Rep. Miller offered the following prayer:

House Resolution No. 81.

            A resolution to declare May 4, 2017, as Prayer Day in the state of Michigan .         Whereas, Times of prayer have been part of our country's heritage since they were first declared by the Continental Congress; and

            Whereas, The 66th observance of the National Day of Prayer will be held May 4, 2017, as recognized by both houses of Congress and by President Donald J. Trump; and

            Whereas, Leaders of our nation have relied upon prayer throughout American history; and

            Whereas, The Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963 states that the constitution was written in gratefulness to “Almighty God for the blessings of freedom;” and

            Whereas, Each chamber in the Michigan Legislature begins each session with prayer; therefore be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare May 4, 2017, as Prayer Day in the state of Michigan. We encourage the citizens of our nation to pray in his and her own manner, seeking God’s blessings on our families and government officials for personal renewal, moral awakening, and a new spirit of harmony across our land; and be it further

            Resolved, That we urge all Americans to join in observing this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.