer Out of 9/11 Memorial
Jay Sekulow, ACLJ Chief Counsel, appeared on the Sean Hannity radio program to discuss Mayor Bloomberg's disturbing decision to ban clergy - of all faiths - and prayer from the 9/11 tenth anniversary memorial service. Listen as Jay Sekulow breaks through the facade of political correctness and explains the important role prayer played immediately following 9/11. He also explains why it is legal and appropriate for prayer to be included in the tenth anniversary ceremonies.... Continue Reading
Filed in: Public Prayer | by Jordan Sekulow | 12:27 PM Sep. 2, 2011
America’s Mayor Calls for Prayer on 9/11
Former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani has joined the chorus of leaders calling for prayer and clergy to have a role in the 9/11 10th anniversary memorial service, saying: "If I were the mayor, . . . I'd have a religious presence there. . . . It could be done very simply by just having a priest, a rabbi, a minister and an imam together and say a little prayer at the beginning." Giuliani recently explained in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, "Hundreds and thousands of families tur... Continue Reading
Filed in: Public Prayer | by Jordan Sekulow | 10:01 AM Sep. 1, 2011
A Prayer for 9/11
In America, public prayer is unifying. At memorials, Americans pray. At inaugurations, Americans pray. At funerals, Americans pray. Americans pray before going to war, and Americans pray when the fighting stops. Americans pray in times of sadness and times of joy. America has a National Day of Prayer because the nation respects prayer’s unique role in the past, the present, and the future. Prayer brings people together and changes lives. So many of those devastated by the terrorist attac... Continue Reading