Bill Text: GA HR469 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church; 50th anniversary; recognize
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2011-03-02 - House Read and Adopted [HR469 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2011-HR469-Introduced.html
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House
Resolution 469
By:
Representative Heckstall of the
62nd
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church on the occasion of its 50th
anniversary; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
the seeds which were sown by the loving and humble efforts of the devoted
original worshipers of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church have blossomed,
establishing a rich tradition and history; and
WHEREAS,
organized in 1961 by a group of Baptist ministers and dedicated Christian
workers, St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church has grown under the divine direction
of numerous pastors over the years, allowing the Word of God to spread
throughout the community; and
WHEREAS,
pastors of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church that have been called by the Lord
to lead the congregation have included Reverend Carl H. Moncrieff, Sr., Reverend
G.J. Lawrence, and Reverend Clayton Eugene Taylor; and
WHEREAS,
the congregation of this church has compiled an unparalleled record of
constructive, compassionate, and humanitarian service which it demonstrates
daily through open minds, open hearts, and open doors; and
WHEREAS,
members of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church have a sincere desire to serve the
Lord and are wholeheartedly committed to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ;
and
WHEREAS,
this year, St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church celebrates its 50th anniversary
with homecoming events and worship services, inviting all current and former
members, friends, and community associates to celebrate; and
WHEREAS,
it is abundantly fitting and proper that this enduring example of God's message
of peace and love be recognized and congratulated for its innumerable good works
rendered on behalf of persons in need.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body recognize the rich history of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church,
commend its 50 years of dedicated service to the Lord and community, and extend
their warmest best wishes for its continued growth and success.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to St. Paul
Missionary Baptist Church's Reverend Clayton Eugene Taylor.
