Bill Text: GA SR1544 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Oasis of Hope Church of God in Conyers, Georgia; congregation; recognize

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 2-0)

Status: (Passed) 2010-04-27 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR1544 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-SR1544-Enrolled.html

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10 LC 94 3345

Senate Resolution 1544

By: Senators Ramsey, Sr. of the 43rd and Buckner of the 44th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending the congregation of the Oasis of Hope Church of God in Conyers, Georgia, for their service as a Host Congregation for Family Promise of NewRock; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the congregation of the Oasis of Hope Church of God in Conyers, Georgia, has recognized that poverty is a problem that stems from many sources and requires a multifaceted response; and

WHEREAS, under the divine hands and guiding leadership of Pastor Maxwell C. Pierre, Oasis of Hope Church of God has become a Host Congregation for Family Promise of "NewRock," which is also referred to as the NewRock Interfaith Hospitality Network; and

WHEREAS, as a Host Congregation, Oasis of Hope Church of God has committed to providing lodging, meals, and caring hospitality for homeless children and their families in the community; and

WHEREAS, Oasis of Hope Church of God will provide trained volunteers to serve the guests in every area of need; and

WHEREAS, as a Host Congregation, Oasis of Hope Church of God will provide a person or persons to serve as a Primary Coordinator to recruit needed volunteers, attend scheduled meetings, and act as an intermediary between the congregation and the NewRock Interfaith Hospitality Network; and

WHEREAS, Oasis of Hope Church of God is committed to making a one-year commitment to promoting and publicizing the Family Promise Program within its congregation, promoting and supporting fundraising events, and to consider budgeting annual contributions to support the mission of Family Promise of NewRock; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the altruistic service of this fine church and its numerous contributions to the citizens of this state be appropriately recognized.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend Oasis of Hope Church of God for supporting Family Promise of NewRock as a Host Congregation and recognize the amazing impact the selfless service of this church will have upon countless Georgians in need.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Oasis of Hope Church of God's pastor, Maxwell C. Pierre.