[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 25502]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



        COMMEMORATING NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK, NOVEMBER 21-28, 1999

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                          HON. LAMAR S. SMITH

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 14, 1999

  Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to serve as a 
Congressional Co-Chairman for this year's celebration of National Bible 
Week. During this week of Thanksgiving and prayer, it is fitting that 
we take time to recognize the importance and significance of the Holy 
Bible and encourage all walks of life to embrace the Bible in their 
daily lives. I also want to thank Mr. William E. Simon for serving as 
National Chairperson for the 1999 National Bible Week.
  I commend the endeavors of the National Bible Association for setting 
aside this week to celebrate our common faith and to encourage others 
to read the Bible. It is in the Bible that we realize the wisdom of the 
Lord, and the true meaning of charity, love, and forgiveness. We must 
do more, through government and private action, to strengthen our 
families, care for our aging parents, and show hospitality to our 
neighbors. I am confident that in the Bible we, as a people and a world 
community, can find the answers to solving many of the problems we face 
in today's society.
  I encourage all people, young and old, man and woman, rich and poor, 
sick and healthy to open up your lives to the teachings of the Holy 
Bible.

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