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AL HR481

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/1/2014

Primary Sponsor

John Merrill

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2014

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Alberta Baptist Church and LifePointe Church of God for rebuilding after tornado damage on April 27, 2011, that destroyed both worship buildings in Alberta and Cottondale, Alabama

  • Alberta Baptist Church rebuilt with insurance and donations, achieving nearly debt-free status while increasing outreach despite decreased membership numbers

  • LifePointe Church of God (formerly Alberta Church of God) relocated to Cottondale during rebuilding and grew membership from 60 to over 300 members

  • Both congregations moved into new buildings in February 2014, almost three years after the tornado, and are commended for perseverance and renewed commitment to their communities

  • House of Representatives extends congratulations to both churches and extends best wishes for their future

Legislative Description

Alberta Baptist Church and the LifePointe Church of God, tornado damaged churches, rebuilt, recognized

Resolutions, Congratulatory

Last Action

Joint Rule 11

4/1/2014

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