05/25/2026
A reminder was shared during service yesterday about the 2 pm pause on Memorial Day, echoing 'Lest we forget.' The National Moment of Remembrance, which was established by Congress in 2000, invites all Americans to observe a 60-second pause at 2:00 PM local time to pay homage to the sacrifices of U.S. military personnel. This moment seeks to preserve the sanctity and significance of Memorial Day, steering the focus toward honor and sacrifice. Various ways to observe this moment include participating in a moment of silence, offering prayers, listening to 'Taps,' pausing activities for reflection, and honoring those who have served. The 2:00 PM observance time was chosen for its likelihood of uniting Americans during family gatherings or leisure time, creating a universal moment of reflection. This moment resonates with the biblical message 'Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.' — The Gospel of John 15:13.
