Father's Day, 2007

Proclamation 8156 of June 11, 2007

Father's Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Father's Day, we reflect on the many ways that
fathers contribute to the lives of their children with
spoken words and unspoken kindness.

Fathers are one of the most important influences in the
lives of children, and their unconditional love is an
indispensable anchor of certainty and strength. By
placing their family's well-being above their own,
fathers provide children with an example of what it
means to be a responsible person. Through unwavering
devotion and daily sacrifice, fathers work to create an
environment where children are protected and
encouraged. Fathers instill in their children an
understanding of right and wrong and help them to grow
in confidence and character. These dedicated men strive
to give their sons and daughters the necessary
foundation to make good choices and lead lives of
purpose.

On Father's Day and throughout the year, we honor the
men who have taken on the great joy and responsibility
of fatherhood, and we celebrate their extraordinary
impact and influence. All Americans are especially
grateful to the many fathers who are serving their
country as members of the Armed Forces, and we lift
them and their loved ones up in prayer.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, in accordance with a joint
resolution of the Congress approved April 24, 1972, as
amended (36 U.S.C. 109), do hereby proclaim June 17,
2007, as Father's Day. I encourage all Americans to
express admiration and appreciation to fathers for
their many contributions to our Nation's children. I
direct the appropriate officials of the Government to
display the flag of the United States on all Government
buildings on this day. I also call upon State and local
governments and citizens to observe this day with
appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
eleventh day of June, in the year of our Lord two
thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United
States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.