Christianity Legislation - Federal Government

Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the United States should support the independence of Kosovo in accordance with its currently constituted borders; (2) the government of Kosovo should develop a cooperative relationship with the government of Serbia in recognition of its legitimate interests in the safety of the Serb population in Kosovo and in the protection and preservation of the patrimonial sites of the Serbian Orthodox Church in Kosovo; and (3) the government of Serbia should seize the opportunity presented by Kosovo's independence to focus its energies toward achieving a peaceful future through regional cooperation and integration into Euro-Atlantic institutions and toward the establishment of constructive relations with the government of Kosovo.

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Recognizes the important contributions to the U.S. economy of the live-cut Christmas tree industry, Christmas tree growers, and persons employed in the live-cut Christmas tree industry.

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Expresses the condolences of the nation to the family of Bishop Gilbert Earl Patterson, the Temple of Deliverance Congregation, and the Church of God in Christ.

Recognizes the life and accomplishments of Bishop Patterson.

Condemns the April 2007 murders of the three Christian workers in Turkey.

Supports the government of Turkey's efforts to investigate and prosecute those individuals responsible in order to underline the defense of all residents and citizens of Turkey from attacks by Islamic extremists.

Urges the government of Turkey to: (1) take further steps to ensure that religious minority groups in Turkey are protected from such acts of terror by Islamic extremists; and (2) promote freedom of speech and peaceful religious expression in Turkey.

Supports the goals of the Ten Commandments Commission and recognizes the vital contributions of America's tens of thousands of spiritual leaders, churches, synagogues, fellowships, ministries, and organizations participating in Ten Commandments Weekend.

Congratulates the Ten Commandments Commission and all supporting spiritual leaders, churches, synagogues, fellowships, ministries, and organizations for their key role in promoting and ensuring recognition of the Ten Commandments as the cornerstone of Western law.

Congratulates the Focus on the Family radio program, its staff, and its founder and chairman, James Dobson, for their excellence in radio programming and the program's worthy induction the National Radio Hall of Fame.

Honors the life of the Reverend Billy Graham on the occasion of his 90th birthday.

Recognizes his decades of public service and commitment to furthering the faith of Christians around the world.

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Designates September 2008 as Gospel Music Heritage Month.

Recognizes the great contributions to the culture of the United States derived from the rich heritage of gospel music and gospel music artists.

Recognizes the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the world.

Acknowledges: (1) the international religious and historical importance of Christmas and the Christian faith; and (2) the role of Christians and Christianity in the founding of the United States and in the formation of the western civilization.

Rejects bigotry and persecution directed against Christians.

Expresses support for and respect to Christians in the United States and throughout the world.

Condemns the activities of the Waft (or Islamic Trust) at the site of the Temple Mount and deplores the destruction of artifacts vitally important to Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths.