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GA HR1608
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/19/2018
Primary Sponsor
Sandra Scott
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AI Summary
- Recognizes and commends Archbishop Ruth W. Smith Holmes for receiving the Astute Spiritual Foundation Community Pillar Award
- Archbishop Holmes was ordained in 1991 and became the first woman consecrated to the office of bishop over an international association or diocese worldwide
- Serves as senior pastor and archbishop of the Light of the World Christian Tabernacle International, headquartered in Stockbridge, Georgia, and was the catalyst behind founding the Light of the World Christian Academy
- Was instrumental in bringing about school desegregation in Hale County, Alabama, and has been active in community organizations including Adopt a Student, the United Way, and the Chamber of Commerce
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Archbishop Holmes
Legislative Description
Holmes, Archbishop Ruth W. Smith; receiving the Astute Spiritual Foundation Community Pillar Award; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/19/2018
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