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Council Votes to Retain Lord's Prayer, Rejects Pause

5/22/2026

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  • Council members voted to keep the Lord's Prayer in meetings, rejecting a pre-session reflection and a pause.
  • Reform council leader Linden Kemkaran said the amendment failed, arguing the prayer unites the country and reminds citizens of personal accountability.
  • Councillor Christopher Hespe praised the prayer as reflecting standards, patriotism and heritage, while Green councillor Rob Yates dismissed the changes as a ridiculous farce.