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GA HR1942

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/18/2014

Primary Sponsor

Carl Von Epps

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution recognizing and commending Zion Hill Baptist Church for 138 years of dedicated service to the community, introduced by Representative Epps of the 132nd district
  • Zion Hill Baptist Church was organized in 1876 by Will Colton, Sam McGhee, Jim Spear, and Reverend Henry Mullins and has worshiped in four different church buildings over its history
  • The church's third building, constructed in 1966 under Reverend H. G. Reeves (who served 1958–1971), burned to the ground during renovations in 1976, with neighboring churches opening their doors to the displaced congregation
  • Reverend E. L. Jimerson serves as the current pastor, leading the congregation in community and humanitarian service
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Zion Hill Baptist Church

Legislative Description

Zion Hill Baptist Church; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/18/2014

Full Bill Text

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