Sen. Tipping welcomes Orono faith leader to the State House

Posted: February 22, 2023 | Senator Tipping

AUGUSTA — On Tuesday, Feb. 14, Sen. Mike Tipping, D-Orono, and other members of the Legislature welcomed the Rev. Malcolm Himschoot of the Church of Universal Fellowship in Orono to give the opening prayer for the Senate.

“It was a privilege to have Rev. Himschoot come down to the State House to give the opening prayer on Tuesday,” said Sen. Tipping. “Malcolm is a well-loved member of our community who preaches compassion, understanding and support for our neighbors.”

Faith leaders are invited from around the state to give the opening prayer on days when the legislature convenes for session days. Those wishing to sign up to deliver the opening prayer should contact Alex Ferguson in the Senate Secretary’s office at Alex.Ferguson@legislature.maine.gov or 207-287-1540.

Rev. Malcolm Himschoot (left) with Sen. Mike Tipping (right) inside the Senate Chamber
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