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GA HR1944

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

  • Recognizes and commends Bethlehem Baptist Church on the occasion of its 147th anniversary, honoring its history of community and humanitarian service
  • Bethlehem Baptist Church was founded in 1867 by Reverend James Gray and 36 members in a wooden structure along the Chattahoochee River in Troup County, Georgia
  • Reverend W. T. Edmondson became pastor in 1984 and oversaw the addition of new ministries, beautification projects, a new sanctuary, and taped services
  • In 2001, Bethlehem Baptist Church became the second African American church in Troup County to join the Southern Baptist Association
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit a copy of the resolution to Bethlehem Baptist Church

Legislative Description

Bethlehem Baptist Church; 147th anniversary; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/18/2014

Full Bill Text

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