Honor Reverend Stearns' 30 Years

Senate Resolution No. 314 BY: Senator KENNEDY COMMENDING Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns upon the occasion of celebrating his 30th Anniversary WHEREAS, The character and richness of religious and community life in this noble 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, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to bring full recognition and just tribute to those individuals who distinguish themselves and the ministry through their unremitting commitment and preeminence of service; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns upon the occasion of celebrating his 30th Anniversary; and WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns is a globally recognized leader, cultural strategist and a widely published author, who often serves as a teacher, counselor, and confidant to those who seek his knowledge, wisdom, and compassion; and WHEREAS, This distinguished man of God is the Founder and Executive Director of Eagles' Wings, a dynamic ministry involved in strategic projects around the world, known for its work in developing leaders, humanitarian outreach, and building bridges of relationship and cooperation across communities through its many initiatives; and WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns has spent his life cultivating understanding and leadership, ministering in 30 different nations, influencing the lives of everyone in his path, from world leaders to the members of the full gospel tabernacle; and WHEREAS, Motivated by his passion and commitment to spirituality, education and improving the lives of others, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns is truly a role model to many and inspires everyone he meets; and WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns 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, He 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 a person of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our attention it is appropriate to publicly and jubilantly proclaim and commend that individual for the edification of others; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns upon the occasion of celebrating his 30th Anniversary, noting his unremitting and compassionate faith and his exemplary service to God, man, and his community, and extending to him the heartfelt best wishes of this Legislative Body for a future of purposeful success and well-being; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns.