Tennessee Government Recognizes Lou Engle and TheCall Nashville

Christina Bednarz/AH : May 4, 2007
State of Tennessee, TheCall

"...inspired by the significance of the date 07/07/07, Lou Engle and organizers of TheCall Nashville believe that a gathering of fasting and praying Believers will bring about God's visiting America in an historic awakening...."

On April 9th, 2007 the One Hundred Fifth General Assembly of the State of Tennessee and the House of Representatives passed a resolution recognizing and blessing TheCall and Lou Engle, passed by the Tennessee state legislature.

A resolution is a deeper legislative act than a "proclamation". A resolution carries more weight of authority, and goes through a more complicated legal process before passing.

It passed both houses with 100% "ayes."

TheCall Nashville will take place on July 7th, 2007 at the Titans Stadium-LP Field in Nashville, Tennessee. It will be a gathering of all ages for the purpose of coming together in fasting and prayer, and crying out to the Lord on behalf of this nation.

For more information on TheCall Nashville, CLICK HERE.

The full text of the resolution honoring Lou Engle is provided below.

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Lou Engle for meritorious service to the citizens of Tennessee

SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION 262

WHEREAS, it is fitting that the members of this General Assembly should salute those citizens, who through their extraordinary efforts have distinguished themselves as religious leaders of whom we can all be proud; and

WHEREAS, one such noteworthy person is Lou Engle, Founder and President of TheCall; and

WHEREAS, TheCall has organized free-of-charge, non-denominational gatherings of tens of thousands of Christians in Washington, D.C., Boston, New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Australia, Germany, the Philippines, and England; on July 7, 2007, TheCall Nashville will be held at LP Field; and

WHEREAS, believing that Nashville is a representative for the Body of Christ across America, Lou Engle and TheCall are giving the city a chance to play a significant role in our nation's history; and

WHEREAS, inspired by the significance of the date 07/07/07, Lou Engle and organizers of TheCall Nashville believe that a gathering of fasting and praying believers will bring about God's visiting America in an historic awakening; and

WHEREAS, in addition to working closely with a wide spectrum of denominations and ministries, mobilization plans of TheCall Nashville include a presence at major music festivals and conferences, an internet viral campaign, cooperation with a large number of bands, and a comprehensive television and radio publicity plan; and

WHEREAS, the program for TheCall places a strong emphasis on prayer, worship, and repentance, with brief speaking segments that relate to the main topics being addressed; and

WHEREAS, as a pastor in this region and founder of such a notable and worthwhile gathering, Lou Engle epitomizes the spirit and commitment that are characteristic of a true Tennessean; and

WHEREAS, this General Assembly finds it appropriate to pause in its deliberations to acknowledge and applaud Lou Engle for his efforts on behalf of Believers in the State of Tennessee and our nation; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING, that we hereby honor and commend Lou Engle for his initiative, unfailing faith, and meritorious service to the State of Tennessee through his work with TheCall, and extend to him our best wishes for every future success.