The Patriarchate of Saint Stephen Day and Humanitarian Day

Proclamation

By the Governor of Alabama

WHEREAS, the Old Roman Catholic Patriarchate of St. Stephen has a long history of providing humanitarian and charitable service through its mandate of mission, service, and charity, following the example of Saint Stephen the Deacon and Protomartyr; and

WHEREAS, the Patriarchate promotes and facilitates selfless service through its own and other organizations; and

WHEREAS, the Patriarchate has provided valuable contributions to the preservation of ecclesiastical and secular history through dedicated research and the publication of books, articles, and other media; and

WHEREAS, the Patriarchate remains an important historical remnant of ancient Christian ecclesiastical history; and

WHEREAS, the Patriarchate has served in diverse ways within the State of Alabama:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim August 3^rd, 2016, as

The Patriarchate of Saint Stephen Day and Humanitarian Day

in the State of Alabama.

Given Under My Hand and the Great Seal of the Office of the Governor at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 1st day of August 2016.

Robert Bentley

Governor