By Associated Press - Monday, January 29, 2018

TOPEKA, Kan. — Departing Gov. Sam Brownback wants Kansas residents to observe his final full day in office with prayer and fasting, but some critics are opting for pizza and beer.

The governor’s office issued its last proclamation, designating Tuesday as a “Day of Prayer and Fasting.” He’s resigning at 3 p.m. Wednesday to become U.S. ambassador-at-large for international religious freedom.

Critics posted plans on Facebook for a 24-hour “Bye Brownback” pizza and beer party starting at 3 p.m.

Brownback said in a statement Monday that he feels blessed to have served the state. He said he would like to observe a time of prayer and fasting before, in his words, “God takes me on to the next part of my journey.”

Fellow Republican Lt. Gov. Jeff Colyer will succeed Brownback as governor.

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