MS HR98

Commends and congratulates New Town Missionary Baptist Church in Charleston, Mississippi, on its 150th anniversary being commemorated on August 23, 2015.

Recognizes the church's founding during slavery under Spring Hill Baptist Church and Reverend Porter, with first organization by Reverend Hampton Clemmons.

Acknowledges the church's significant milestones including relocation to North Pleasant Street in 1878, construction of a new building in October 1901, and acquisition of 30 pews transported from Oakland, Mississippi.

Honors the church's current leadership under Reverend Derrick Williams Sr. and notes its commitment to youth education and community service.

Directs that copies of the resolution be provided to New Town Missionary Baptist Church and the Capitol Press Corps.