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MS HR109

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/20/2013

Primary Sponsor

Sonya Williams-Barnes

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends and congratulates St. John Baptist Church in Gulfport on its 89th anniversary, celebrated on March 17, 2013
  • Acknowledges the church's origins in 1924 with unofficial meetings and official organization in 1925 by Reverend Royston, recognizing its history of spiritual leadership and community service
  • Recognizes the church's resilience through major transitions including surviving Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and relocating from its 28th Street location to Dedeaux Road in 2010 when the property was purchased for Port of Gulfport expansion
  • Extends recognition to current pastor Reverend Luther W. Fairley, who has led the church since February 2, 1996, and the various pastors and deacons who contributed to the church's growth and spiritual development
  • Directs that copies of the resolution be furnished to Reverend Fairley and the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

St. John Baptist Church; commend spiritual excellence upon the occasion of its 89th year anniversary.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/20/2013

Committee Referrals

Rules3/14/2013

Full Bill Text

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