Honor Reverend KC Jones

March 26, 2017 WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend The Reverend KC Jones upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the National Action Network, West Nassau Chapter to be celebrated at its Dreams of Greatness Gala on Sunday, March 26, 2017, at Westbury Manor in Westbury, New York; and WHEREAS, This auspicious award is given to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary work, services, and commitment to the people of their communities; The Reverend KC Jones deserves this honor for her contributions to her neighborhood; and WHEREAS, The West Nassau Chapter, under the able leadership of District Chairperson, Pastor Emmanuel Asse, continues the mission of NAN which fulfills a vital role in moving our Nation forward; and WHEREAS, The Reverend KC Jones serves as the Senior Pastor of Valley Stream Presbyterian Church in Valley Stream, New York; in this capacity, she is loving and nurturing to both her parishioners and to those who have come to work under her leadership in ministry; and WHEREAS, The Reverend KC Jones is also the founder of the Community Healing and Caring Center Inc., a non-profit organization focused on family cohesion, community building and restoration; the W.A.N.T.E.D. Project, a mentoring program for young men 12-18 years old, is flourishing in many New York communities; and WHEREAS, In addition, this remarkable woman is the Principal of Restored Life!, where she coaches individuals and groups in the areas of spirituality, goal setting, emotional health and wellness, leadership, and marriage; through her coaching practice, she offers a personalized regimen of counseling, guidance, spiritual discipline techniques and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT - Tapping) that are rarely found in other forms of coaching; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend The Reverend KC Jones upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the National Action Network, West Nassau Chapter; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Reverend KC Jones.