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J3748Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Mount Olivet Anniversary

Official title

“Commemorating the 125th Anniversary of Mount Olivet Baptist Church”

Sponsor Terrence P. MurphySD-40
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates the 125th anniversary of Mount Olivet Baptist Church in Peekskill, New York.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the church’s role as a longstanding pillar in the Peekskill community. , recognizing over a century of spiritual, social, and civic contributions that have likely shaped local history and supported generations of residents.

  2. Acknowledges the importance of religious and cultural heritage in New York State. , suggesting that such resolutions help preserve and honor the stories of diverse communities and their institutions.

  3. Official recognition by the State Legislature can strengthen community identity and pride. , lending formal support and visibility to local organizations and their leaders, which may encourage ongoing community engagement and service.

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Honor Mount Olivet Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Terrence P. Murphy

Senator · Senate District 40

Chair, Investigations And Government Operations

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 3748 BY: Senator MURPHY COMMEMORATING the 125th Anniversary of Mount Olivet Baptist Church WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in acknowledging significant milestones in the distinguished histories of its esteemed places of… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 3748 BY: Senator MURPHY COMMEMORATING the 125th Anniversary of Mount Olivet Baptist Church WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in acknowledging significant milestones in the distinguished histories of its esteemed places of worship; and WHEREAS, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, in Peekskill, New York, will celebrate its 125th Anniversary during a Dinner Gala to be held at the Villa Barone Hilltop Manor on March 2, 2018; there will also be two worship services on March 4th; and WHEREAS, Mount Olivet Baptist Church was formed in 1893 by five founding members; and WHEREAS, Services were first held at a storefront on Main Street; Reverend Henry Melvin Limas officiated; and WHEREAS, Services were eventually moved to a rented hall on Nelson Avenue to accommodate a growing congregation; and WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Robert E. Young has served as Pastor of Mount Olivet Baptist Church since April of 2015; he is the church's 15th pastor; and WHEREAS, Mount Olivet Baptist Church has a long and distinguished history of sincere fellowship, worship, and community involvement; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 125th Anniversary of Mount Olivet Baptist Church; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Reverend Dr. Robert E. Young, Mount Olivet Baptist Church.

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