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GA SR1433
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/13/2010
Primary Sponsor
Ralph Hudgens
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AI Summary
- Recognizes the life and legacy of Reverend Silas Johnson, born in the mid-1800s in Georgia, for his spiritual leadership and commitment to teaching the Gospel
- Founded four churches: Springhill Baptist Church in Philomath, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Rayle, Lyonsville Baptist Church in Lyonsville, and White Rock Baptist Church in Wilkes County
- Played a vital role in developing Christian churches throughout Oglethorpe County and surrounding communities and ordained a large number of ministers and deacons
- Recognized for uniting Black and white Christians to worship together at a time when doing so was unpopular, and for educating those seeking spiritual knowledge
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to each of the four churches Reverend Johnson founded
Legislative Description
Johnson, Rev. Silas; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
4/13/2010
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