    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1998, Book I)]
    [April 9, 1998]
    [Pages 547-548]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Message on the Observance of Easter, 1998
    April 9, 1998

        Warm greetings to everyone celebrating Easter.
        Just as nature renews the earth each spring, so does the celebration
    of the resurrection of Jesus Christ enliven our spirits. During this
    holy season, Christians across America and throughout the world rejoice
    at the good news of salvation and the re-creation of God's perfect
    world.
        On this day of hope and joy, we are also in the midst of one of the
    most challenging and exciting periods in our nation's history. From the
    life of Jesus, we can draw strength for the vital tasks that lie before
    us: to unite our nation of diverse races, cultures, and backgrounds; to
    widen the circle of opportunity for all our people; and to build lasting
    bridges of understanding and respect among the nations of the world.
        As Americans gather at sunrise services and in churches across the
    country, Hillary joins me in extending best wishes for a blessed Easter.

                                                                Bill Clinton

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    Note: This message was made available by the Office of the Press
    Secretary on April 9.