Governor Martz Declares Friday, September 14 as Montana Day of Prayer and Remembrance

Helena, MT-In conjunction with President George W. Bush, and as a show of support for those directly affected by Tuesday’s terrorist attacks, Governor Judy Martz has declared Friday, September 14, as a ‘Day of Prayer and Remembrance’ for Montana.

“We are observing this Day of Prayer and Remembrance to show that we in Montana care for the victims, their families and others who have been directly affected,” said Governor Martz. “I encourage all individuals in their own way to reflect, mourn and pray for those who have been impacted by these tragic events.”

Throughout Montana’s Day of Prayer and Remembrance, government office functions will continue, and no state offices will be closed. Governor Martz encourages Montanans to go to work, school or their other daily activities, and use the noon hour for prayer in their churches, offices or at their schools.

“As we work to serve the citizens of Montana, we will not cease the functions of our government out of fear,” said Governor Martz. “Those who committed these heinous acts will learn that America is strong and united.”

The Governor also encourages all Montanans to show their support for our President and our country by flying the American flag at their homes or in other appropriate areas, day and night. According to Adjutant General John E. Prendergast, flags can be flown 24 hours a day as long as a porch light is left on close to the flag during the night.

“Flying the American flag at your homes shows that, in spite of these tragedies, we are all united under one flag, and proud to be Americans” said Governor Martz.

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