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Thu Apr 9, 2020, 03:44 PM Apr 2020

Kim Reynolds' job title is governor. Not Christian faith leader

Thursday, Apr 9 2020
Laura Belin


Governor Kim Reynolds has urged Iowans to “unite in prayer” today in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In a proclamation presenting elements of Christian theology as fact, Reynolds declared April 9 to be a “Day of Prayer” statewide. An accompanying news release invited the public to participate in the Iowa Prayer Breakfast, which was held virtually this morning. The annual event features Christian faith leaders.

Reynolds and Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg appeared in their official capacity at the breakfast, via separate video links. Speaking from the state emergency operations center with the state flag and seal of Iowa visible behind her, Reynolds hailed the effort to keep “glorifying Jesus Christ through the public affirmation of His sovereignty over our state and our nation.” From the Capitol building, Gregg observed that “Christ’s love for us” will never change, even in challenging times.

A public health emergency is no excuse for elected officials to promote religion, especially not a specific faith tradition.

PUTTING AN OFFICIAL STAMP ON CHRISTIAN BELIEFS


Reynolds declared a Sunday in April 2019 to be a day of prayer in response to an “unprecedented disaster caused by blizzard conditions, widespread flooding, and high winds.” That proclamation had generic references to God and “God’s love” and encouraged “individuals to pray on their own or with others, according to their own faith, in an expression of faith and hope.”

This year, the governor went much further to endorse Christianity. Her latest proclamation quoted a passage from the New Testament (Romans 12:12) as guidance for everyone.

WHEREAS, God’s word teaches us to “Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying”


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