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GA SR899
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/4/2016
Primary Sponsor
Michael Dugan
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 4, 2016, as Catholic Day at the Georgia state capitol and commends Catholic faith members for their commitment to the spiritual and temporal welfare of the state
- Notes the Catholic presence in Georgia dates to the 16th century, when Franciscan friars operated mission stations from St. Augustine to the Savannah River
- Highlights that the Catholic Church in Georgia serves all 159 counties with over one million members across 171 parishes, missions, and mission stations, along with 12 high schools, 35 elementary schools, and six health care facilities
- Acknowledges the Archdiocese of Atlanta (elevated from diocese status in 1962) and the Diocese of Savannah (established July 3, 1850) for their service to all people, including refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, Bishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, and Auxiliary Bishops Luis Zarama and David Talley
Legislative Description
Catholic Day; recognize February 4
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/4/2016
Full Bill Text
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