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This resolution commemorates the 150th anniversary of the First United Methodist Church of Massena, New York, celebrated June 8-9, 2019.
Why it matters
Highlights the role of longstanding religious institutions. in shaping the social, moral, and educational fabric of local communities, recognizing their impact beyond just spiritual services.
Acknowledges community service and disaster relief efforts. , as the anniversary includes assembling flood buckets and health kits for national disaster response, demonstrating the church’s ongoing commitment to broader humanitarian causes.
Serves as a formal recognition of historical continuity and leadership. , emphasizing both the church’s deep roots in Massena and its ongoing adaptation under current leadership, which may foster community pride and historical awareness.
Reflects the state’s practice of publicly honoring contributors to societal values. , signaling to other organizations and citizens the importance placed on civic engagement and ethical stewardship.
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Honor Church’s 150th Anniversary
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Senate Resolution No. 1857 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMEMORATING the 150th Anniversary of First United Methodist Church of Massena, New York on June
8-9, 2019 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 the State of New York to… Show allHide
8-9, 2019 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 the State of New York to pay tribute to those institutions and individuals who have contributed to the ethical values of their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of First United Methodist Church of Massena, New York, to be celebrated with a myriad of events on June 8-9,
2019; and WHEREAS, The Anniversary Celebration will consist of a combination of service and fun, kicking off on Saturday, June 8, 2019, with members packing 150 flood buckets and health kits to be sent to the United Methodist Committee on Relief for… Show allHide
2019; and WHEREAS, The Anniversary Celebration will consist of a combination of service and fun, kicking off on Saturday, June 8, 2019, with members packing 150 flood buckets and health kits to be sent to the United Methodist Committee on Relief for distribution as needed across the United States following a flood or hurricane; the day will also include games, bounce houses, food and live country music; and WHEREAS, On Sunday, June 9, 2019, the day will begin with a meet and greet as well as coffee and doughnuts before Sunday Worship Service; the festivities will culminate with a buffet-style dinner in the church's Fellowship Hall; and WHEREAS, The cornerstone to First United Methodist Church, located at 189 Main Street, was laid on May 28, 1869, but Methodism in Massena goes back much further; and WHEREAS, Today, under the able leadership of Reverend Rachael Jordan, First 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, 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 150th Anniversary of First United Methodist Church of Massena, New York on June 8-9, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Reverend Rachael Jordan, First United Methodist Church of Massena, New York.
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