HJR61 Summary

• Celebrates the completion of the Dr. C.L. Hogue Activity Center at New Greater First Missionary Baptist Church, completed on December 28, 2021.

• Chronicles the church's "THREE Cs" mission (Clergy, Church, and Community) presented in 2014 and the subsequent acquisition of two adjacent properties in 2015 for the activity center project.

• Documents the construction timeline including ground breaking on December 15, 2019, construction start on February 17, 2020, and resumption in mid-April 2020 following pandemic-related interruptions.

• Recognizes Pastor Carlton L. Hogue's leadership and the congregation's financial commitment and faithfulness throughout the project, with average online service attendance of 86 families per Sunday during pandemic shutdowns.

• Commends the New Greater First Missionary Baptist Church for completing the project and conveys the legislature's congratulations and best wishes.