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02/20/2006

Walk To Reclaim America Completes One-Fourth of Cross Country Journey

GALLUP, New Mexico, Feb. 20 /Christian Newswire/ -- Rick and Jane McKinney have just passed the one-quarter mark of their cross country walk. The walk began on January 1st at Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles and has covered over 776 miles. The McKinneys have walked on Interstate highways, local roads and streets, railroad tracks, across the Mojave Desert, over mountains and through streams.

The Walk To Reclaim America which will cover nearly 2900 miles and conclude in Washington D.C. on July 4th, 2006, is drawing attention to what Mr. McKinney says is the most important task before America today. "Our nation must return to the faith, freedoms, and family values of our Founding Fathers. These men were people of deep and abiding faith and there is a concerted effort by many in our country to ‘rewrite’ our country’s history devoid of that faith."

In addition to praying for our nation and its people as they walk, the McKinneys are speaking in churches whenever and wherever they are invited. "We want Christians to know that it’s not too late for our nation. We can still make a difference and reclaim this country for God if we will let our voice be heard," says McKinney.

"But the most exciting part of the walk by far has been interacting with people one on one," say Jane McKinney. "We have had the opportunity to speak with hundreds of people about the gospel. We have shared Jesus with people of different colors, different income levels, different jobs, and different religions. We’ve bought homeless people meals, prayed with people who are in need on the streets, helped semi- truck drivers get directions, assisted people with car trouble, and tried to spread the love of Christ to as many people as possible."

The McKinneys are currently walking through New Mexico and may be reached by calling their toll free number which is 1-866-462-7464. Further information about their walk (including maps, updates and pictures) can be obtained at their website, www.walktoreclaimamerica.com.

Christian Newswire