Honor Grigsby for Peace Work

18, 2019 WHEREAS, The character and richness of religious and community life in our great Empire State is nourished and fulfilled through the faithful concern and selfless devotion of those who would commit their energies and purpose to the ministry of others; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body commends Reverend Philip Grigsby upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the James and Pearl Campbell Peace and Justice Award by the Capital Area Council of Churches to be celebrated on Wednesday, September 18, 2019; and WHEREAS, This auspicious award is bestowed upon an individual who, like James and Pearl Campbell, is actively involved in demonstrations, education activities and has a strong commitment to peace and justice; and WHEREAS, Reverend Philip Grigsby has long been a faithful advocate for peace and justice; this devotion began early in his life while he was assisting with the Industrial Areas Foundation; and WHEREAS, His experiences at both Oberlin College and Yale University influenced the direction he would take in life which became a focus on ministry and mission work; and WHEREAS, Reverend Philip Grigsby graciously served in the Peace Corps, as well as held the esteemed position of Executive Director of Christian Community Action; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, Reverend Philip Grigsby worked for Church World Service where he and his team of selfless volunteers developed the Charlotte CROP Walk, which has become the largest in the nation; and WHEREAS, For the last three decades he has worked for the Schenectady Inner City Ministry, currently serving as its Executive Director; in this capacity, he leads the group in addressing a variety of community needs; and WHEREAS, This distinguished man of God has always given enlightenment, guidance and wisdom to the many entrusted to his care and has administered abundantly and unstintingly to the spiritual and corporal needs of all; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when presented with a person who carries such outstanding moral and social values, it is appropriate to publicly and exultantly proclaim and commend that individual for the guidance and mentorship of others; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Reverend Philip Grigsby upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the James and Pearl Campbell Peace and Justice Award by the Capital Area Council of Churches, noting the commitment he has shown to furthering the peace and justice of his community and this great Empire State; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Reverend Philip Grigsby.