Governor's Column - December 21
by Governor Matt Blunt
Christmas Message
Merry Christmas! The Christmas Season is a time to give to others, to share the love of Christ and the miracle of His birth, and His message of peace, love and goodwill towards all men.
The Christmas Season's generous spirit of giving benefits both Missouri families in need as well as our state's many worthy charitable organizations. The selfless good deeds of Missouri's charitable organizations and countless volunteers have not gone unnoticed, and I am thankful for those who donate their time and resources for charity. It is important for us to maintain that spirit of giving not just during the holidays but throughout the year to help ensure that charitable organizations continue to share a message of hope.
As we gather with our families and friends this Christmas it is my hope that all Missourians will remember our military heroes serving abroad and pray for their safe return to their families. My Christmas wish for our airmen, soldiers, sailors and marines is that they will continue to feel the love and support from not only their families and friends, but also from our state and nation. I pray that each one of them is brought safely home.
Melanie and William Branch join me in wishing you and your family a blessed Christmas and a joyous New Year.