HR 237 Summary

• Honors and commends Ella Bertha Joseph Bowman Jones for her exceptional legacy as a musician and community contributor in Alabama.

• Recognizes Mrs. Jones' 80+ years of service in music ministry, including serving as Minister of Music at First Baptist Church Graymont since age 12 and musician for Mt. Pilgrim District Association for over 50 years.

• Acknowledges her distinguished career as an educator, including adjunct professor at Simmons Baptist Bible College and employment with Birmingham City Schools and Montevallo High School.

• Notes her numerous awards and honors including 2011 Commitment Award, 2005 Mt. Pilgrim Baptist District Association Music Award, and 1996 Woman of the Year-Outstanding Community Service Award.

• Recognizes her community involvement including establishing a scholarship fund at Birmingham Easonian Baptist Bible College and sponsoring music scholarships for youth programs.