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This resolution commends African 459 Lodge No. 63, Brooklyn Prince Hall Masonic Temple for hosting its 2020 Divine Service.
Why it matters
Highlights the lodge’s historic significance. By commending African 459 Lodge No. 63, the resolution recognizes its foundational role in Prince Hall Freemasonry, an important institution in African American history and community building.
Underscores the value of cultural and spiritual contributions. The resolution specifically acknowledges the Divine Service event, reflecting the lodge’s ongoing commitment to fostering spiritual leadership and community service in Brooklyn.
Promotes ethnic pride and cultural diversity. By celebrating the lodge and its event, the resolution affirms the importance of ethnic organizations in strengthening New York’s diverse social fabric and encourages respect for cultural heritage.
Supports recognition of local leadership. The resolution publicly names and honors the current leaders of the lodge, reinforcing the significance of visible, positive leadership within the community.
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Senate Resolution No. 2817 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING African 459 Lodge No. 63, Brooklyn Prince Hall Masonic Temple upon the occasion of hosting its 2020 Divine Service on March 8, 2020 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body, in keeping with its… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2817 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING African 459 Lodge No. 63, Brooklyn Prince Hall Masonic Temple upon the occasion of hosting its 2020 Divine Service on March 8, 2020 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body, in keeping with its time-honored traditions, to recognize and pay tribute to those organizations which foster ethnic pride and enhance the profile of cultural diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend African 459 Lodge No. 63, Brooklyn Prince Hall Masonic Temple upon the occasion of hosting its 2020 Divine Service under the spiritual leadership of Pastor Rashad Raymond Moore, to be held at First Baptist Church of Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York, on Sunday, March 8, 2020; and WHEREAS, African Lodge 459 was the founding lodge of Prince Hall Freemasonry; it is the lodge from which all modern Prince Hall Lodges trace their descent; and WHEREAS, African 459 Lodge No. 63 is under the luminous direction of MW Walter C. King Jr., 33 GRAND MASTER; WM Darryl K. Taylor; SW Richard Williams; DDGM Derek Pritchett; and JW Shane Gooding; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when institutions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend African 459 Lodge No. 63, Brooklyn Prince Hall Masonic Temple upon the occasion of hosting its 2020 Divine Service; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted African 459 Lodge No. 63, Brooklyn Prince Hall Masonic Temple, Brooklyn, New York.
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