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J5805Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Emmanuel Baptist Anniversary

Official title

“Commemorating the 27th Anniversary of the Emmanuel Baptist Church”

Sponsor Jesse HamiltonSD-20+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates the 27th anniversary of the Emmanuel Baptist Church and honors its contributions to the community.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the broader social role of religious institutions. by emphasizing the church’s contributions not just spiritually, but also in social, ethical, and educational domains—reflecting how such organizations can shape community well-being.

  2. Recognizes leadership and innovation in faith communities. , specifically noting Reverend Trufant’s impact in expanding membership, programming, and the church’s reputation as a “glocal” (global and local) institution, signaling the importance of adaptive and visionary leadership.

  3. Underscores the church’s commitment to service and outreach. , illustrating how its activities extend beyond worship to include charitable giving, community engagement, and fostering connections among a diverse circle of individuals, which can serve as a model for other organizations.

  4. Affirms the state’s tradition of acknowledging enduring community pillars. , suggesting that such resolutions help foster a sense of shared history, continuity, and values within both the legislative body and the wider public.

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Honor Emmanuel Baptist Anniversary

Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jesse Hamilton

Senator · Senate District 20

Chair, Banks

1 Co-sponsor

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 5805 BY: Senator HAMILTON COMMEMORATING the 27th Anniversary of the Emmanuel Baptist Church WHEREAS, Religious institutions, and the many spiritual, social and educational benefits they confer, play a vital role in the development of the… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 5805 BY: Senator HAMILTON COMMEMORATING the 27th Anniversary of the Emmanuel Baptist Church 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 is justly proud to commemorate the 27th Anniversary of the Emmanuel Baptist Church; and WHEREAS, In November of 1990, Reverend Anthony Lavay Trufant was appointed as Pastor of the Emmanuel Baptist Church; in this capacity, he has overseen its exponential growth in membership and programming and has raised its profile as one of the most innovative, effective "glocal" churches in the Metro New York area; and WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, Reverend Anthony Lavay Trufant has brought to his ministry an overwhelming spirit of charity and compassion, acting from vision and enlightenment in conducting his administrative and spiritual duties, while always displaying the highest standards of personal and professional integrity and dedication; and WHEREAS, For 27 years, the Emmanuel Baptist Church has strived to Connect People to Jesus Christ by gathering to celebrate him daily and weekly; growing through both small group and study groups; giving money and minutes to church and community, local, national and global; and sharing the love of Jesus Christ, in word and deed with those within our ever-expanding circle of influence, family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers; and WHEREAS, The Emmanuel Baptist 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, 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 27th Anniversary of the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 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 transmitted to The Reverend Anthony Lavay Trufant, Emmanuel Baptist Church.

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