Washington, April 2 -- Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata issued the following press release:
Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata released the following statement celebrating Easter:
"He is risen! As Christians, we have been proclaiming this wonderful message of hope for two millenia. On this Easter Sunday, we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
"In American Samoa, we are a people of faith. Thank you to each of our pastors, church congregations, musicians, and faithful hearts throughout our islands for your dedication all year, and especially for your part in this joyful celebration each year to conclude Holy Week and consider the blessed hope in Jesus.
"May our Easter Sunday services be filled with praise, prayer, and gratitud...