Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen is drawing criticism for using a portrayal of a Muslim girl for his annual Christmas card, Fox News reported.
The front of the card shows a painting of a Muslim girl Bredsen met in Afghanistan last March. The back of the card has message from the governor that says while it may seem odd to put a portrait of a Muslim on a Christmas card, the season should serve as a reminder that God loves His children most of all.
Bredesen also said he wished for peace and hope for the woman and her country.
Maury Davis, pastor of Cornerstone Church in Nashville, said the governor's decision to combine Islam and Christianity for a Christmas card could be interpreted as an insult to Christianity.
Bredesen disagreed, saying only that the card speaks for itself.
