Gov. Stitt declares Thursday as 'day of prayer and fasting' for those affected by COVID-19

GOVERNOR STITT DECLARES DEC. 3 AS STATEWIDE DAY OF PRAYER AND FASTING FOR ALL OKLAHOMANS AFFECTED BY COVID-19  OKLAHOMA CITY (Nov. 30, 2020) – Governor Kevin Stitt announced today he is declaring Thursday, Dec. 3 as a statewide day of prayer and fasting for all Oklahomans affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  “Oklahomans have always turned to prayer to guide us through trials and seasons of uncertainty, and I am asking Oklahomans of all faiths and religious backgrounds to join together with me on Thursday,” said Gov. Stitt. “I believe we must continue to ask God to heal those who are sick, comfort those who are hurting and provide renewed strength and wisdom to all who are managing the effects of COVID-19.”  Gov. Stitt also encourages churches and other houses of worship to continue taking precautions to slow the spread of COVID-19 and to care for vulnerable members of their congregations.  “I believe our churches and faith communities have an incredible opportunity during this season to provide hope to Oklahomans who are struggling as we close a year that has been mentally, emotionally and physically draining,” said Gov. Stitt. “It’s important that we continue to find safe ways to gather as we all do our part to protect our families, neighbors and communities from this virus.”  To read the proclamation, click here.  by Jamison Faught - December 01, 2020 at 10:45AM

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