2013-J1106

Commemorating the 110th Anniversary of St. Mark's United Methodist Church of Brooklyn, New York

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2013-J1106


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 110th Anniversary of St. Mark's
United Methodist Church of Brooklyn, New York, to be celebrated on
Sunday, April 28, 2013

WHEREAS, Religious institutions, and the many spiritual, social and
educational benefits they confer, play a vital role in the development
of the moral fabric of a responsible citizenry; and
WHEREAS, It is the tradition of this State and this Nation to pay
tribute to those institutions and individuals who have contributed to
the ethical and spiritual values of their communities; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure in commemorating the
110th Anniversary of St. Mark's United Methodist Church of Brooklyn, New
York, to be celebrated on Sunday, April 28, 2013; and
WHEREAS, The theme for the year is "Arms Outstretched for Transforma-
tion"; and
WHEREAS, St. Mark's United Methodist Church stands on the threshold of
tomorrow, prepared to meet the challenges of the coming decades while
retaining that spiritual resolve which characterizes its past; and
WHEREAS, St. Mark's United Methodist Church is located in the commer-
cial district of Flatbush, Brooklyn; it is strongly dedicated to educat-
ing and teaching the word of God; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to take note of
enduring religious institutions and to bring such institutions to the
attention of the people of this Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 110th Anniversary of St. Mark's United Methodist Church
of Brooklyn, New York, to be observed on Sunday, April 28, 2013, fully
confident that this commemoration reflects the belief in those values
which enhance the dignity and purpose of life; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Reverend Dr. Glyger G. Beach, St. Mark's United Methodist
Church of Brooklyn, New York.

actions

  • 03 / Apr / 2013
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 17 / Apr / 2013
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 17 / Apr / 2013
    • ADOPTED

Resolution Details

Law Section:
Resolutions, Legislative

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