[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 19]
[Senate]
[Page 26950]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    IN HONOR OF NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK

 Mr. MILLER. Mr. President, I am honored and humbled to serve 
as the Senate Co-chairman of the 2003 National Bible Week. During the 
week of November 23 to 30, communities and churches across this Nation 
will participate in this fine tradition by reading and reflecting on 
the teachings of the Bible. I am very proud to be a part of this 
celebration and I salute the National Bible Association for its 
sponsorship of this annual event.
  The very first National Bible Week was organized in 1941, during 
World War II. Organizers created National Bible Week as a way to extend 
comfort and hope to our Nation during a troubled time. Today, in 2003, 
we are facing another troubled time when our country could use a dose 
of comfort and hope. The Holy Bible is our richest source of great 
inspiration, spiritual guidance and strength. That is why so many refer 
to it as their solid rock, their foundation.
  During National Bible Week, I encourage everyone to read the Bible 
every day and to pledge to continue to turn to this Good Book 
throughout the year. Reflecting on Scripture, using the Bible's stories 
to teach our children right from wrong, and seeking to appreciate the 
literature on which our great United States of America was established 
is always time well spent. I congratulate the National Bible 
Association for its dedication to the celebration of God's word, the 
Holy Bible.

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