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SC S0763

Resolution

Status

Passed

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Russell Ott

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Bethlehem United Methodist Church (founded 1868) and Mount Nebo United Methodist Church (founded 1888) merged to form Triune United Methodist Church, with the merger celebrated on August 10, 2025
  • Bethlehem was established just five years after the Emancipation Proclamation, with Mr. Prince S. Murph leading efforts to acquire the land for the church
  • Mount Nebo began on land given to Alex Gaffney in 1888, starting as a Bush Harbor, then a tent, and later a permanent building that was rebuilt after a fire
  • The South Carolina Senate formally recognizes and honors the members and leadership of Triune United Methodist Church upon the occasion of their merger
  • A copy of the resolution will be presented to the leadership of Triune United Methodist Church

Legislative Description

Bethlehem United and Mount Nebo

Last Action

Introduced and adopted

1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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