IL HR1256

Congratulates Salem First Baptist Church congregation on the occasion of the church's 175th anniversary

Traces the church's founding to Dr. John Mason Peck's 1832 ministry visit to establish a Sunday school in Salem

Recognizes that Salem First Baptist Church was formally organized on November 9, 1837, with 12 charter members including Dr. Peck, W.F. Boyakin, Nathan Arnot, and Mary P. Rand

Notes the church will celebrate its 175th anniversary on October 6 and October 7, 2012

Directs presentation of a suitable copy of the resolution to Salem First Baptist Church as a symbol of respect and esteem