Hawaii-2010-HR269-Introduced

WHEREAS, the people of Hawaii are proud to recognize those unique individuals who selflessly give so much of their time, energies, and talents to faithfully serve the community and contribute to the overall well-being of the state; and

WHEREAS, throughout history, religious institutions and the moral and ethical values they instill upon society, have been the cornerstone upon which nations have been created, grown, and flourished; and

WHEREAS, PASTOR ELWIN P. AHU has contributed greatly to the success of New Hope Christian Fellowship through his outreach and fellowship efforts, touching the lives of thousands across the state; and

WHEREAS, PASTOR ELWIN P. AHU’s devotion and dedication to sharing the Gospel of Christ continues to serve as a shining beacon of inspiration for those who are blessed with his leadership; and

WHEREAS, PASTOR ELWIN P. AHU uses his skills and experience as a former Circuit Court Judge to mentor future leaders; and

WHEREAS, PASTOR ELWIN P. AHU has also been blessed with the love and support of his wife, Joy, and two sons, Brandon and Jared;

WHEREAS, through his tireless efforts as Prison Ministry Pastor, ROY YAMAMOTO JR., has contributed greatly to the success of New Hope Christian Fellowship through his outreach and fellowship to thousands of Hawaii inmates here in the islands and throughout the United States; and

WHEREAS, PASTOR ROY YAMAMOTO JR., has founded the New Start Ministry, comprised of over 400 volunteers, that helps ex-inmates transition and reconnect with their families, and the community; and

WHEREAS, in addition to his efforts in correctional institutions, PASTOR ROY YAMAMOTO JR., has engaged in numerous speaking opportunities with youth regarding the dangers of illegal drug use by sharing his personal testimony at schools and outreach programs; and

WHEREAS, PASTOR ROY YAMAMOTO JR. has been able to accomplish these tasks with the love and devotion that only a child can provide, that from his daughter Kristen; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the Twenty-fifth Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2010, that this body hereby commends PASTOR ELWIN P. AHU and PASTOR ROY YAMAMOTO JR. for their commitment to the spiritual health of the people of Hawaii, recognizes their important contributions to the New Hope Christian Fellowship, and expresses to them its warmest aloha and best wishes for continued success in all future endeavors.

	OFFERED BY:	_____________________________

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Elwin P. Ahu; Roy Yamamoto Jr.; New Hope Christian Fellowship

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES	H.R. NO.	269
TWENTY-FIFTH LEGISLATURE, 2010
STATE OF HAWAII