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Recognizes and congratulates Mount Moriah Baptist Church of Spartanburg on its 162nd anniversary

Honors the church's founding in 1863 during the Emancipation Proclamation era, noting it became known as the first Negro Baptist church in Spartanburg

Acknowledges the church's growth from its original location on land donated by Joseph Young Sr. to a new sanctuary and administration building on South Church Street completed in 1977

Commends the church's community outreach including the St. Luke Free Medical Clinic, ministries for seniors, singles, children, teens, and health and wellness programs

Recognizes the May 21, 2023 installation of Reverend Dr. Larry T. Crudup as the church's new pastor