According to a proclamation made by the state governor, Thursday marks a day of prayer for the oil sector in the shale-rich state of Oklahoma. Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin revised a proclamation that called on Christians to observe Oct. 13 as a day of prayer for the oil sector to include members of all faiths. The decree states that people of all faiths recognize oil was “created by God.” The state government, for its part, recognized oil and gas companies have made significant contributions to the economy, as well as having a “faith-based impact.” “Therefore, I, Mary Fallin, governor, do hereby proclaim Oct. 13, 2016, as Oilfield Prayer Day,” the proclamation states. Oklahoma is one of the most significant […]

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