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WHEREAS, Recent tragic events have highlighted the problem of school violence; and WHEREAS, Many Christian students and teachers have stood faithfully, courageously, and publicly for their faith in the midst of such violence--some even to the point of death--whose witness has resulted in many trusting Christ for salvation; and WHEREAS, This violence indicates a continued movement in our schools away from Christian values. Therefore, be it RESOLVED, that we, the messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention, meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, June 15-16, 1999, commend those students and teachers who have publicly stood for Christ even in the midst of violence in their schools; and Be it further RESOLVED, that we extend our sympathy and prayers to all those families who have been touched by school violence; and Be it finally RESOLVED, that we call on all Christians to pray for an end to violence in our schools and work toward a return to Christian values within our educational system. SBC Resolutions |
