Pre-inauguration prayer and prep
I have two interesting bits of news to share about the upcoming presidential inauguration of Barack Obama.
The Christian Defense Coalition has been issued a permit to conduct a pro-life vigil and display along the parade route during the event set for Jan. 20.
The group plans to display 25 large signs on Pennsylvania showing the development of life from conception until birth.
“It is critical that moments after Barack Obama takes the oath as the 44th President of the United States he drive by a visible reminder of those who will have no voice or rights in his administration,” the Rev. Patrick J. Mahoney, the coalition’s director, said in a news release.
“While millions will be celebrating along the Inaugural Parade route, we will be speaking ‘truth to power’ and calling for justice and equality for all Americans.”
Meanwhile, Mahoney participated in a prayer service today that included anointing the doorway Obama will pass through on his way to the platform to be sworn in. The Rev. Rob Schenck of Faith and Action also participated in the service.
“Anointing with oil is a rich tradition both in the bible and in the history of the U.S. Capitol,” Schenck said in a news release.
“Oil symbolizes consecration, or setting something apart for God’s use. George Washington used oil during the dedication of the U.S. Capitol. We used oil today to set apart the walkway and doors that will be the literal right (sic) of passage for Barack Obama as he ascends to the highest office in our land.”
(AP PHOTO: People walk past scaffolding used to support bleacher seats along Pennsylvania Avenue at Freedom Plaza in Washington on Jan. 3. The location is part of the parade route to be used for the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama.)
Carla Hinton
Religion Editor
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