That religion or the duty which we owe to our Creator, and the manner of discharging it, can be directed only by reason and conviction, not by force or violence; and, therefore, all men are equally entitled to the free exercise of religion, according to the dictates of conscience; and that it is the mutual duty of all to practice Christian forbearance, love, and charity towards each other.



Today is the anniversary of the birth of Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) and alumni of his "academical village" at the University of Virginia honor the memory of the Founder by volunteering their time and service in some charitable endeavor. Many thousands of those alumni Cavaliers all over the world are engaged in such commemoration of Mr. Jefferson during this week.