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IL SR0992
Resolution
AI Summary
- Bishop Arthur M. Brazier of Chicago passed away on October 22, 2010, and the Illinois Senate expresses mourning for his death.
- Bishop Brazier served in the U.S. Army during World War II, became pastor of the Apostolic Church of God in 1960, and led the church for 48 years until his retirement in 2008, growing its membership to 20,000 people.
- He founded The Woodlawn Organization, a South Side community organization active in the civil rights movement, and invited Martin Luther King Jr. to Chicago in 1966 to protest segregated schools and housing.
- Bishop Brazier spearheaded creation of the Woodlawn Children's Promise Zone to enhance educational experiences and academic standards for school-aged children in the Woodlawn community.
- A suitable copy of the resolution shall be presented to his family, including his wife Esther Isabelle, one son, three daughters, 7 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
Legislative Description
MEMORIAL-ARTHUR BRAZIER
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
11/4/2010
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