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SC H5185
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Williams
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AI Summary
- Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Darlington, South Carolina celebrated its 160th anniversary on February 11, 2026
- Founded on February 11, 1866, by Reverend I.P. Brockenton (an ex-slave from Lee County) along with Dr. Charles Henry Corey and Reverend James Hamilton, with 13 charter members who withdrew from First Baptist Church in Darlington
- The church purchased its first land and building in December 1866 for $300, moved to its current site in 1922, and occupied a new house of worship there in 1935
- Nine pastors have served the church over 160 years, with Reverend Brockenton serving the longest tenure of 42 years (1866-1908)
- The church established Macedonia Life Skills 501(c)(3) and provides community services including an emergency food pantry, USDA food distributions, summer feeding programs for children, and tutoring programs for public school students
Legislative Description
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church 160th Anniversary
Last Action
Introduced and adopted
2/17/2026
Full Bill Text
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