In God We Trust
"In 1864, in the midst of the Civil War, the phrase “In God We Trust” appeared on U.S. coins which has become the unique identifier of American currency. This statement reflected the American sense that we did not trust in our material well-being but in the grace of God. It reflected the sentiments of the 54 men who, with a firm Reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, signed the Declaration of Independence. It was fitting then that, 92 years after putting the motto on our currency, on July 30,1956 President Dwight D. Eisenhower, signed the law making “In God We Trust” our national motto. Today we celebrate 60 years of having a motto that sets us apart from all the other nations of the world in that we officially recognize that our security and our hope for the future still rely on the protection of Divine Providence. I hope and pray that not only for the next 60 years, but as long as our nation exists, that our nation will continue to place its trust in God."
